Welcome to the Shimek Library
December 2015
Thank you!
A special thank you to the Brozene family and all of the volunteers who helped to set up, run, and tear down the book fair! We couldn't do it without you!
Library Learning
In the computer lab, the students continue to practice manipulating the mouse. This week we decorated virtual gingerbread houses at http://www.jennybharris.com/activities/home/sweethome.htm The students loved it!
Reading a book by looking at the pictures
Looking at cool new books
Decorating a gingerbread house
Trying to use chopsticks after reading the book Chopsticks
Sharing a new book
Books, books, books
We are now reviewing the organization of the library, call numbers, and how to use the electronic card catalog.
Which should I pick?
Writing Happy New Year in Chinese
Finding the poetry section
We are now beginning a study of plagiarism (5th) and finding and using reliable sources (6th).
All About Me presentation
Okay or No Way? Plagiarism discussion
Learning how to find reliable sources
What Shimek Students are Reading
The most popular titles right now are:
Don't Forget Your Library Check Out Day
Wednesday: Muhlenbruch's class, 5th, and 6th grades
Thursday: Kalsem's class, 4th grades
Let us know if you need any assistance. We are here to help the students love to read!
Peggy Fitzgerald, secretary
Email: johnson.linda@iowacityschools.org
Website: http://www.edline.net/pages/Bohumil_Shimek_ES/Library