Lessons 2021-22
June
May
Kindergarten:
Blueberries for Sal, by Robert McCloskey
https://drive.google.com/file/d/16AatmAoHIEQGz2TrWZViM_zhI4LRkYdm/view?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I enjoy classic children's stories and learning about bears!
First Grade:
Gaston and Antoinette, by Kelly DiPucchio
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lvOM6cJt46-z818AVQ8QSbLJbDkB9vzG/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k3F5OyPTn3MIu0eUaybVelhVmQ_YEYK3/view?usp=sharing
Make Gaston and Antoinette puppets and color the Eiffel Tower
Learning Target: I am familiar with books by author Kelly DiPucchio and enjoy sweet dog stories!
Second Grade:
Rosie Revere Engineer, by Andrea Beaty
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1xYXg9NYzVSPyFK5vE5hgoqugsdnRXCGm/view?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I am familiar with books by Andrea Beaty, and enjoy learning about engineering!
Third Grade:
Review Britannica Online Scavenger Hunt!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10_oSN_IAXkSIbXMYYazZQwtSmP9av1TeqV0gFE0CdE4/edit#slide=id.p
Learning Target: I am familiar with research strategies using Britannica Online.
Fourth Grade:
Britannica Online Scavenger Hunt!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10_oSN_IAXkSIbXMYYazZQwtSmP9av1TeqV0gFE0CdE4/edit#slide=id.p
Learning Target: I am familiar with research strategies using Britannica Online.
May 23 - May 27
Kindergarten and First Grade:
Make Way for Ducklings, by Robert McCloskey
Learning Target: I enjoy classic children's stories and learning about ducks!
Second Grade:
We have been reading informational books about engineering and inventions:
Put out books about: Simple Machines, I Spy, and Inventions/Inventors Books
Play these videos:
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=qFZGmHbjLSM&t=8s (Bridge Design)
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=q7c2j2MzD_E (Wheel and Axle)
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=9npdijCLbYI&list=PLat8Jejmdx1tsFo72_p159DE5-2-oW_qJ&index=6
(I TryScience!)
Allow students time to try the Bridge experiment (using plastic dinosaurs and jungle animals for weights, and
to play with Kinex to try out wheels and axles).
Learning Target: I know about simple machines. I enjoy reading narrative non-fiction books and trying experiments!
Third Grade:
Britannica Online Scavenger Hunt!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/10_oSN_IAXkSIbXMYYazZQwtSmP9av1TeqV0gFE0CdE4/edit#slide=id.p
Learning Target: I am familiar with research strategies using Britannica Online.
Fourth Grade:
First Show the video of Van Allsburg telling about Queen of the falls (ran out of time last week!)
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=kMCRavWvsDo
If time - look up Niagara Falls in Britannica Online
The Sweetest Fig, by Chris Van
Learning Target: Chris Van Allsburg author study, I am familiar with the books and art of Chris Van Allsburg.
All Lessons: Read first, leave about 15 minutes for checkout time. If running short on time don't worry about showing all videos if they are in the lesson! Thank you!!
Kindergarten
Not a Box and Not a Stick, by Antoinette Portis
Using the sheets linked below have students use their imagination to create their own stick or box drawings.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1eP26O13J59VpLz55jP-DlDeMOjz0ypF1OqhHbChOMWw/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1_gNP29PgbMNVt2ghCaPldvqKXFV78-P3l62e5U4n6ok/edit?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I am familiar with books by Antoinette Portis, and I enjoy using my imagination!
First Grade
Read:
The Astronaut Who Painted the Moon, by Dean Robbins
Share any of the following if time:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1-d1CvzZxdIk9dhNLnQxObVhj66OUdzP1Ax1tQq1MCTA/present?usp=sharing (Google Slideshow)
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=YJR6gj2y7Eg (Author Dan Robbins video about his book)
https://www.alanbean.com/ (Alan Bean's website if you want to show his paintings)
Learning Target: I enjoy narrative non-fiction and learning about space and astronauts.
Second Grade:
First - read:
Twenty-one Elephants and Still Standing, by April Jones Prince
Then Play these videos:
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=XggxeuFDaDU (Tacoma Bridge)
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=dyckL6HuLRU&t=9s (Brooklyn)
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=qFZGmHbjLSM&t=8s (Design)
Learning Target: I know about the Brooklyn Bridge and how suspension bridges are designed. I enjoy reading
narrative non-fiction books.
Third Grade:
Read:
Maya Lin, Artist Architect of Light and Lines, by Jeanne Walker Harvey & The Wall, by Eve Bunting.
Discuss Memorial Day
Show:
https://www.nps.gov/vive/index.htm play video
https://www.mayalinstudio.com/memory-works/vietnam-veterans-memorial Show the images of The Vietnam Veterans memorial wall.
Fourth Grade:
Read:
Queen of the Falls, by Chris Van Allsburg explain that this is the true story of Annie Edson Taylor, the first
person to survive a trip over Niagara Falls.
Show the video of Van Allsburg telling about this book.
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=kMCRavWvsDo
Learning Target: Chris Van Allsburg author study, I am familiar with the books and art of Chris Van Allsburg.
May 9 - May 13
Kindergarten
A House for Hermit Crab, by Eric Carle
Using the link below - open the Google Slides and play the Mr. Rogers video with Eric Carle - showing how Eric
creates his illustrations.
Crab shell exchange video https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=f1dnocPQXDQ
Crab with anemones video: https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=dYFALyP2e7U
We have already read The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and The Very Busy Spider... now read A House for Hermit
Crab.
After the story, show the video of the crabs exchanging shells, and the crab with the sea anemones.
Leave 10-15 minutes for checkout.
Learning Target: I am familiar with books by Eric Carle. I understand the difference between fiction and non-
fiction books on various topics and I enjoy learning facts about animals.
First Grade
Mars, Earthlings Welcome!, by Stacy McAnulty
If time... Pluto Gets the Call, by Adam Rex
Then open the Google slides link and play the last 2 videos... we have already watched the others. The first shows what it looks like looking out the window of the International Space Station. The 2nd is a fun dance video with all the people who help get the astronauts into space. We discuss the fact that besides being an astronaut there are so many other cool jobs to support the space program like engineers, scientists, computer programmers etc.
