Library Smiles:

Every week in the library we see around 430 children from the ELC to Year 6. They are all gorgeous and have lovely manners – well done to our fabulous parents, grandparents and significant others who help this happen.

A big thank you also to the families who consistently remind their children to pack their library bags. Our library statistics show that HT children often borrow and return up to 600 books per day in the library (impressive stuff ?).

To begin the school year, we have spent the first two weeks in each grade unpacking the how and why of the library. We talked about Early Fiction, Older Fiction and Non Fiction. Mr Dewey is mentioned and the alphabet becomes a big part of our lessons. Essential Agreements are displayed, and the library comes alive.

Each grade then jumps into their Units of Inquiry. Every week we read, discuss and complete work on a selection of fabulous books, technology and websites that tie in with the various UOI.

We have looked at: relationships and behaviour, who we are, having a balanced lifestyle, our actions, well-being, diversity, innovations, decision making, explorers, our values and digital technology. There is a book for every situation.

Happy Easter,

Kate M, Simon B and Penny F (your friendly library team) x