Library Curriculum

It is the Schwarting Library's mission to fully engage students using a variety of multiple modalities--through read-alouds, oral discussion, hands-on challenges, collaborative group work, writing, art, games, demonstrative play & performance, and technology. Schwarting Library is also host to a variety of district and school events including Plainedge Veterans Day Celebration and Plainedge Law Enforcement Recognition Day.

Our Library Class curriculum is tailored to be grade appropriate and includes differentiation as needed. Our main focus includes the following:

Forming Meaningful Connections to Literature
Using prior knowledge and further exploration to gain deeper insight into a story's narrative. Introduction to different genres (including fantasy, historical fiction, sci-fi, mystery, fairy tales, fractured fairy tales etc.).

Storytelling
Understanding characters, setting, illustrations, plot, story arc, and conclusion. Author studies and evaluation of Caldecott and Newbery Awards. Creating unique stories through writing prompts, illustration, and performance.

Media Literacy
The foundations of Digital Citizenship are more important than ever: How to use technology responsibly online. Becoming "information detectives" by evaluating real vs. fake news. Introduction to works cited, bibliography, and copyright.

Research/Library
How to conduct research. Locating the most valuable and pertinent books to best support research projects and attributing resources. Intro to the Dewey Decimal system for non-fiction. Using online platforms to augment academic research.

If you have any questions, please contact
Ms. Stango at Charles Schwarting Library, Taylor.stango@plainedgeschools.org

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