Kid-Centered Libray

An open ended scavenger hunt will send students off to explore the library and discover the gems waiting on the shelves. This packet has scavenger hunts leveled for each grade K-3 and an extra that can be used for grades 4-6. The kindergarten version requires no reading, the first grade work has simple sight words, and the second grade work is easy to read. As the grades progress, the content becomes harder, and the intermediate grades are asked to record title, author, and call number for th

For use in a Montessori library, a typical school library, or any classroom teaching concepts of print, this set is a great resource for group instruction and individual practice. Included are infographics with missing labels and comprehension three-part cards for all vocabulary covered. Three-part cards can also be used as flash cards. Terms taught include: title, author, illustrator, cover, spine, spine label, ISBN, and barcode. Parts of a book can be taught on many levels, from kindergart

Three activities, ranging from a simple ten minute quick comprehension check to a more detailed parody retelling, are part of my emergency sub plans in the library. I have included explicit directions, as I would for a substitute teacher. However, feel free to use the items however you like. The basic skill being covered is cause/effect relationships. The Day Jimmy's Boa Ate the Wash is a great text for teaching this, as well as demonstrating non-sequential storytelling.

This print-and-go activity uses video clips from Great Big Story to teach students to define physical traits in a character, and recognize how a character reacts to those traits is often an integral element to the story.

Designed to be used with an online or print encyclopedia, this mini poster teaches students to read for important information and make inferences from the information found.

This activity uses literary terms to describe the school year. At the beginning of the year, use it to predict what will happen in the coming months. At the end of the year, use it to recap the most exciting events. As part of RC, this can be an introductory activity to Hopes and Dreams, to begin getting kids thinking about what is possible in the coming year.