LPCI Library Learning Commons March 28, 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.

March is Greek Heritage Month. For more resources to support the study of Greek heritage please see our Greek Heritage Resource document.

This week's virtual library tip - Open My Library then Our Online Resources.- Choose a database 

These resources are for Lawrence Park C.I. students only!

World Autism Awareness Day: April 2nd, take time to read something new from the TDSB Professional Library Resource Guide for Educators: https://tdsb-on-ca.libguides.com/ProfessionalLibrary/Autism

Wali Shah & Eric Walters chat about their new book, Call Me Al - Ali is a kid with a lot going on. Between the pressure from his immigrant parents to ace every class, his crush on Melissa, who lives in the rich area of town while he and his family live in a shabby apartment complex, and trying his best to fit in with his friends, he feels like he’s being pulled in too many different directions. But harder still, Ali is becoming increasingly aware of the racism around him. 

Spam, online scams and frauds, identity theft and issues related to online purchases are a serious issue in the online world. Navigating the Web while avoiding these threats can be a challenging task. Media Smarts

Explore Solar Eclipse Science at Ontario Science Center. Prepare for the astronomical event of a lifetime! On April 8, 2024, parts of North America will experience a solar eclipse. In Toronto, this exciting event will be visible as a partial eclipse. At the eclipse’s peak, over 99% of the Sun’s light will be obscured. 

Mindful March - Moving your body is great for your mood and mental health too.  See more mindful suggestions on the Action for Happiness Calendar

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.

Mrs. Zwaan