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Critical considerations before using novel sets
Student-centred learning approaches such as student choice of text, literature circles, and book clubs empower students and help provide safe learning spaces.
Before borrowing novel sets from the TJRC, please ensure you have carefully reviewed the following documents:
Updated borrowing procedure for TJRC novel sets
Reminders for educators & conversation prompt
How to understand novel set content labels
Equity and Inclusion Learning Space (UGDSB)
A Novel Approach: Alternatives to the whole class novel - ELAN Ontario
If you have any questions, please contact Lauren Bull (Supervisor, Library & Media Services) or Carrie Conrad (Principal of Program).
How to search for novel sets
To see if a specific book is available as a novel set, navigate to the Kit Library Insignia site and search by title, author, etc.
To search for novel sets by audience level:
Search for "novel set" on the Kit Library Insignia site.
On the left-hand side of the page, locate “Target Audience”.
Click the + sign to see all options and select the level(s) you need. Click the circling arrow button to apply.
How to build literature circles & book clubs
For help building literature circles and book clubs, check out our novel set Read-Alikes resources - suggestions are available for junior to senior reading and interest levels.
How to book novel sets online
Please note: Staff can borrow a maximum of 10 copies per title (i.e., 1 physical “set”) - borrowing a combination of sets of different titles is encouraged.
Access the TJRC Kit Library search website. Login (upper right hand corner) using your firstname.lastname@ugdsb.on.ca email address and password.
Select "Terry James Kit Library" from the dropdown menu under the "Home" button.
Search for and find the kit (makerspace, novel set, etc.) that you would like to book. On the right side of the screen, click on "Book Item".
Make sure that the "Site" displayed at the top of the booking window is correct - this tells our staff where to deliver your items. Please email terryjames.library@ugdsb.on.ca with any questions or concerns.
Select your target start date from the calendar in the pop-up window - the system will automatically set your end date. Complete your booking by clicking on "Book Item(s)".
A booking confirmation message will pop up. Click "OK" and repeat the process to create additional bookings.
How to find eBook and audiobooks copies
eBooks and audiobooks are great options for supporting student choice and voice and ensuring equity of access.
Click on the decision tree to learn more about options for sourcing eBooks and audiobooks for novel studies and book clubs.
Contact terryjames.library@ugdsb.on.ca with any questions.
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