This is the Google Slide with the videos:
Learning Target: I enjoy narrative non-fiction and learning about space and astronauts.
Second Grade:
First - read, then play the 2 starred videos:
Mr. Ferris and His Wheel, by Kathryn Gibbs Davis
The Ferris Wheel - Where did it come from? (2 min)
*https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=T3slE2LZQIY (1 min) play this video!!
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=vYoWCn5r3rQ (6 min)
*https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=rtzw_CruDyU (High Roller 4 min) Play this video!!
Learning Target: I know about the invention of the Ferris wheel, and I understand how wheels and axles work.
Third Grade:
Introduce this book by discussing that we are so fortunate to have easy access to clean water and give examples like showering and turning on the faucet in our houses any time we want. Discuss the fact that many parts of the world suffer from water scarcity.
Let students know this is a true story about Georgie Badiel, who went on to become a super-model, but started a foundation to build wells in parts of the world without access to clean water.
Then read:
The Water Princess, by Susan Verde
After reading - show this video about Georgie Badiel's efforts:
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=HkU9pRQ1LZg
If time show the video below about artificial intelligence and teaching computers how to differentiate between things that should be in the ocean, and things that shouldn't.
After they have checked out, students may try the AI for oceans on the Chromebooks, by clicking on the "Explore" button on the library website, then the CODE link, scroll down to find AI for oceans. Some of the kids can probably help you find it.
AI for Oceans https://studio.code.org/s/oceans/lessons/1/levels/1
Learning Target: I understand not all parts of the world have easily accessible sources clean of water. I
understand what artificial intelligence is and how computers can be programmed and learn how to help the
environment.
Fourth Grade:
FYI - I usually use a "wheel of names" to choose which 4th grader can sit in the 2 comfy chairs. You can just tell them we're not doing that today, or if you wish you can choose 2 students who haven't done it yet.
Remind students that we already read The Widow's Broom, by Chris Van Allsburg in October at Halloween time. The book we are reading today is his first book. Van Allsburg used a real bull terrier as a model to draw Fritz. The real dog was later sadly hit by a car and died, so Van Allsburg has put a hidden "Fritz" in every one of his other books. For instance on the bedpost of the little boy's room on the first page of The Polar Express. You can show them. Then read. Ask the kids what they think really happened at the end. Van Allsburg books usually have a little mystery and an open ending for the reader to decide.
Garden of Abdul Gasazi, by Chris Van Allsburg
https://chris-van-allsburg.harpercollins.com/home (videos)
Learning Target: Chris Van Allsburg author study, I am familiar with the books and art of Chris Van Allsburg.
May 2 - May 6
Kindergarten
The Very Busy Spider, by Eric Carle and I'm Trying to Love Spiders, by Bethany Barton
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SDXn5Ydorsc/VXegvVI5vOI/AAAAAAAAC5s/uL2FK7mjrI0/s1600/Slide2.png
The Itsy Bitsy Spider Song https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=1MXzCD8IAcE
Learning Target: I am familiar with books by Eric Carle. I understand the difference between fiction and non-
fiction books on various topics.
First Grade
Astronaut Handbook, by Meghan McCarthy
http://www.meghan-mccarthy.com/astro_shuttle.pdf
http://www.meghan-mccarthy.com/astronaut.pdf
Learning Target: I enjoy narrative non-fiction and learning about space and astronauts.
Second Grade:
Shark Lady, by Jess Keating
If Sharks Disappeared, by Lily Williams
Pebble Go Sharks!
Learning Target: I know about The "Shark Lady" - Eugenie Clark, and I understand some facts about sharks.
Third Grade:
Up in the Leaves, The True Story of the Central Park Treehouses
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1nsh4zUTAjHonwhCm3r6the3ZMAYJGXAaTP2j-DLsO9c/edit?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I understand not all parts of the world have accessible sources clean of water.
Fourth Grade:
Fourth-grade book trailers
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=j6cdkkJvgaA&list=PLL-TK9GIxOU5V5c80roScel5Bhc1GeI0F
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=ch6eXUoe-RY&list=PLL-TK9GIxOU5recnOKPy72p2mE7-RiZwE
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MjNP5ikEOFVCyVokKiGtByXCgXtsiudmU6Ng3azIQgw/edit
Learning Target: I am familiar with a variety of 4th-grade level books.
April
April 25 - April 29
Kindergarten
The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and The Very Hungry Caterpillar's First Spring, by Eric Carle
Variety of non-fiction books about caterpillars and butterflies.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/15VF9QoGbYEI1HkvLKwlIj_gCzctxH0xL/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bww0K4VlIc9LGnAlz3UV1KeR045Owi11/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1La__OvzqfDcAJiX2D_744sD_Uw1N44-9/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1GgDVZxp3HG6nw-cMiZjKF2JDBrLSaZy9/view?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I am familiar with books by Eric Carle. I understand the word metamorphosis and that
caterpillars turn into butterflies.
First Grade
Spring Stinks, by Ryan T. Higgins
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1l8PQPJhb-f79oUH0dOohgKyFIYiA2jds/view?usp=sharing
https://books.disney.com/book-author/ryan-t-higgins/
https://jr.brainpop.com/science/weather/spring/
Learning Target: I enjoy Mother Bruce stories. I can understand the idea of differing points of view. I know the
signs of Spring.
Second Grade:
We will look at a variety of series books: Zoey Sassafras, Ivy and Bean, Kylie Jean, Jake Maddox, Ellray Jakes,
Eerie elementary. Students will have time to make recommendations to each other.
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=5z3neFTlvwY&list=PLL-TK9GIxOU5508iAWtE6fBVyaZzWcnna
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rC4TEX69alZE4Gl3iQTVFC3rTcjk935pkVvOzEMHda0/edit
Learning Target: I am familiar with a variety of series books and enjoy the familiar characters and character
development.
Third Grade:
One Plastic Bag, Isatou Ceesay and the Recycling Women of the Gambia, by Miranda Paul
https://www.facebook.com/okayafrica/videos/1508386899179803/
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=3RLrTCVmLCc
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=XH4BxPasz70
AI for Oceans https://studio.code.org/s/oceans/lessons/1/levels/1
Learning Target: I can read interesting books for information purposes and learn about people's lives around the world. I
understand what Earth Day is and why it is important to care for the earth.
