Listening & Voice Level
Voice Level 1 - whisper/quiet voices
Should I keep my library books next to my dog's toys or food bowl?
No, keep your books away from pets so they do not damage your book.
Should I touch other students while I am on the reading rug and Ms. Green is reading?
No, always practice KAFOOTY while you are in the library.
Ms. Green is reading a book that I am not that interested in, I sit quietly and listen until she is done. I am using what PAWS skill?
I am SHOWING RESPECT for Ms. Green, other students and the library.
What is the difference between returning a book and renewing a book?
When you return a book, you leave it with Ms. Green to check in and put back on the shelf for another student to check out.
When you renew a book, you have not finished reading it and want to keep it for another week.
What voice level should you use when you are looking for books to check out?
Voice level 1 - whisper/quiet voices
Do I have to pay for a library book that was damaged when it was checked out to me?
Yes! If you bring back your book with any type of damage that is so severe it has to be removed from our library you will have to pay a fine or replace the book.
Why does Ms. Green ask students not to run in the library?
Students can trip and fall or injure themselves on a shelf edge. Students can get hurt.
I am struggling to finish my library book, I really want to play a game on my computer. I like this book and I know that to become a better reader, I have to read, read, read. I decide to keep reading, I can play the game after. What PAWS skill is being used?
I PERSEVERE, this student persevered and kept reading!
If I lose my book, what happens?
It is marked lost and a fine is added to your account. A letter will go home to your parents and you will have to pay a fine or replace the book.
What voice level should you use when you hear an emergency bell?
Voice level 0 - NO TALKING
If the pages of my book have gotten wet, what do I do when I bring the book to the library?
Tell Ms. Green when you are returning your book that it has water damage. DO NOT JUST ADD THE BOOK TO THE RETURN PILE!
How should I walk into the library?
Use walking feet to come into the library. Quietly sit down on the reading rug and wait for all the other students in your class to sit down.
I lost my library book and I am worried about telling my parents and Ms. Green. On my library day, I use all my courage and tell Ms. Green the book is lost. What PAWS skill is being used?
The student is ACTING RESPONSIBLY by being honest about losing their library book.
I am reading a chapter book and I have not finished it in a week. I want to keep it for another week, where should I leave it when I come into the library?
The renew bin on the round table.
If you have something important to share with another student or a friend, when would it be a good time to do that in the library?
When you have checked out your book and you are doing an activity or reading at a table.
Is there any reason to peel off a barcode or take off the book cover of your library book?
No, the barcode is needed to check out the book and the cover protects your book from damage.
What should I never use the shelf markers for?
Do not use the shelf markers to play swords or for hitting another student.
Ms. Green is reading a story and the person next to me keeps trying to talk to me, I know that it is time for listening to the story and not talking and so I ignore them. What PAWS skill am I using?
I am make a WISE CHOICE by not letting another student distract me from listening to the story.
How many times can you renew a book?
Large chapter books - several weeks until it is done.
Graphic Novels - one or two weeks
Picture books - one week
What voice level should you use when you are sitting on the rug and Ms. Green is reading a story?
Voice Level 0 - NO TALKING
How do I make sure I don't damage the spine of my book?
The spine of your book can be damaged by:
Bending, Stomping, Throwing, Dropping
My friend wants to see my book but he is across the library, should I just throw my book to him?
No, never throw books or any other objects in the library.
When I hear the cowbell. what should I do?
Stop, Look, Listen
Ms. Green lets student renew most library books but there are some books that she does not renew, can you name one of those books?
Dogman
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