Library Manners
What is the proper way to enter the Library?
Quietly WALK and sit on a circle on the rug.
How should I mark my place in my library book?
A bookmark.
Who gets to check out books?
Anyone who takes part in Library.
What should my body look like when someone is speaking?
Calm, with whole body listening.
Who is the Librarian?
Ms. Cornelius
What is the noise level that is ok for the library during and activity?
Soft, inside voice.
What is the proper way to turn a page and why?
Nice and slow to avoid any pages being ripped.
Who scans the books?
Only the 5th graders
How do we move around the library?
Walking feet only.
The place on the book where you find the call number?
The spine.
What voice level should we use when entering the library?
Zero
Where should I keep my books when I take them home?
In my backpack or in a safe place.
How many books can you check out each time?
2
If I changed my mind about a book and forgot to use our shelfmarker what do I do?
Put it in book return, the basketball hoop.
During book checkout, what should the students do after checking out their book?
Find a quiet place, away from others, and read.
Where do books go if you need to check them in?
In the book return
Why shouldn't I let other people borrow my books?
The book is checked out in YOUR name and it is YOUR responsibility.
How many books are you allowed to have checked out
5
How do I use my shelfmarker?
Put it on the shelf right next to book and then take book off the shelf.
Who draws the pictures in a book?
The illustrator.
Where should you sit in the library?
In your seat or crisscross applesauce on the rug.
Name 3 things I should keep my book away from.
Pets, babies and little kids, food, and water.
What happens if you try to check out more books than you are allowed?
The computer won't allow you to check them out.
Why do I use a shelfmarker?
So I can put the book back in the right place on the shelf.
What should I do if I don't want to check out a book?
READ!