Fourth Grade:
Activity Stations! We will continue to explore a variety of "How-To" books and learn some fun activities!
This week we will look at science experiments, survival guides, nature books, games etc.
Learning Target: I enjoy using books to learn new skills!
April 19 - April 22
Kindergarten
Tippy-Tippy-Tippy Hide! and Tippy-Tippy-Tippy Splash! by Candace Fleming
Learning Target: I am familiar with books by Candace Fleming and enjoy interactive stories.
Students will review onomatopoeia words and may draw or build (with legos/blocks etc. their own structure to keep the
rabbits out of Mr. McGreely's Garden.!
First Grade
Poetry Books by Amy Van Derwater: Every Day Birds and Forest Has a Song
Learning Target: I enjoy poetry and understand some of the elements of poetry!
Second Grade:
We will review poetry and April Holidays. Students will use Poetry Passports to
explore poetry books in the library.
Third Grade:
Lailah's Lunchbox a Ramadan Story, by Reem Faruqi
Learning Target: I understand what Ramadan is and why some of my classmates are fasting.
Fourth Grade:
Activity Stations! We will explore a variety of "How-To" books and learn some fun activities! (Origami, Cookbooks - recipes,
Drawing, Crafts, magic tricks)
Learning Target: I enjoy using books to learn new skills!
April 4 - April 8
Kindergarten
Muncha! Muncha! Muncha!, by Candace Fleming
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vSsxg1LZh6kmKqpFudti9Pr-mpLDY81mZknzG07xM08/edit?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I am familiar with books by Candace Fleming and enjoy interactive stories.
Students will learn onomatopoeia words and may draw or build (with legos/blocks etc. their own structure to keep the rabbits
out of Mr. McGreely's Garden.!
First Grade
Crunch and Crack, Oink and Whack! an Onomatopoeia Story, by Brian P. Cleary
Big, Bad Bunny, by Franny Billingsley
Learning Target: I understand what onomatopoeia, and alliteration mean!
Second Grade:
Skinny Bones, by Barbara Park
Learning Target: I enjoy humorous stories, I know where the "Funny Fiction" genre section is in the library. I am
familiar with books by author Barbara Park.
Third Grade:
Odd and the Frost Giants, by Neil Gaiman
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Norse Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Norse Mythology.
Fourth Grade:
The Adventures of Odysseus, by Hugh Lupton (The Tale of the Golden Apple)
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Greek Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Greek Mythology.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1SEqXSesxZEhBjDXip3v9v3ElWq_KCJ_nrcx5fHdxk_U/edit?usp=sharing
Wheel of Names:
Kudiba - https://wheelofnames.com/h7u-9rm
LaDuca - https://wheelofnames.com/d98-5aw
Noe - https://wheelofnames.com/m2e-5f5
Panaro - https://wheelofnames.com/c7v-d2e
Harry Potter Dance Team - just for fun https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=i0Zy1Bhz1XQ
March
March 28 - April 1
March 21 - March 25
Kindergarten
The Panda Problem, by Deborah Underwood
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Bx9zxwKb-XOnwmXfTvRbcSDbkxm9M8KQnm-_gitkrWI/edit?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I understand the elements of plot. I know that a good story needs a problem!
First Grade
Lulu and the Brontosaurus, by Judith Viorst
Learning Target: I enjoy listening to a funny chapter book. I can use PebbleGo to do dinosaur research.
https://www.pebblego.com/sites/default/files/files/Dinosaur%20Research.pdf
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b4jI3kpWhcrw3LWHR0h9lPXphoCB42T_p2cmOpPZolc/edit?usp=sharing
Second Grade:
Skinny Bones, by Barbara Park
Learning Target: I enjoy humorous stories, I know where the "Funny Fiction" genre section is in the library. I am
familiar with books by author Barbara Park.
Third Grade:
Odd and the Frost Giants, by Neil Gaiman
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Norse Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Norse Mythology.
Fourth Grade:
Wheel of Names:
Kudiba - https://wheelofnames.com/h7u-9rm
LaDuca - https://wheelofnames.com/d98-5aw
Noe - https://wheelofnames.com/m2e-5f5
Panaro - https://wheelofnames.com/c7v-d2e
The One-Eyed Giant, by Mary Pope Osborne
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Greek Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Greek Mythology.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1SEqXSesxZEhBjDXip3v9v3ElWq_KCJ_nrcx5fHdxk_U/edit?usp=sharing
Harry Potter Dance Team - just for fun https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=i0Zy1Bhz1XQ
March 14 - March 18
Kindergarten
How to Find a Fox, by Nilah Magruder
How to Find a Fox, by Kate Gardner
Google Slide Clues to find the Fox :
Clues:
Clues: The fox is not behind a tree that stays green all winter (click on evergreen on bottom row)
The fox is not behind a tree in the fall (click on that tree)
The fox is not behind a tree that has evidence of a bird (3 trees, click on the nest one)
The fox is not behind a tree at night
The fox is not behind the tree in the top row
The fox is not behind the tree that has evidence of digging
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=D2SoGHFM18I - Fox diving in the snow for prey
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1qy5Xt5LzxB-jqh2cSXjcHWiHKdlvxXMawDkiUQKClsg/edit?usp=sharing
How to Draw a Fox: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1DtlCbvO_gImO065_wwnbr2WDZxbDNnLRPD7IbrrstNs/edit?usp=sharing
Students will hear 2 stories and compare how are these stories similar and different? We will look at red foxes
in Pebble Go, and learn about the real animals.
Learning Target: I know the main characters of a story, and I can compare fiction and non-fiction. I know how
to use Pebble Go to learn about animals.
First Grade
Lulu and the Brontosaurus, by Judith Viorst
Learning Target: I enjoy listening to a funny chapter book. I can use PebbleGo to do dinosaur research.
https://www.pebblego.com/sites/default/files/files/Dinosaur%20Research.pdf
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b4jI3kpWhcrw3LWHR0h9lPXphoCB42T_p2cmOpPZolc/edit?usp=sharing
Second Grade:
Skinny Bones, by Barbara Park
Learning Target: I enjoy humorous stories, I know where the "Funny Fiction" genre section is in the library. I am
familiar with books by author Barbara Park.
