LIBRARY

Each library in the Val Verde Unified School District supports the instructional program of its school by providing materials to reinforce, enrich and extend classroom learning experiences. The Library Media Associate functions as a cooperative member of the teaching staff, a consultant on the use of materials and a teacher of those library skills which help students develop competency in the independent use of resources.

Our libraries play a vital role in developing a love of reading and in encouraging strong, lifelong reading habits. To this end, the librarian seeks to balance curriculum with recreational needs by selecting books of high appeal as well as those which will motivate students to develop independence in learning strategies, critical thinking skills, communication skills, appropriate attitudes and an appreciation of literature for both pleasure and information.

Our libraries establish an educational environment in which technology serves a major role, not only in the daily routine of the school library, but as an instructional part of the library program. Students have access to a variety of media resources to help them succeed in their learning and have opportunities to develop and foster computer skills to prepare for life's experiences in a technological society.

Our libraries are also committed to the free flow of information and ideas and to a cooperative relationship with each other, as well as with other libraries in their communities.

Search for a Physical Book from our Avalon Library

1. Click on: https://tinyurl.com/yxyfjxja

2. Click on Avalon Elementary School

3. Click on the tab "Catalog"

4. Type in what you are looking for by keyword, Title, Author, Subject or Series.

5. Depending which you are looking for, click on the appropriate tab.

How to Access & Login to the Sora Reading App Here

Option 1: Through ClassLink (Recommended)

1. Log into your Val Verde Google Account

2. Open your ClassLink dashboard

3. Look for and click the Sora icon (blue icon with a flying mascot)

4. Start exploring and borrowing books right away!

Option 2: On the Web

1. Go directly to: soraapp.com/library/valverde

2. If prompted, select Val Verde Unified School District.

3. Sign in using your Val Verde student account credentials

Option 3: On a Phone or Tablet

1. Download the free Sora app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store.

2. Search for Val Verde Unified School District.

3. Sign in with your Val Verde student account.

What You Can Do in Sora:

• Borrow District-Wide: Access thousands of titles from across the entire district, not just what's on the shelves at school!

• Multi-Format: Enjoy eBooks, audiobooks, comics, graphic novels, magazines, and read-alongs.

• Offline Reading: Download books to your device so you can read even without Wi-Fi.

• Track Your Progress: Set custom reading goals and earn badges as you read.

•  Personal Collections: Create your own custom lists and bookmarks.

If you need help logging in or finding a book, stop by the library or ask Ms. Williams!