Marcus HS Library Weekly Update
Ms. McGinnis and Ms. Virant
November 16 - November 20, 2020
Hang in there!
Almost there!! Last week before a week off!! Yahoo!!
This week is short with some Thanksgiving pictures and links to remind us all about the history of this holiday.
I have shared the links to the three local public libraries for those who might be interested during our week off. Don’t forget our own Sora never closes!
Book teasers from NEHS students of the new books we bought for the library this year!! Come check them out!! Great idea to read over the week off and take a reading adventure!
I put three book trailers from books that have been around a while but you still might enjoy.
Then last but not least, I have posted the CDC suggested COVID-19 precautions for the Thanksgiving holiday.
Have a wonderful week off!! Enjoy the break!
See you later,
Ms. McGinnis
Marcus HS Library Media Specialist
Ms. Virant
Marcus HS Library Aide
Public Libraries
Carrollton Public Library
Book Teasers from NEHS students
What's your favorite genre?
Book trailers
Dumplin by Julie Murphy
The Sun Is Also A Star by Nicola Yoon
The Hate U Give
Be COVID safe over the Thanksgiving Break!!
November 9 - November 13, 2020
Howdy,
This week we pay tribute to soldiers that have served for our country’s freedom. Veteran’s Day, is on Wednesday, November 11th. Thank you for your service.
We have some fun Fall facts to share with you. The leaves are finally changing colors in Texas. There is also a website that explains why the leaves change colors.
I am re-sharing about Sora's BIG LIBRARY READ which is Some Dreams Chase You Back Reverie by Ryan La Sala. This challenge is in effect from now until November 16th.
Countdown is still on for Thanksgiving break -- only ten (10) more school days!!
The library media center is a hub of communication. We provide all types of information and services. Please feel free to stop by anytime and ask any question. We are happy to help!!
Keep working hard!! The break is almost here.
Ms. McGinnis
Marcus HS Library Media Specialist
Ms. Virant
Marcus HS Library Aide
Veteran's Day
Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans, that is, persons who have served in the United States Armed Forces. (Air Force, Army, Marines and Navy)
November 2 - November 6, 2020
Hello November!!
This is the first edition for November which is a short month since we have the week of November 23rd - 27th off for Thanksgiving break.
November is Native American Indian Heritage month and I have listed three websites so that you may learn more about the Native American Indian culture. I have also listed three (3) books we have in our library that were written by American Indian authors.
Reminder that students have no school on Tuesday, November 3rd as this is Election Day.
I have included the November coloring sheets. Enjoy!
As this is a new month, I have included informational reminders of Sora, Destiny and Mackin. The library media center website is also available. I have uploaded a video with directions on how to access the research databases. Hope you find this helpful.
Log on to Sora and download the book Reverie by Ryan La Sala for the BIG LIBRARY READ!!
Countdown to Thanksgiving break is just fifteen (15) school days!!
Take care,
Ms. McGinnis
Marcus HS Library Media Specialist
Ms. Virant
Marcus HS Library Aide
Native American Indian Heritage Month
Election Day!!
Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020
American Indian Authors
Good Talker by Joseph Bruchac
An American Sunrise collection of poems by Joy Harjo
The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian by Sherman Alexie
November Coloring Sheets
Sora -- Overdrive
Mackin Databases
Destiny Discover -- Follett
REMINDER - Three great tools for reading and research:
Sora/Overdrive - Plenty of ebooks and audiobooks for students to browse. Loaded with hundreds of eye-catching titles. Infinite reading possibilities on practically any device. One amazing reading experience!
https://soraapp.com/library/lewisvilletx
Mackin - The MackinVIA is a complete digital online resource management system providing easy access to eBooks, read-alongs, audiobooks, databases, videos and more. Students can view, utilize, and manage all of their digital resources.
https://lewisville.mackinvia.com/dashboard
Destiny Discover/Follett - The library catalog system provides one contact point for students and teachers to search and access all of Marcus HS Library’s print and digital resources. (print books, eBooks, audiobooks, and databases) Destiny Discover is where you put print books on hold for curbside pick up or classroom delivery.
Marcus High School Library Media Center
Ms. Virant, Library Aide
Email: mcginnisn@lisd.net
Website: https://www.lisd.net/domain/2628
Location: 5707 Morriss Road, Flower Mound, TX, USA
Phone: 469-948-7010
Twitter: @MarcusHSLibrary