Third Grade:
Odd and the Frost Giants, by Neil Gaiman
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Norse Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Norse Mythology.
Fourth Grade:
Wheel of Names:
Kudiba - https://wheelofnames.com/h7u-9rm
LaDuca - https://wheelofnames.com/d98-5aw
Noe - https://wheelofnames.com/m2e-5f5
Panaro - https://wheelofnames.com/c7v-d2e
The One-Eyed Giant, by Mary Pope Osborne
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Greek Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Greek Mythology.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1SEqXSesxZEhBjDXip3v9v3ElWq_KCJ_nrcx5fHdxk_U/edit?usp=sharing
Harry Potter Dance Team - just for fun https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=i0Zy1Bhz1XQ
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems, and review March Holidays
Kindergarten
I need a Hug, by Aaron Blabey
The Hat, by Jan Brett
https://www.janbrett.com/hat_animal_masks_main.htm
Students will hear 2 stories and predict problems that a hedgehog and porcupine may have (how are these 2
animals similar and different?) We will look at these animals in Pebble Go, and learn about the real animals.
Learning Target: I know the main characters of a story, and I can compare fiction and non-fiction. I know how
to use Pebble Go to learn about porcupines and hedgehogs.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Yl6WmxDUFqcLtOoj6eqm9ZpBnGxg0zdQgqCEq8YNHFU/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b4jI3kpWhcrw3LWHR0h9lPXphoCB42T_p2cmOpPZolc/edit?usp=sharing
First Grade
Lulu and the Brontosaurus, by Judith Viorst
Learning Target: I enjoy listening to a funny chapter book. I can use PebbleGo to do dinosaur research.
https://www.pebblego.com/sites/default/files/files/Dinosaur%20Research.pdf
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b4jI3kpWhcrw3LWHR0h9lPXphoCB42T_p2cmOpPZolc/edit?usp=sharing
Second Grade:
Skinny Bones, by Barbara Park
Learning Target: I enjoy humorous stories, I know where the "Funny Fiction" genre section is in the library. I am
familiar with books by author Barbara Park.
Third Grade:
Odd and the Frost Giants, by Neil Gaiman
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Norse Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Norse Mythology.
Fourth Grade:
The One-Eyed Giant, by Mary Pope Osborne
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Greek Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Greek Mythology.
February 28 - March 4
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems, and review March Holidays
Kindergarten
Pebble Go, students will review how to navigate Pebble Go, then spend more time exploring it. Students will draw a
picture of their topic.
Learning Target: I know how to use library databases to find information on topics of interest to me.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Yl6WmxDUFqcLtOoj6eqm9ZpBnGxg0zdQgqCEq8YNHFU/edit?usp=sharing
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b4jI3kpWhcrw3LWHR0h9lPXphoCB42T_p2cmOpPZolc/edit?usp=sharing
First Grade
Lulu and the Brontosaurus, by Judith Viorst
Learning Target: I enjoy listening to a funny chapter book. I can use PebbleGo to do dinosaur research.
https://www.pebblego.com/sites/default/files/files/Dinosaur%20Research.pdf
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1b4jI3kpWhcrw3LWHR0h9lPXphoCB42T_p2cmOpPZolc/edit?usp=sharing
Second Grade:
Skinny Bones, by Barbara Park
Learning Target: I enjoy humorous stories, I know where the "Funny Fiction" genre section is in the library. I am
familiar with books by author Barbara Park.
Third Grade:
Odd and the Frost Giants, by Neil Gaiman
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Norse Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Norse Mythology.
Fourth Grade:
The One-Eyed Giant, by Mary Pope Osborne
Learning Target: I enjoy fantasy stories (Greek Mythology), I know where the "Fantasy Fiction" and "Mythology"
sections are in the library. I know about famous characters in Greek Mythology.
February
February 14 - February 18
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems, and review February Holidays
Kindergarten
Pebble Go, students will have a lesson showing how to navigate Pebble Go, then have time to explore using it.
Learning Target: I know how to use the library databases to find information on topics of interest to me.
First Grade
The Valentine Bears, by Eve Bunting (Valentine's Day Only)
Ron's Big Mission, by Rose Blue
Presidents' Day BrainPop Jr.
Black History Month BrainPop Jr.
Learning Target: I know important figures in black history
Second Grade:
Henry's Freedom Box, by Ellen Levine
Exquisite, the Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks, by Suzanne Slade
Learning Target: I know information about black history-makers and understand the importance of learning
their stories.
Third Grade:
George Did It, by Suzanne Trip Jurmain
Students will hear a selection of black history biographies from Little Legends and Little Leaders, by Vashti
Harrison. Students will have time to explore information about other black leaders using the Black History Daily Inspiration Calendar and any of the Library Databases.
Learning Target: I know information about black history-makers and understand the importance of learning
their stories. I know how to locate information about black figures in history. I know information about our Presidents and Presidents' Day.
Fourth Grade:
George Did It, by Suzanne Trip Jurmain
Students will hear a selection of black history biographies from Little Legends and Little Leaders, by Vashti
Harrison. Students will have time to explore information about other black leaders using the Black History Daily Inspiration Calendar and any of the Library Databases.
Learning Target: I know information about black history-makers and understand the importance of learning
their stories. I know how to locate information about black figures in history. I know information about our Presidents and Presidents' Day.
February 7 - February 11
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems, and review February Holidays
Kindergarten
Penguin Problems, by Jory John Pebble Go for Penguin facts
Learning Target: I understand point-of-view, and know some facts about Penguins.
First Grade
Mae Among the Stars, by Roda Ahmed
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=EgOaIKshbIU
Learning Target: I know information about black history makers and understand the importance of learning
their stories.
Second Grade:
Counting on Katherine, How Katherine Johnson Saved Apollo 13, by Helaine Becker
Learning Target: I know information about black history makers and understand the importance of learning
their stories.
Third Grade:
Students will hear a selection of black history biographies from Little Legends and Little Leaders, by Vashti
Harrison. Students will have time to explore information about other black leaders using the Black History Daily Inspiration Calendar and any of the Library Databases.
Learning Target: I know information about black history makers and understand the importance of learning
their stories. I know how to locate information about black figures in history.
Fourth Grade:
Students will hear a selection of black history biographies from Little Legends and Little Leaders, by Vashti
Harrison. Students will have time to explore information about other black leaders using the Black History Daily Inspiration Calendar and any of the Library Databases.
