Lowell Library Newsletter
December 4, 2023
Hello Lowell Families and Caregivers!
This month we played catchup with our library skills at all grade levels. Kindergarten to second grade explored the differences between fiction and nonfiction and learned where books live in our library. Third to fifth grade made huge leaps to working and searching independently in the library. From recognizing different neighborhoods, reading call numbers and using the library catalog to find a book on the shelf, they quickly mastered library skills. Up next is coding!
Eggspanding the Catalog
Each egg contains a research question. Students use the library catalog to locate a book to meet their research need and the find the book on the shelf using the call number.
Mrs. Lodge's Shelver
Interactive activity for students to practice putting fiction and nonfiction books in shelf order.
Private and Personal Information Home Activity
It's in our students' nature to share and connect with others. But sharing online comes with some risks. How can we help kids build strong, positive, and safe relationships online? Help your students learn the difference between what's personal and what's best left private
Family Activity Grade 1: Pause and Think Online
From our head down to our toes, and our feet up to our nose, the Digital Citizens teach students how to be safe, responsible, and respectful online.
Family Activity: Kindergarten Media Balance
The power of the internet allows students to experience and visit places they might not be able to see in person. But, just like traveling in the real world, it's important to be safe when traveling online. On this virtual field trip, kids can practice staying safe on online adventures.
Contact Lowell Library
Email: kelly.mccollum@watertown.k12.ma.us
175 Orchard Street Watertown, MA 02472
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