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Hamburg School
Library Resources
Mrs. Sealander,
Media Specialist
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Library Science
2008-2009
GRADES K-4
Activities:
Students in grades K-4 will learn to
use library resources, develop study
skills, enhance listening skills,
and develop reading skills and a
love of reading.
Student Responsibilities:
GRADES 5-8
Activities:
Students in grades 6-8 will learn to
use a variety of reference
materials, enhance their library and
study skills, and develop a love of
reading. Students will participate
in the following activities: reading
for enjoyment, using the Accelerated
Reader program, book talking, online
card catalog searches, mini research
projects, Power Point projects, oral
presentations, note cards/research
for term papers, and library
scavenger hunts.
Student Responsibilities:
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Participate in class discussions
and activities.
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Be prepared for class by
bringing pen/pencil,
assignments, and notebook.
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Work quietly and cooperatively.
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Follow library rules.
Homework:
Students meet for library once a
week, however additional research
time is available during study hall
and during language arts. Students
will be required to complete reading
assignments, projects, and prepare
for oral presentations. Because
these projects are in coordination
with the language arts curriculum,
both his/her language arts teacher,
as well as myself, will assess major
projects and presentations
Assessment:
Students will be evaluated as
follows:
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Class participation/preparation/homework
- 25%
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Class work - 25%
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Tests, projects, presentations -
25%
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Reading assignments/quizzes -
25%
How to Contact Me:
If you have any questions or
concerns, please feel free to
contact me at
msealander@hamburgschool.com, or
call me at 973-827-7570 extension
431.
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The following
information is designed to assist students and
parents with classroom assignments, homework,
projects, and reports. Many of the links are
not only educational, but provide enjoyable
re-enforcement of skills previously learned in
the classroom.
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www.worldbook.com
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Online
encyclopedia, dictionary, atlas,
includes students activities link. |
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www.sussexcountylibrary.org |
Use your
library card to access the online
catalog and search a variety of
databases including Facts on File,
EbscoHost, New York Times, World of
Poetry, etc. |
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www.worldalmanacforkids.com |
Find out
about animals, countries, sports,
movies, history, and so much more! |
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www.kyvl.org/html/tutorial/research
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Learn how
to evaluate information, and cite
resources in a research paper. |
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www.mnh.si.edu |
This link
takes you to the National Museum of
Natural History and enables you to visit
exhibits, as well as research topics. |
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www.jerseyclicks.org |
Homework
help, book reports, current events, and
databases. |
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www.findagrave.com |
Allows
students to research the final resting
places of famous people, includes brief
biographies. |
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www.factmonster.com
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Find tips
on everything from selecting a research
topic to typing a bibliography. Site
also includes dictionaries, almanacs,
encyclopedias, and atlases. |
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www.webmath.com |
Stuck on a
math problem? This site allows you to
type in the problem and provides you
with an answer and an explanation of how
it was solved. |
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www.multiplication.com
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Students
are provided with interactive practice
activities. |
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www.bookhive.org |
Assists
students in finding the right book. |
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www.gigglepoetry.com |
Provides
poetry, games, and contests for
students. |
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www.funbrain.com |
Games and
activities for grades K-8 in all
academic areas. |
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www.crayola.com |
Activities, coloring pages, and games
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