Learning Target: I know information about black history makers and understand the importance of learning
their stories. I know how to locate information about black figures in history.
February 2 - February 4
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems, and review February Holidays
Kindergarten
Bringing in the New Year, by Grace Lin and Pebble Go (We will visit together).
Learning Target: I can compare fiction and non-fiction books, I can find facts about Polar Bears on Pebble Go.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rkg4mSEKuwtyYIMb8yHekKQ7HgV8J3mB5x180Qv1bAw/edit?usp=sharing
Coloring Page: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1y_MA6VQl1kNFoUTpTGV_ObFXM830h_hY
First Grade
Goldiluck and the Three Pandas, by Natasha Yim and Pebble Go
Students will compare the fictional Yim story to the non-fiction facts and information about pandas found in
Pebble Go.
Learning Target: I know how to use Pebble Go to find facts and information and I can compare fiction and non
fiction.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rkg4mSEKuwtyYIMb8yHekKQ7HgV8J3mB5x180Qv1bAw/edit?usp=sharing
Second Grade:
Pebble Go - Students will finish Pebble Go endangered animals trading cards.
Third Grade:
Students will complete and review Pebble Go Bingo. Students will take turns teaching their class how they found
their information.
Learning Target: I know how to use Pebble Go to research questions and understand how the information is
organized.
Fourth Grade:
Students will complete and review Pebble Go Bingo. Students will take turns teaching their class how they found
their information.
Learning Target: I know how to use Pebble Go to research questions and understand how the information is
organized.
January
January 26 - February 1
A winter Poem, by Shel Silverstein
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems
Kindergarten
A Polar Bear in the Snow by Mac Barnett and Pebble Go (We will visit together).
Learning Target: I can compare fiction and non-fiction books, I can find facts about Polar Bears on Pebble Go.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rkg4mSEKuwtyYIMb8yHekKQ7HgV8J3mB5x180Qv1bAw/edit?usp=sharing
Coloring Page: https://drive.google.com/drive/u/1/folders/1y_MA6VQl1kNFoUTpTGV_ObFXM830h_hY
First Grade:
The Three Snow Bears, by Jan Brett and Pebble Go
Students will compare the fictional Jan Brett story to the non-fiction facts and information found in Pebble Go.
Learning Target: I know how to use Pebble Go to find facts and information and I can compare fiction and non- fiction.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rkg4mSEKuwtyYIMb8yHekKQ7HgV8J3mB5x180Qv1bAw/edit?usp=sharing
Second Grade:
Pebble Go - Students will use Pebble Go to research endangered animals and make informational trading cards.
Third Grade:
Students will play Pebble Go Bingo to learn how facts and information are organized in Pebble Go.
Learning Target: I know how to use Pebble Go to research questions and understand how the information is
organized.
Fourth Grade:
Students will play Pebble Go Bingo to learn how facts and information are organized in Pebble Go.
Learning Target: I know how to use Pebble Go to research questions and understand how the information is
organized.
January 19 - 25
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems
Kindergarten
What Do You Do with a Tail Like This? by Steve Jenkins & Robin Page, Polar Animal Adaptations, by Lisa Amstutz
Learning Target: I enjoy listening to non-fiction books and learning about animal adaptations.
First Grade:
Pebble Go - Students will continue to use PebbleGo and begin to use it for research purposes. We will look for
information about endangered animals.
Learning Target: I know how to use PebbleGo to find facts and information about various topics.
Second Grade:
Pebble Go - Students will see a demonstration of PebbleGo and have time to explore using it.
Learning Target: I know how to use PebbleGo to find facts and information about various topics.
Third Grade:
Students will see a demonstration of Britannica Online and have time to explore the database
Learning Target: I know how to use the school library databases to find facts and information.
Fourth Grade:
Students will see a demonstration of World Book Online and have time to explore the database.
Learning Target: I know how to use the school library databases to find facts and information.
January 11 - 18
Let's Get Reading!!
Picture Book Trailers
Horrible Bear https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vjZ6MMbxof4&list=PL88D35C15FBEBDFE7&index=2
Finding Winnie https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=G_UkkKCp0IE
Stick and Stone https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=OsgBILWhk18&list=PL88D35C15FBEBDFE7&index=62
Please Mr. Panda https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=lZ1Ql8TdBQI&list=PL88D35C15FBEBDFE7&index=65
Beekle https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=6iLWe7kS-5I&list=PL88D35C15FBEBDFE7&index=68
Chapter Book Trailers
The Hundred Dresses https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=5gImV4IEWD8
Early Chapter Book Series https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=y_onRvG6-W0&list=PLtMKwNsfbjN5rINwBU1EHz4W4kJky5q0G
Wonder https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=fgB7_KpBDss
Wildwood https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=iLacpZuYNo8
BrainPop Jr.
Brain Pop
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems
Kindergarten
See the Cat, by David LaRochelle
Oops, Pounce, Quick, Run an Alphabet Caper, by Mike Twohy
Learning Target: I enjoy listening to funny stories, and appreciate how the illustration helps to tell the story.
First Grade:
Martin's Big Words, the Life of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., by Doreen Rappaport
Pebble Go - Students will continue to use PebbleGo and begin to use it for research purposes. We will use Pebble Go to look up
the biography of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Learning Target: I know how to use PebbleGo to find facts and information about various topics.
Second Grade:
BrainPop Jr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Pies from Nowhere, by Dee Romito
Learning Target: I know about civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
Third Grade:
BrainPop Martin Luther King Jr.
Students will see a demonstration of Britannica Online and have time to explore the database
Learning Target: I know how to use the school library databases to find facts and information.
Fourth Grade:
BrainPop Martin Luther King Jr.
Students will see a demonstration of WorldBook Online and have time to explore the database.
Learning Target: I know how to use the school library databases to find facts and information.
January 3 - 7
Happy New Year 2022!
All grades will hear a selection of Winter poems
Kindergarten
We will look at Blast Off Readers, Who Would Win?, and the Animal Versus books to notice non-fiction text
features.
Learning Target: I know that a non-fiction book gives facts and information, I know text features in non-fiction
books.
First Grade:
Pebble Go - Students will see a demonstration of PebbleGo and have time to explore using it.
