Our K-3 learners started the school year with The Magical Yet by Angela DiTerlizzi, followed by a discussion about growth mindset. Students designed their own "Yets" and celebrated things they cannot do...yet!

K-3 students are learning about our digital and print library resources, how to be good digital citizens, and how to balance time using a device with device-free activities.

PreK 3 and 4 students are learning about feelings and practicing letter sounds with stories and songs.

Every year, people in America celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. During this time, we learn about and celebrate the histories, cultures, and things that people from America, whose families originally came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, have done to make our country special. Our school library has many biographies about influential Hispanic Americans as well as book created by Hispanic authors and illustrators for our students to enjoy!

Students in 2nd grade are researching César Chávez on PebbleGo and creating a digital product to explain why he was important. 3rd grade students are doing the same, but they are learning about Ellen Ochoa.

• Clean Hands: Before I touch a library book, I will make sure my hands are clean. No sticky fingers on the pages!
• Safe Place: I will find a safe spot at home to keep my library book. Away from pets, food, and water, so it doesn't get dirty or wet.
• No Food or Drinks: I promise not to eat or drink while reading a library book. Accidents can happen, and I want to keep the book clean.
• Turn Pages Carefully: I will turn the pages gently, using my fingers and not anything like pencils or crayons. We want the pages to stay nice.
• Read Away from Water: I will read my library book away from bathtubs, pools, and sinks. Water can damage books!
• Keep Away from Little Siblings (and Pets too!): If I have little brothers or sisters, I'll keep my library book where they can't reach it. I don't want them to accidentally tear pages.
• Use a Bookmark: I'll use a bookmark, a piece of paper, or just remember the page number to help me keep my place. Folding the pages can damage the book.
• Ask for Help: If I accidentally spill something on the book or if it gets damaged, I will tell a grown-up right away. They can help fix it.
• Return on Time: When it's time to return the library book, I'll make sure to bring it back to school by the due date. That way, other kids can enjoy it too.

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We have so many amazing digital resources available through our school library! I will send home more information about each resource shortly. For now, your child can guide you through them. Access Destiny Discover right from the school website.