La bibliothèque

Bienvenue à la bibliothèque de l'école Pauline Johnson

La bibliothèque de notre école est un centre d'accueil pour tous ceux qui souhaitent apprendre, lire et simplement se détendre. Découvrez les dernières nouvelles de notre bibliothèque ainsi qu'avec notre bibliothèque communautaire locale ici.

Our school library is a welcome center for anyone who wants to learn, read and just relax. Get the latest library and community news here. 

Click on the above buttons to access our school's Library Catalogue via Destiny Discover and our school districts' Digital Resources available at your fingertips!

SCHOLASTICS BOOK FAIR

We are having a Book Fair Oct. 8-10, 2024!! Parents you are invited to the fair during these times. 

Tuesday October 8 from 3-4pm

Wednesday October 9 from 1pm - 6pm

Thursday October 10 from 3-5pm

In addition, students will also have the opportunity to purchase in-class during their library block. Easiest method for purchasing is through Mydoh (a Smart Cash Card for families and students). Click HERE for a direct link to Mydoh. 

Finally, I am looking for parent, EA's and teacher volunteers to help make this years Book Fair a success. It cannot be done without you. There are positions for start-up, during the fair and tear-down. You can choose how and when you'd like to register using the Sign-Up Genius form (just click on it highlighted text or on the volunteer image).

Having a Book Fair is always an exciting time at the library and we are looking forward to seeing you there! Remember, reading promotes vocabulary, relaxation and knowledge!

See you at the Book Fair!

Adult Summer Reading Club Info only.

Summer Reading Challenge 2024

The 2024 SRC is a GO!!

In addition to the regular Childrens and Teens Summer Reading Challenge the WVML has added an ADULT SRC!! CLICK HERE for more information, and registration forms on our blog. Or, head on over to the West Vancouver Memorial Library.

2024 FINALISTS

BC & Yukon Book Prizes Finalists

This summer while you're working on completing your WVML Summer Reading Club bingo sheet for adults (see post above) why not check out these fabulous books from local authors.

There's a book for every age group and with a multitude of genres. Click on the link above or on the logo for guaranteed reading thrills!!

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Reading on a Snowy Day is the BEST!

On this beautiful snowy day the staff at PJ Library recommend you sit down and read a favourite book. Best done with a warm, snuggly blanket and a hot cup of coco. But, what if you run out of books to read at home? Have no fear...here are a few links to help quench your reading thirst. There are books for every grade, reading level and languages:


The Reading Link Challenge Books have been unveiled.

Please see our PJ Blog for more information!!


PARENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Attention all Parents!  Mme Gambin is looking for committed parents to volunteer in our school library. No experience is necessary but a committement to the school year would be helpful. Training will be provided (don't worry it's super easy) and duties would include shelving books, fixing books, labelling, and creating displays. 

If you could spare 30-45 minutes before or after school once a week either Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday your time will go a long way to help keep the library organized and clean! The morning slots are from 8:00-8:45am and the afterschool time would be between 3:00-3:45pm.

Please email Mme Gambin at cgambin@wvschools.ca for more information or to sign up. 

Thank you!

The library is a great place to volunteer and it's a super relaxed place to be. 

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Why read? It's a fact! Reading 20 minutes day makes you a better reader: 

PJ's Read-a-Thon in PJs

You read that right! PJ is having our first annual Read-a-Thon in Pyjamas day:

Wednesday November 1, 2023!!

What is a Read-a-Thon? It's a challenge to read a book for 20 minutes. ALL students and ALL staff (admin, TA's, Teachers, Support Workers, Caretakers, TOC's...) will sit down in the hallways of the school and silently read a book of their choice for 20 minutes from 9:15-9:35 AM. 

What type of books? Your child can bring their favourite book from home, or borrow a book from the school or classroom libraries. 

Can my child read a book in English? Yes! In fact, the book can be written in any language. We just want everyone actively reading and enjoy the act of reading.

Why in pyjama's? Because it's super fun and comfortable to read in pj's.

LET'S MAKE THIS INFOGRAPHIC LARGER:

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HAPPY NEW SCHOOL YEAR!

We've dusted off our alarm clocks and are back at school in full-force. And, we hope that everyone had a restful summer that included reading a book or two or three.

SUMMER READING CLUB MEDAL CEREMONY

Attention all summer readers!  Completed your 50 day reading challenge (reading 15 minutes or more for 50 days or more)? You are invited to the SRC Medal Ceremony!

Friday September 15, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Drop-in, no registration required

Visit the Library anytime between 6:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. to receive your medal, enter the 50 days of reading grand prize draw, take a photo with the mayor, meet a fire fighter, and more! 

Can’t make it to the ceremony? No problem! Collect your medal anytime September 16–30 at the Youth  Desk.

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DON'T KNOW WHAT TO READ? Take a look at the 100 Best Books for BC Students. You can find many of these French and English in our very own school library.

These have been chosen by BC Teachers for elementary aged students. If they've made this list there's a reason for it. Come discover why!

COOL FEATURE: Click on the poster to the right to find out more about that book. 

Click on the button below for a PDF of the poster. 

WVSD HAS THE LEARNING GOODS!

DID YOU KNOW THAT OUR SCHOOL DISTRICT IS TEEMING WITH LEARNING RESOURCES?

Your Gr. 4-7 child is now able to log into Destiny Discover. But just in case follow these prompts:


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D.E.A.R. (Drop Everything and READ!)

This year's 'Canadian School Library Day' is on Monday, October 23, 2023. To celebrate the event we suggest you D.E.A.R. - Drop Everything and READ!

Five, ten, 30 minutes...it's up to you. The time isn't important but making reading a part of your daily lives is. 

FRENCH RESOURCES AT OUR FINGERTIPS

DID YOU KNOW THAT WVML HAS FRENCH RESOURCES?

eBooks, printed books, magazines, multimedia etc. all for you.

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SPRING BREAK 2023 ACTIVITIES

Our local West Vancouver Memorial Library has lots of FREE activities over the spring break. 

See the images below or click on the link for more FREE events and information: 

https://westvanlibrary.ca/events-programs/

Robot Poetry Reading

March 14

Family Big Screen Storytime + Play

March 15

Art & Design: Family Cardboard Building Fun

March 16

Fun in Farsi Storytime: Celebrate Nowruz!

March 18

Things with Wings

March 23

Bonjour! French Conversation

March 24

Bonjour! French Conversation starting September 2022:

Did you know that the West Vancouver Memorial Library offers French conversational drop-in clinics? They are available for all levels of French, starting Friday September 16 from 1:30pm-2:30pm. Bravo, mes amis à la biblio West Van. C'est une super bonne idée. Click here for more information!

FRENCH RESOURCES AT WVML:

Did you know that our the West Vancouver Memorial Library has 940 non-fiction titles for children in French? That's 878 Books, 38 DVDs, 1 Blu-ray Disc, 25 Kits and 3 Maps. Click on the link below to gain direct access to their non-fiction goodies.

WVML has tons of activities for students and adults: coding, cospaces, Canva projects, stop motion animation, extended reality, wordless stories, escape room, comic creations and more.