Learning Target: I know how to use PebbleGo to find facts and information about various topics.
Second Grade:
Extra Yarn, by Mac Barnett
Students will review a variety of Caldecott award-winning books and choose their favorites.
Learning Target: I notice the illustration in picture books and understand the importance of illustration in conveying a story.
Third Grade:
The Incredible Life of Balto, by Meghan McCarthy, we will discuss how we can learn more, students will
brainstorm how to locate more resources and information on this topic.
Learning Target: I enjoy learning about historical events, and thinking about how to learn more about a topic.
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=jZVHRXHDato
Fourth Grade:
Students will see a demonstration of Britannica Online and have time to explore the database.
Learning Target: I know how to use the school library databases to find facts and information.
December
December 20 - 23
Kindergarten
Pick a Pine Tree, by Patricia Toht,
Dinosaur vs. Santa, by
Learning Target: I know about the tradition of the Christmas tree and enjoy holiday stories
First Grade:
The Little Reindeer by Nicola Killen
Learning Target: I enjoy holiday stories and making directed drawings.
Second Grade:
Red and Lulu, by Matt Tavares
Rockefeller Center Live Tree-cam
Rockefeller Center Tree lighting
http://matttavaresbooks.blogspot.com/2017/10/making-red-lulu-part-1-few-things-you.html
Learning Target: I enjoy holiday stories and learning about the tradition of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree.
Third Grade:
Winter Reading Challenge, book Talks - ideas for reading over break and online winter break activities.
Learning Target: I read for pleasure in my free time.
Game: On the Spot - Winter Edition
Fourth Grade:
Winter Reading Challenge, book Talks - ideas for reading over break and online winter break activities.
Learning Target: I read for pleasure in my free time.
Game: On the Spot - Winter Edition
All Classes: Winter fun activities, access to gift-making supplies (bookmarks, origami paper, etc.)
December 13 - 17
Mystery Science Decomposers... aka What is happening to Pumpkin Jack?
Kindergarten:
Olivia, by Ian Falconer and See the Cat, by David LaRochelle
Learning Target: I am familiar with award winning humorous books, I enjoy interacting with a story. I know the main characters and setting in a fictional story.
First Grade:
Tiny Creatures The World of Microbes, by Nicola Davies and Mystery Science Decomposition
Learning Target: I understand what is happening to "Pumpkin Jack" and how things decompose.
Second Grade:
This is Not My Hat and I Want My Hat Back, by Jon Klassen
The Red Book, by Barbara Lehman
Learning Target: I am familiar with Caldecott Award winning books and why they are chosen.
Third Grade:
Margaret and the Moon, How Margaret Hamilton Saved the First Lunar Landing, by Dean Robbins
Learning Target: I know about Margaret Hamilton and how important coding was and is to the space program.
Fourth Grade:
Mystery Science Decomposers What is happening to Pumpkin Jack? Book Talks
Learning Target: I understand what decomposition is and what is happening to our library pumpkin. I can learn about some interesting books I may like to read.
December 6 - 10
Computer Science Education Week!
We will participate in the Hour of Code and learn some coding skills, younger students will try Hour of Code Unplugged and learn that coding is a sequence of specific, tiny, instructions!
Kindergarten:
We will finish reading Yummy, by Lucy Cousins our last fairytale is The Musicians of Bremen
We will also read How to Code a Sandcastle, by Josh Funk
Learning Target:
I know the classic fairytale stories and common fairytale elements.
I can identify the main characters, setting, and parts of a book.
I know that coding is a set of specific instructions, sequenced in tiny chunks.
First Grade:
How to Code a Sandcastle, by Josh Funk
Hour of Code Dance Party Unplugged
Spotify Hour of Code All Ages Music Playlist
Learning Target: I know that coding is a set of specific instructions, sequenced in tiny chunks.
Second Grade:
Hour of Code Activities - Dance Party
Learning Target: I know that coding is a set of specific instructions, sequenced in tiny chunks.
Third Grade:
Hour of Code Activities - Hello World - Make a Sprite and code an emoji
Learning Target: I know that coding is a set of specific instructions, sequenced in tiny chunks.
Fourth Grade:
Hour of Code Activities - Hello World - Make a Sprite and code an emoji
Learning Target: I know that coding is a set of specific instructions, sequenced in tiny chunks.
November
November 29 - December 3
We will read some Hanukkah stories, continue classic fairytales, and listen to some first chapters from Historical Fiction selections!
Kindergarten:
Yummy, by Lucy Cousins
Learning Target: I know the classic fairytale stories and common fairytale elements.
(Little Red Hen, and The 3 Little Pigs).
I can identify the main characters, setting, and parts of a book.
First Grade:
Little Red Ruthie, A Hanukkah Tale, by Gloria Koster and Goodbye Autumn, Hellow Winter, by Kenard Pak
Learning Target: I know about Hanukkah traditions and the changing seasons. I can compare two versions of the same story.
https://pjlibrary.org/getmedia/ffe7b5de-7c09-4ff0-bb35-5b17f79ad28b/Little-Red-Ruthie.pdf
Second Grade:
They All Saw A Cat, and A Stone Sat Still, by Brendan Wenzel
We will learn about picture book illustration and the Caldecott Award.
Learning Target: I Know about the Caldecott Award and I am familiar with some Caldecott Award-winning books.
Third Grade:
All-of-a-Kind Family Hanukkah, by Emily Jenkins
Learning Target: I know about the holiday Hanukkah and can compare it to my own family traditions.
Fourth Grade:
First Chapter Book Tastings - Sign of the Beaver
https://youarethehistorian.org/ First Thanksgiving research
Learning Target: I know about the genre "Historical Fiction" and can identify some books in that library section. I know how to search the library catalog by genre.
Coloring pages:
https://www.crayola.com/free-coloring-pages/holidays/chanukah-first-night-coloring-pages/
November 22 - 24
We will read Thanksgiving stories and learn about the history of Thanksgiving. We will learn some Native American Authors and stories. We will hear some beginning chapters of Historical Fiction selections!
Kindergarten:
Pete the Cat Falling for Autumn, by Kimberly and James Dean, Turkey Trouble, by Wendy Silvano
Learning Target: I know about Thanksgiving. I can identify the main characters, setting, and parts of a book.
