Library Polices an Procedures
CHECKOUT POLICY
• K-2nd Grade- Students will be allowed to check out one book at a time. Students may come back in the mornings before class to return and check out a new book.
• 3rd-5th Grade- Students are allowed to checkout two books at a time. Students may come back in the mornings before class to return and checkout a new book.
BOOK SELECTION
• K-2nd Grade- Students choose one book on their reading level. The book can be fiction or non-fiction.
• 3rd-5th Grade- Students choose two books on their reading level. They must choose a fiction and a non-fiction.
OVERDUE POLICY
• We do not charge fines for overdue books. Overdue notices are sent out on a routine basis, usually each nine weeks. Students with an overdue book or books may not check out additional books until the overdue items are returned. If you notice your child is not bringing home new books, please ask if a book is considered lost or overdue. Sometimes, you send the book back, but it does not make it to the library.
• A bill will be sent for lost books, if the items are not returned by the end of each semester. Books may not be kept out over the summer holidays. I attempt to instill a sense of responsibility for the library and its books. This means students are responsible for caring for books, using a bookmark, and renewing and returning books on time, so others may borrow them.
• Students who do not return items at the end of year will not be allowed to participate in end of year celebrations.
DAMAGED AND LOST BOOK POLICY
Accidents happen! Puppies chew (usually new) books, juice containers leak in backpacks, younger siblings use them for creative art projects, and books get left outside. Most children are responsible and if a book becomes accidentally damaged, we stress the responsibility to report and, if necessary, to replace a book which gets damaged while in a student's care.
If a book becomes damaged beyond use, you will be billed for the replacement cost. Most of our books are library editions, meant to take heavy use, and not the trade editions sold in bookstores. A notice will be sent home with your child to inform you of the replacement cost. Students with damaged/lost book fees may not check out additional books until the fees are paid.
CURRICULUM
• Our library curriculum covers several topics including:
• library behavior
• book parts
• library call numbers
• literary genres
• story elements
• research techniques
• independent use of the library
• In addition we use library instruction time to make cross-curricular connections whenever possible to history, science, math, art, language arts, and music.
• Proper care of library materials is stressed in all grades. Please help your child designate a safe place at home, like a shelf or drawer, to store library books.
LIBRARY MISSION
The mission of the school Media Center is for everyone to become independent critical thinkers. This is done by utilizing the library to the fullest, whether it is for checking out materials, working on projects, using the facilities for testing, or for small group instruction.
The Library belongs to everyone!
BEHAVIOR
• Be Respectful! To Librarian, Others & Materials
• Follow directions the first time
• Keep hands, feet, objects and negative comments to yourself
• Quiet while librarian is talking or reading
• Use all materials properly
• No eating or gum chewing
• Walk & use library voice during check out
• Follow proper check out procedure
• Bring library books
REWARDS
Students are rewarded for good behavior with individual praise, stickers and additional library privileges.
CHECKOUT POLICY
• K-2nd Grade- Students will be allowed to check out one book at a time. Students may come back in the mornings before class to return and check out a new book.
• 3rd-5th Grade- Students are allowed to checkout two books at a time. Students may come back in the mornings before class to return and checkout a new book.
BOOK SELECTION
• K-2nd Grade- Students choose one book on their reading level. The book can be fiction or non-fiction.
• 3rd-5th Grade- Students choose two books on their reading level. They must choose a fiction and a non-fiction.
OVERDUE POLICY
• We do not charge fines for overdue books. Overdue notices are sent out on a routine basis, usually each nine weeks. Students with an overdue book or books may not check out additional books until the overdue items are returned. If you notice your child is not bringing home new books, please ask if a book is considered lost or overdue. Sometimes, you send the book back, but it does not make it to the library.
• A bill will be sent for lost books, if the items are not returned by the end of each semester. Books may not be kept out over the summer holidays. I attempt to instill a sense of responsibility for the library and its books. This means students are responsible for caring for books, using a bookmark, and renewing and returning books on time, so others may borrow them.
• Students who do not return items at the end of year will not be allowed to participate in end of year celebrations.
DAMAGED AND LOST BOOK POLICY
Accidents happen! Puppies chew (usually new) books, juice containers leak in backpacks, younger siblings use them for creative art projects, and books get left outside. Most children are responsible and if a book becomes accidentally damaged, we stress the responsibility to report and, if necessary, to replace a book which gets damaged while in a student's care.
If a book becomes damaged beyond use, you will be billed for the replacement cost. Most of our books are library editions, meant to take heavy use, and not the trade editions sold in bookstores. A notice will be sent home with your child to inform you of the replacement cost. Students with damaged/lost book fees may not check out additional books until the fees are paid.
CURRICULUM
• Our library curriculum covers several topics including:
• library behavior
• book parts
• library call numbers
• literary genres
• story elements
• research techniques
• independent use of the library
• In addition we use library instruction time to make cross-curricular connections whenever possible to history, science, math, art, language arts, and music.
• Proper care of library materials is stressed in all grades. Please help your child designate a safe place at home, like a shelf or drawer, to store library books.
LIBRARY MISSION
The mission of the school Media Center is for everyone to become independent critical thinkers. This is done by utilizing the library to the fullest, whether it is for checking out materials, working on projects, using the facilities for testing, or for small group instruction.
The Library belongs to everyone!
BEHAVIOR
• Be Respectful! To Librarian, Others & Materials
• Follow directions the first time
• Keep hands, feet, objects and negative comments to yourself
• Quiet while librarian is talking or reading
• Use all materials properly
• No eating or gum chewing
• Walk & use library voice during check out
• Follow proper check out procedure
• Bring library books
REWARDS
Students are rewarded for good behavior with individual praise, stickers and additional library privileges.