Entering the Room
What is the proper way to enter the room?
Use walking feet.
How should I mark my place in my library book?
A bookmark.
Where should I put the books I'm returning on my library day?
Put the books on the cart outside of your classroom in the morning.
What level voice do we use when entering the library?
We use a level zero voice when entering the library.
How long are you allowed to keep your book before you need to return it to the library?
We keep our books for one week.
What should I bring to the library with me?
Nothing except books you want to return or books you would like to renew.
What should I do before reading my library book?
Wash your hands.
What is a shelf marker?
It used to mark the spot on the shelf so we know where the book goes back.
When do we use a level one voice in the library?
When we are doing partner work or partner reading.
What does it mean to renew my book?
If you're not finished with your book, you would need to do this to keep it longer than one week.
What voice level should we use when entering the library?
Zero
Where should I put my books when I get them home?
In the same safe space every time, so I can always find them. I should find a place that is out of reach of pets or little brothers and sisters that is also away from food and water.
What is the book drop?
Put books in here if you are returning books not on your scheduled library day.
When do we use a level two voice in the library?
We use a level two voice when we are speaking to the entire class or on Makerspace days.
What do we NOT use the library laptops for?
The library laptops are not used to play games.
Where do books go if you need to return them but forgot to put them on the library cart that morning?
On the counter, by Mrs. Meerza's check out computer.
Why shouldn't I let other people borrow my books?
The book is checked out in your name and it is your responsibility.
When do we usually sit and do silent or partner reading?
This is what you do when you are done checking out.
What voice level do we use when we have an emergency drill?
We use a level zero voice.
Tell Mrs. Meerza as soon as possible.
Where should I sit?
On the carpet or at the tables. Mrs. Meerza will let us know when we come in.
What should I keep my book away from?
Pets, small children, and water.
What can we use to find a book in Destiny?
The laptops or iPads in the library are used for this.
What voice level do we use when we are doing silent reading?
We use a level zero voice.
Why should I take care of the library's equipment and materials?
Library materials and equipment are shared items, meant to be used by all in our school.