First Grade:
Bear Says Thanks, by Karma Wilson & Thanksgiving in the Woods, by Phyllis Alsdurf
Learning Target: I know about Thanksgiving and traditions.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1P6R2jAhtr6YG4U5KbQIP_QFRpFzMjHZ8NFCdo3QX8h8/edit?usp=sharing
https://www.karmawilson.com/PDF/bearcolorsheet.pdf
Second Grade:
Balloons Over Broadway, by Melissa Sweet
We will learn about picture book illustration and the Caldecott Award.
Learning Target: I Know the history of the Macy's Day Parade and the connection to the immigrant community. I will also notice the illustrations by Melissa Sweet a Caldecott Award Winner.
http://www.houghtonmifflinbooks.com/kids/resources/BalloonsOverBroadway_ActivityKit.pdf
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/16c-B8dnSRTmHdUxu22v90LVRa2KM7mWyTV2DcR6PIvo/edit?usp=sharing
Third Grade:
Thank You Sarah, The Woman Who Saved Thanksgiving, by Laurie Halse Anderson
Learning Target: I know about the history of Thanksgiving.
Fourth Grade:
First Chapter Book Tastings - Sign of the Beaver
https://youarethehistorian.org/
Fourth Grade Keepers of the LIbrary... we will also assign jobs for the end-of-the-day library clean-up!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/140P1zTE-Fdhl31vvCD4kxrNB3ialmiIWwAegUK29gZo/edit?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I know about the genre "Sports Fiction" and can identify some books in that library section. I know how to care for the library.
Coloring pages:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1YTdwT9dys6FFHm96L5Anq3_6uFFvvSr9/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TlkfKpdIVXX2RfDXdwCjDP5bD6ToDrkN/view?usp=sharing
November 15 - 19
We will continue to learn about picture book illustration and the Caldecott Award, Native American authors and stories, Fairy Tales, and Chapter Book recommendations - this week we'll look at Sports Fiction!
Kindergarten:
Yummy, by Lucy Cousins
Learning Target: I know the classic fairytale stories and common fairytale elements.
(Tale of Henny Penny, & Goldilocks and the Three Bears).
I can identify the main characters, setting, and parts of a book.
First Grade:
Turtle's Race with Beaver, A Native American Folk Tale, retold by Joseph and James Bruchac
Learning Target: I know some Native American Folk Tales and Understand the differences between Fictional and Informational texts.
Second Grade:
We Are Water Protectors, by Carole LIndstrom (Caldecott Winner 2021)
We will learn about picture book illustration and the Caldecott Award.
Learning Target: I can evaluate the importance and effectiveness of picture book illustrations.
Third Grade:
Fry Bread, by Kevin Noble Maillard & Sacagawea (A Sheroe Biography)
Learning Target: I will become familiar with some Native American cultures and important people.
Fourth Grade:
We will read some beginning chapters of Sports Fiction Books like Crossover and the Jake Maddox Sports series books.
Fourth Grade Keepers of the LIbrary... we will also assign jobs for the end-of-the-day library clean-up!
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/140P1zTE-Fdhl31vvCD4kxrNB3ialmiIWwAegUK29gZo/edit?usp=sharing
Learning Target: I know about the genre "Sports Fiction" and can identify some books in that library section. I know how to care for the library.
November 8 - 12
We will learn about picture book illustration and the Caldecott Award, The Earth and Sun, Veterans Day, decomposition and the plant life-cycle, and Chapter Book recommendations - this week Science Fiction!
Kindergarten:
Yummy, by Lucy Cousins
Learning Target: I know the classic fairytale stories and common fairytale elements.
(Three Billy Goats Gruff).
I know main characters, setting and parts of a book.
First Grade:
Sun One in a Billion
Learning Target: I will learn about the Sun and the Earth! I will understand the difference between
fiction and non-fiction.
Second Grade:
Sam and Dave Dig a Hole, by Mac Barnett
We will learn about picture book illustration and the Caldecott Award
Learning Target: I can evaluate the importance and effectiveness of picture book illustrations.
Third Grade:
Rags, Hero Dog of WWI, by Margaret Theis Raven
Learning Target: I will understand the reason and importance of Veterans Day.
Fourth Grade:
The Wild Robot, by Peter Brown (Chapters 1 & 2)
We will also assign jobs for the end of the day library clean-up and how to check out our own books!
Learning Target: I will learn about the genre Science Fiction and listen to some Sci-Fi book talks.
October 29 - November 5
We will continue to learn how to use Destiny Discover the online library catalog - how to place book holds, read books about Space, Fairy Tales, The Day of the Dead, and Diwali.
Kindergarten:
Yummy, by Lucy Cousins
Learning Target: I know the classic fairytale stories. (Little Red Riding Hood)
First Grade:
Earth!, My First 4.54 Billion Years
Learning Target: I will learn about the Sun and the Earth! I will understand the difference between fiction and
non-fiction.
Second Grade:
We will practice logging into Destiny Discover and placing books on hold.
Learning Target: I can search the Destiny Discover Catalog and place books on hold.
Third Grade:
Day of the Dead and Diwali
Learning Target: I will learn about the customs of these November holidays.
Fourth Grade:
Funny Bones, Posada and his Day of the Dead Cavaleras
We will also assign jobs for the end of the day library clean-up and how to check out our own books!
Learning Target: I will learn about Posada and the customs of The Day of the Dead.
October
October 22 - 28
We will continue to learn how to use Destiny Discover the online library catalog, read some Halloween stories, and hear some book-talks to help us make book selections!
Kindergarten:
Click, Clack, Boo! A Tricky Treat, by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin
Room on the Broom, by Julia Donaldson
Learning Target: I can listen to a Halloween story and I can find my own book in the library.
First Grade:
Stumpkin, by Lucy Ruth Cummins
Click, Clack, Boo! A Tricky Treat, by Doreen Cronin and Betsy Lewin
Learning Target: I can listen to a Halloween story and use adjectives to describe my perfect
pumpkin!
Second Grade:
The Dark, by Lemony Snicket
Give Me Back My Bones!, by Kim Norman
Learning Target: I can listen to fun Halloween stories, and play "Simon Says" using the proper terms for the bones in my body.
