Library Lessons - Cycle 3 - Weeks 5 and 6

Library Mr. Demsko

LESSONS Cycle 3 Weeks 4-5

September 25 - October 8, 2013

Grade 6   9:00-9:40

Lesson: Almanac review. A look at finding information using an almanac.

Grade 5  10:20-11:00

Lesson: Dewey Decimel System

Activity: Lesson on how the Dewey Decimal System organizes library materials.

Grade 4 11:00-11:40  

Lesson: Using the OPAC.

Activity: Powerpoint outline of Dewey decimal system.

Grade 3   9:40-10:20

Lesson: A look at nonfiction books.

Activity: Share with class various types of subjects available in the nonfiction section.

Grade 2  1:15-1:55  

Lesson: Literature appreciation. A look at Caldecott Award winning author/illustrator Chris Van Allsburg and some of his award winning books.

Read: The Stranger.

Grade 1 12:35-1:15

Lesson: Selecting books from a library. Literature appreciation.

Activity: Allow students time to use OPAC and/or browse for books.

Read: Library Mouse.

Kindergarten: 1:55-2:35

Lesson: Begin library book signout.

Activity: Continue discussing how to care for library books. Emphasize that library books belong to the library and must be cared for so others can enjoy them. Explain need to return books on time. Help students select their library book.

Read: DW’s Library Card and Dear Dragon Goes to the Library.