Lightboxes

Explanation: Follett is the resource used by Media Centers all around the district. All students and teachers have access to the library catalog and some great research material using this resource. Teachers can also access the streaming videos through this resource.

Intro To Lightboxes

Logging onto Follett:

Go to library.wsd.net

Click on your school

In the upper right hand corner, click on "Login"

Log in using the same credentials you would to log into a Chromebook

Click on "Catalog" on the top

Click on "Destiny Discover" on left hand side

You will see sections for New Books, Sections, Lightbox Books and Ebooks

Benefits:

*Lightbox materials can be accessed by all students at one time or projected by the teacher on a school-wide level.

*Lightbox materials focus on specific units of study and include Google Maps, engaging videos, research resources and interactive activities.

*Once you own a Lightbox resource, you can use it year after year.

*The librarian in your building is an expert at accessing and using this resource.

*Follett Ebooks--Librarians can purchase ebooks that students can check out on their Chromebooks. These books are school-based purchases and are a great option for students who will be at home, but need to read a classroom novel.

Resources on the Follett System