LPCI Library Learning Commons January 19, 2024 Newsletter
Engage, Inspire, Empower
Our goal is to support the success of our students, to promote a life-long enjoyment of reading, and to provide knowledge building experiences with 24/7 access to information in a welcoming environment that is conducive to learning.
We strive to achieve this goal through attention to Equity, Well Being and Achievement.
This week's virtual library tip - TDSB VL have created a Topic Guide to Forest titles available through the VL, school libraries, and more! Click "FIND" then scroll down to 'Topic Guides" Open "Forest of Reading" and then open "White Pine" to discover digital & print copies.
Even though you're competing against peer pressure and million-dollar marketing campaigns, research has shown that kids are less likely to get involved in smoking or vaping if they've discussed them with their parents. Media Smarts
We honour Martin Luther King on January 15th. Martin Luther King Jr. delivered his momentous "I Have a Dream" speech from Washington D.C. in 1963. His famous words called for civil and economic rights and an end to racism in the U.S. Learn more about Martin Luther King, Jr here and in our resource document.
Tamil Heritage Month is proudly recognized during the month of January at the Toronto District School Board. This year, the theme for Tamil Heritage Month is Our Memories, Our Truths, Our Paths Forward: A Mosaic of Tamil Identity . See our Tamil Heritage Month resource document for more support.
Family Literacy Day 2024 Theme: Let’s have a family party!
Family Literacy Day takes place every January 27th to raise awareness about the importance of reading and engaging in other literacy-related activities as a family. Since 1999, thousands of schools, libraries, literacy organizations and other community groups have taken part in the initiative. ABC creates free learning and promotional resources for anyone that wants to get involved.
Chris Hatfield says," Midwinter burp of Arctic air, putting the ‘north’ in North America. "
Check the Weather Network to find out just how cold it is across Canada.
The Canadian Red Cross have tips for staying warm and safe in extreme winter weather.
We hope this newsletter will be a support to you as we read, research, and learn together at Lawrence Park C.I. Library Learning Commons.
Stay warm and safe everyone!
Mrs. Zwaan