Third Grade:
The Houdini Box, by Brian Selznick (we will finish the book!)
Learning Target: I understand what Historical Fiction means, who Harry Houdini is, and learn about
the author/illustrator Brian Selznick.
Fourth Grade:
The Widow's Broom, by Chris Van Allsburg
Learning Target: I will learn about the author/illustrator Chris Van Allsburg, and open-ended stories.
October 15 - 21
We will be learning how to use Destiny Discover the online library catalog, reading some seasonal stories, and hearing booktalks to help us make selections!
Kindergarten:
The LIttle Yellow Leaf, by Carin Berger (Compare to Little Tree... point of view)
We will have a scavenger hunt to learn where our favorite books are in the library!
Learning Target: I can listen to a story about autumn and I can find my own book in the library.
First Grade:
Mouse and Mole a Perfect Halloween, by Wong Herbert Yee
Learning Target: I can read a chapter book! I know the difference between a picture book and
a chapter book.
Second Grade:
Mrs. Roy will demonstrate how to use Destiny Discover (the online catalog), then we will have some time to practice on the Chromebooks. We will also hear some book talks!
Learning Target: I can use the online catalog to look up books.
Third Grade:
The Houdini Box, by Brian Selznick
Learning Target: I understand what Historical Fiction means, who Harry Houdini is, and know about
the author/illustrator Brian Selznick.
Fourth Grade:
We will read an excerpt from Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone. and design our own
wands.
Learning Target: I will become familiar with the Harry Potter series BOOKS and use descriptive
words/adjectives to design my wand.
https://www.yout-ube.com/watch?v=5whe9XtdQgw&list=PL4MDZZOVu08QrthTk5bBjCv1uEqy1iE9V
October 7 - 14
Kindergarten, First and Second-grade students will read stories about autumn and look for more books about autumn in the library catalog. 3rd and 4th-grade students will learn Chromebook tips with Miss Pasek, and we will review how to access and use Sora.
Kindergarten:
Little Tree, by Loren Long
Mouse's First Fall, by Lauren Thompson
Learning Target: I understand what happens during the fall season.
We will have a scavenger hunt to learn where our favorite books are!
First Grade:
Fletcher and the Falling Leaves, by Julia Rawlinson
The Little Yellow Leaf, by Carin Berger
Learning Target: I understand what happens during the fall season. I can find books about fall/autumn.
Second Grade:
Animals Nobody Loves, by Seymour Simon
Learning Target: I can find non-fiction books
Third & Fourth Grade:
We will be on the Chromebooks with Miss Pasek to learn some useful tips and look at the library databases.
Learning Target: I can improve my Chromebook skills and use SORA for digital and audio books.
Coloring Pages:
https://www.doodle-art-alley.com/uploads/2/6/1/6/26162462/monthoctober.pdf
September 30 - October 6
We will all review October Holidays, Events and Poems on the Library Website. Kindergarten through 2nd grade students will hear a story and continue to learn about using the library and finding the books you love! 3rd and 4th grade students will review using the Online Catalog and placing book holds.
Kindergarten:
Cat's Colors, by Airlie Anderson and Where are My Books?, by Debbie Ridpath Ohi
We will walk around the picture book section to learn where our favorite books are!!
First Grade:
The Kissing Hand, by Audrey Penn and Where are My Books?, by Debbie Ridpath Ohi
Second Grade:
Biblioburro, by Jeanette Winter
https://www.pbs.org/video/pov-a-visit-from-biblioburro/
Third & Fourth Grade:
We will be on the Chromebooks and will review and practice how to use the library online catalog and place books on hold.
Mrs. Roy will also book-talk some great books you may wish to check out!
Coloring Pages:
https://www.doodle-art-alley.com/uploads/2/6/1/6/26162462/monthoctober.pdf
September
September 22-29
Kindergarten:
Pete the Cat Visits the Library
How to use shelf-markers
Picture book area scavenger hunt
First Grade:
The Little Box, by Judy Goldman
How to use shelf-markers
Non-fiction area scavenger hunt
Second Grade:
If I Built a School, by Chris VanDusen
Third Grade
Fiction and non-fiction scavenger hunt.
Fourth Grade:.
We will finish our 9/11 discussion and have a library scavenger hunt! Fiction and Non-Fiction
Review how to use the catalog and place holds.
September 15-21
We will review proper book care, practice safety and routines in the library, and have a scavenger hunt!
Kindergarten:
Owl Babies, by Jonathan London & The Kissing Hand, by Audrey Penn
Book care & Safety routines
First Grade:
Safety Routines & Library Scavenger Hunt!
Second Grade:
Safety Routines & Library Scavenger Hunts!
Week 1 Fiction, Week 2 Non-Fiction
Third & Fourth Grade:
We will finish our 9/11 discussion and have a library scavenger hunt! Fiction and Non-Fiction
Kindergarten:
Owl Babies, by Jonathan London & The Kissing Hand, by Audrey Penn
Book care & Safety routines
First Grade:
Safety Routines & Library Scavenger Hunt!
Second Grade:
Safety Routines & Library Scavenger Hunts!
Week 1 Fiction, Week 2 Non-Fiction
Third & Fourth Grade:
We will finish our 9/11 discussion and have a library scavenger hunt! Fiction and Non-Fiction
September 8-14
Welcome
Back!
We will all hear a story and learn about using the library!
Kindergarten:
Froggy Goes to School, by Jonathan London
Frog Head Template (Draw Froggy!)
First Grade:
The Apple Orchard Riddle, by Magaret McNamara
What is a riddle?
Vocabulary: Riddle, orchard, varieties, ripen, pulp, cider.
Let's start with a riddle: Show me a little red house with no windows and no door, but with a star inside.
Teaching Books (Book Connections) Resources
Curious George's Apple Picking Game
PuzzleMaking Cider PBS video - Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood
Second Grade:
The Man Who Walked Between the Towers, by Mordicai Gerstein
https://www.911memorial.org/visit/memorial/tribute-light
Third & Fourth Grade:
This Very Tree, by Sean Rubin
https://youtu.be/Xcrt1MNSgFw (Video about the Survivor Tree)
https://www.911memorial.org/visit/memorial/tribute-light
Fireboat, by Maira Kalman
https://youtu.be/MEjRFAckjjM (Sunday Morning Video)
