Library skills
The program that we use to find a book in this library
Destiny Discover!
Where can you read your book during Library book checkout day?
Eagles Nest, quiet corner, the rocket, and tables/carpet
How many books can I have checked out at a time?
Two!
What resource can I use to help with projects for school?
WorldBook
What can you do if you want a book saved for you that is currently checked out?
Place the book on hold using Destiny Discover
How do you return books in our library?
The book drop inside Mrs. Huerta's circulation desk!
What do you have to do before leaving the library?
Use the sign-out sheet - write your name and the time
In which genre (FIC or Non-FIC) would Dork Diaries or Diary of a Wimpy Kid be found?
Fiction
What are biographies?
True stories written about a person's life by someone else
Can you checkout books that are on display?
YES
What is a nonfiction book?
A book written with true facts
What is closed until asked to open?
Chromebooks
How are Fiction books organized?
Alphabetically (by the author's last name)
Books in this genre have believable characters, settings, and problems that could happen in real life
Realistic fiction
This American author wrote "The Cat in the Hat"
Dr. Seuss
What is a fictional book?
Stories that are made up from the author's imagination.
What do you need to bring to library to be prepared for class on LAB day?
Charged Chromebook and case, headphones
How do you tell if it is a Nonfiction Book?
The call number has numbers, not just letters
Books in this genre often involve magical worlds, mythical creatures, and adventures.
What are fantasy books?
Books with lots of pictures and dialogue in speech bubbles. What are those called again?
Graphic novels
What's the code on the spine (that refers to the book's shelving location) called?
A Call Number
What do I need to bring to be prepared on LIBRARY day?
Charged Chromebook, Chromebook case, headphones, book, good attitude :)
How are non-fiction books organized?
By Dewy Decimal numbers/sections
What is Historical Fiction?
Stories that are set in the past (during a real time/place), but with imaginary characters or plots.
What is the name of Ms. Skoufes's dog?
Pepper!