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In Libris Libertas

Quarterly news from PRMS Library

In Libris LibertasQuarterly news from PRMS Library

Volume 7, Issue 4

Welcome to the library's newsletter. I share news at the end of each nine weeks. As always, let me know if you have suggestions!

What's New What's New

Library Reopened

The library reopened on May 4, just in time for end-of-the year research projects and a kickoff to summer reading! A special thank you to the high school library staff (Mr. Pollock and Ms. Tolvanen-Annal) and helpers from the PRHS Key Club for their help shelving several thousand books that were displaced during remediation.

Library Happenings Library Happenings

Escape Rooms

The library has been busy the past few weeks since reopening on May 4. We hosted several classes for escape rooms: Mrs. Pursley's reading classes for a City of Ember challenge, and 8th grade history classes for a Founding Era competition.
Founding Documents of the United States
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Afghanistan research

Mrs. Bubb's English 7 classes researched life in Afghanistan to write an essay comparing when The Breadwinner was written to the present day.

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Tips, Tricks & Advice Tips, Tricks & Advice

The Case for Warm Demanders in Today’s Schools | Cult of Pedagogy

The Case for Warm Demanders in Today’s Schools | Cult of Pedagogy

When our students face challenges, some teachers get more rigid, while others become more lenient. What if the answer isn’t either/or?

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50 sites for students with free time on their hands

50 sites for students with free time on their hands

When students are done with an assignment or project, how can they spend extra time wisely? These sites give them something academic to chew on.As a

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How This 5th Grade Teacher Uses Sticky Notes To Boost Student Engagement

How This 5th Grade Teacher Uses Sticky Notes To Boost Student Engagement

Darlene Hernandez is a 5th grade teacher in Southern California, and her sticky‑note strategy has become a go‑to way to check for understanding in the classroom.

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Most popular print books this nine weeks Most popular print books this nine weeks

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War Games

Alan Gratz
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A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

Holly Jackson
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Family of Liars

E. Lockhart

PRMS Library circulated 7,071 books this year! PRMS Library circulated 7,071 books this year!

Newsletter Archive Newsletter Archive

Looking for past issues? Find them on the library website.

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Kristen Rowe, Librarian

Our library program is most effective when we work together. My library standards are aligned with your PA Core standards to encourage maximum collaboration. I would love to plan and teach lessons with you involving research, literacy, and technology. Stop by or e-mail me if you'd like to discuss ideas.
Kristen Rowe
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