Mahoney Library Blast
Make the most of the library from home!
About the Library Blast
While we are learning from home during school closures, I hope to send daily emails every weekday morning. These messages will include cool and interesting websites, videos, book recommendations and more, so that we can stay connected and keep learning!
I want to hear from you!
Please share:
- Memes
- Photos of your pets
- Your art or comics
- Recipes
- Book recommendations or reviews
- Other TV, movie, game or media recommendations
- Playlists
- Funny or uplifting videos
Please email me anything you would like to share at gartleel@spsdme.org!
Mahoney Readers Club
I'm launching a Google Classroom for Mahoney Readers of all stripes! This is a low-pressure community for all types of readers--whether you're a strict comic reader, you're re-reading your favorite series, or trying out some classics, all readers are welcome!
Mahoney Readers Club is an online forum to talk about what we're reading, ask for suggestions, share our own recommendations, or ask for help finding books. If there is interest, we could also plan a Google Meets chat.
If you're interested, email me at gartleel@spsdme.org and I will send you an invite!
Sora
Sora is an app that provides access to a collection of ebooks and audiobooks that we share with Memorial and the High School. This slideshow will help you login if you haven't used Sora before. If you have any trouble logging in or using Sora, please email me at gartleel@spsdme.org. If there is an ebook or audiobook you are looking for that you can't find on Sora, please let me know, and I will do my best to find it for you!
Junior Library Guild
Junior Library Guild is currently offering free access to their online ebook collection. You can access more free ebooks by visiting jlg.ipublishcentral.com (or downloading the JLG Digital app on a personal device) and signing in with the username JLGMID and the password JLGFREE.
Epic!
Epic! is another online ebook collection. You can access Epic! by downloading the app or visiting https://www.getepic.com/students and using the class code wtt8334. Epic! has tons of books, comics, audiobooks, and videos. Epic! can only be accessed during the school day.
Friday, May 15
National Endangered Species Day
On May 15, 2020 the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service observes Endangered Species Day in order to recognize
the national conservation efforts to protect our nation's endangered species and their habitats.
International Day of Families
The International Day of Families was established in 1993 by the United Nations. This day provides an opportunity to promote awareness of issues relating to families and to increase the knowledge of the social, economic and demographic processes affecting families.
Mickey Mouse
On this day in 1928, the animated short Plane Crazy premiered. Although Mickey Mouse's "birthday" is usually associated with Steamboat Willie, which came out later that year, Plane Crazy was actually the first appearance of Mickey Mouse.
Plane Crazy Mickey Mouse Classic Walt Disney 1928 Sound Cartoon
Yesterday's Winner
Who would win: A demon-possessed car that's 10 stories tall and has a beard made of bees OR Mike Tyson (boxer) who can turn invisible while singing showtunes and is wearing a jetpack? Winner: Demon-possessed car. Reason: "It won’t matter if you’re invisible, if the car is giant and demon-possessed, you will get hit by it."
20-Day Song Challenge: Day 10
A song challenge for the 20 school days in May! For Day Ten, "A song from the year you were born" I selected "Thriller" by Michael Jackson. What would you choose? What would you recommend I keep in mind for future songs? Email me at gartleel@spsdme.org.
Mx Gartley
Stay in touch: email me at gartleel@spsdme.org to share what you're reading, a playlist you're listing to, what show you're binging or anything else. Also feel free to email me if you need help finding a book, audiobook, or any other resources!
Email: gartleel@spsdme.org
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