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Identify information on spine of book
Identify bibliographic information (print) (title page &
copyright)
Apply alphabetization skills
Fiction arrangement in library
Exposure to variety of authors and genres, including
subject areas
Differences between fiction and nonfiction
Location of different types of library materials
Introduce library online catalog
Care of library materials
Respect for the library as a shared resources - reasonably
quiet, don't distract others, and return materials on time so
that other borrowers may use
Use time spent in library wisely
Selecting appropriate library materials
Elementary Library Curriculum
Standard 1. Accesses information efficiently and
effectively
LibK2.1.1 Understands roles of library personnel
Librarian
Library clerk
Computer lab assistant
Student volunteers
LibK2.1.2 Demonstrates ability to check out,
care for and return library materials properlyLibK2.1.3 Demonstrates appropriate use of
library media vocabulary
Checkout
Return
Catalog
Librarian
OPAC
Overdue
Reserve/hold
Due date
Book drop/return
Circulation
LibK2.1.4 Understands the function and
purpose of a libraryLibk2.1.5 Understands the parts of a book
Author
Title
Spine
End papers
Title Page
Illustrator
Cover
LibK2.1.6 Understands use of the library
catalog
LibK2.1.7 Understands the physical
arrangement of library materials
Easy section
Nonfiction section
Fiction section
Reference
Magazines
Audio visuals
Special collections
Standard 2: Evaluates information critically and
competently
Libk2.2.1 Understands differences between
fiction and nonfictionLibK2.2.2 Reviews information in order to
achieve success
Did I get the book/information I wanted?
Standard 4: Pursues information related to personal
interests
LibK2.4.1 Understands a variety of types of
literature and literary elements
Fairy tales
Folk tales
Fiction
Nonfiction
Fables
Poems
Nursery rhymes
Picture books
Audio books
eBooks
LibK2.4.2 Uses a variety of strategies for
locating books for independent reading
Browsing
Library catalog
Ask the librarian
Ask peers and friends
Signage
Standard 8: Practices ethical behavior in regard to
information and information technology
Understands protecting use of passwords when using a
computer
Respects others' rights to the use of materials
Kindergarten. We will develop an awareness and
appreciation of:
Location and Arrangement of Library Media Center
Expectations in Library
Walk
Quiet Voices
Care of Materials & Use of Bookmarks
Sit Quietly and Listen to Stories
Participate in Discussion and Responses About Stories
Locate Books for Checkout
Procedures for Checkout and Return by Date Due
Parts of a Book
Cover, Spine, Title Page, Title, and Author
Book Care and Responsibility
Literature Appreciation
Recognize a Variety of Children's Books (Genres and
Subgenres)
Learning About Authors and Illustrators
Getting to Know the Media Staff and How to Ask for Help
Locate Areas of Library:
Fiction
Nonfiction
Quiet Reading Area
Circulation Desk (Checkout Desk)
Book Return
Select Favorite From a list of Titles (Especially
Important When Voting for Golden Select Favorite From List of
Titles)
Language Development Through Children's Literature
Computer Skills: Eye/Hand/Mouse Coordination
Reinforce number & counting skills
Phonics
Alphabet
Animals
First Grade. We will review the Kindergarten
skills and emphasize:
Literature Appreciation
Develop Competence and Selectivity in reading, Listening,
and Viewing
Respond to Questions and Discussions During Reading
Recognize Caldecott Medal and Explain How a Book Achieves
This Award
Recognize Golden Archer Medal and Explain How a Book
Achieves This Award
Select a Variety of Books and Author Styles for Leisure
Reading
Use the Labels and Subject Markings in the Barlow Park LMC
When Selecting Books for Leisure Reading
Select Leisure Reading Materials at Appropriate Level
Poetry
Parts of a Book
Identify Title and Author on Cover of Book
Identify Title, Author, and Publisher on Spine of Book
Identify Title Page
Identify Title, Author, and Publisher on Title Page
Identify Spine Label
Differentiate Between Fiction and Nonfiction by Content
and by Spine Label
With Guidance, Identify Copyright Information
Locate Table of Contents and Index in Book
Identify Information About a Book and Author That May Be
in Cover Flap
Arrangement of Books in Alphabetical Order by the Author’s
Last Name
Book Care and Responsibility
Elements of a Story: Setting, Character, Problem,
Solution
Introduce Concept of "Genre"
Compare & Contrast Folk Tales versus Fairy Tails
Finding a Book They Will Enjoy and Can Read
Caldecott Award given for "best" picture book of the year
Enriching Language Development and Writing Skills through
Children's Literature including Non-Fiction covering Math,
Science, and Social Studies
Multicultural Awareness
Basic Dictionary Skills (Alphabetical Order)
Computer Skills
Second Grade. We will review the First Grade
skills and focus on:
Literature Appreciation
Locate, Identify, and Make Use of:
Title
Author
Publishing Company
Copyright Date
Dedication in Print Page
Locate Specific Pages by Making Use of Table of Contents
and Index
Identify that Back Flap of Book has Information About
Author
Respect Intellectual Property Rights:
Recognize That Copyrighted Materials Must Be Cited
Be Able to Locate at Least 1 Fact from a Print Resource
Identify Author, Publisher, and Copyright of Source
Be Able to Locate at Least One Fact from an Online Source
Note URL of Web Source and Author and Copyright
Information if Available
Develop Competence and Selectivity in Reading and
Listening
Begin to Discern Types of Books Most Enjoyed
Select Reading Practice Books (Accelerated Reader) at
Appropriate Level
Comparing and Contrasting Fiction and Nonfiction
Location of Fiction and Nonfiction books
Dewey Decimal System
Discern the Difference Between Fiction and Nonfiction and
Location in LMC
Given Call Number or Author's Name, Be Able to Locate
Fiction Books 90% of Time
Given Nonfiction Call Number, Be Able to Locate at Least
the Number to the Left of the Decimal Point
Be Able to Explain That the Dewey Decimal System Arranges
Nonfiction Books by Subject
Parts of a Book: Title Page, Copyright Date,
Dedication, Table of Contents, Glossary, and Index
Enhanced Dictionary Skills (Alphabetic Order, Locating
Words, and Spelling)
Online Catalog
Search by Author, Title, and Subject
Identify Title, Call Number, Availability, Author, and
Location in LMC
Periodicals
Writing Skills: Letters, Facts vs. Fiction, Sentence
Form
Here are
"Big Ideas" to introduce Kindergarten through Second Grade
students to Library Media Skills. 
