I read the book called "The Night I Followed My Dog" by Nina Laden. The children made predictions about where the dog might be going. I suggested after reading the book that maybe they could write their own stories. Instead of a dog they could choose another pet, such as a cat, horse, cow or guinea pig to follow at night. This was a memorable book for me that brought laughter to the whole room. One student even thought he would like to move into the doghouse!
Make story-time fun at home. Happy Reading!
Saturday, 26 October 2013
Sunday, 20 October 2013
Tuesday, 15 October 2013
November Events
Eric Walters Presentation
It is my pleasure to be able to introduce an awarding winning Canadian author to our school. Eric Walters will be visiting St. Luke's on November 21st. He is an inspiring author of middle school/intermediate student books, has received many awards, and also founded a charity.
Thanks to our wonderful Parent Council, and specifically Mrs. Scott, who wrote and asked for a grant that we have been awarded, we are able to bring this literacy presentation to the school.
Eric will be talking to students about writing, his career as an author, and how he gets ideas for stories and characters. He will also be selling his books at the presentation, and accepting cheque donations for the Creation of Hope, an orphanage that Eric has founded and supports. This place of hope is in Kenya where beautiful children are given a home and hope for a better life.
Thank you parents of St. Luke's!
Scholastic Book Fair
Once again the "Scholastic Book Fair" is coming the week of November 25-29. It will be open Thursday, November 28 until 7:30 for parents and children to shop, which is also "Movie Night" at St. Luke's.
St. Luke's families have always supported the book fairs and it is truly appreciated. I know how much the students enjoy seeing all the new books and how the school library transforms into a store.
Thank you for shopping at St. Luke's Library!
It is my pleasure to be able to introduce an awarding winning Canadian author to our school. Eric Walters will be visiting St. Luke's on November 21st. He is an inspiring author of middle school/intermediate student books, has received many awards, and also founded a charity.
Thanks to our wonderful Parent Council, and specifically Mrs. Scott, who wrote and asked for a grant that we have been awarded, we are able to bring this literacy presentation to the school.
Eric will be talking to students about writing, his career as an author, and how he gets ideas for stories and characters. He will also be selling his books at the presentation, and accepting cheque donations for the Creation of Hope, an orphanage that Eric has founded and supports. This place of hope is in Kenya where beautiful children are given a home and hope for a better life.
Thank you parents of St. Luke's!
Scholastic Book Fair
Once again the "Scholastic Book Fair" is coming the week of November 25-29. It will be open Thursday, November 28 until 7:30 for parents and children to shop, which is also "Movie Night" at St. Luke's.
St. Luke's families have always supported the book fairs and it is truly appreciated. I know how much the students enjoy seeing all the new books and how the school library transforms into a store.
Thank you for shopping at St. Luke's Library!
Sunday, 6 October 2013
October Library Classes
This month began with sharing a beautiful old book titled, " Paperbag Prince" by Colin Thompson. I will also be sharing books that have a story a theme of charity/giving. Grade 7-8 students will review being a "Good Digitial Citizen", it is an important lesson that must be followed.
Tuesday, 10 September 2013
September 9-September 10
The library has been a very busy place, with students visiting the library for the first time this year. I was very pleased to see all of their smiling faces and their anxious behavior to see what I would be sharing.
32 beautiful little JK/SK souls coming to the library for "Story-time"
I shared the book called, "Where is Clifford?" - a flip and fold book. The children were listening and looking intensely at the illustrations, trying to find Clifford. To hear laughter and awaken the children's imaginations and interest in reading was so rewarding. The moment that really made my heart shine was when one little girl was so intent on being able to read that she was 'reading' her book upside down before she left the library.
The intermediate classes were given a lesson on "Digital Citizenship." Reading different scenarios involving the use of technology and social media, the students had to decide if the action described was appropriate or inappropriate. This was a great way to engage the students with important information that they will use daily.
32 beautiful little JK/SK souls coming to the library for "Story-time"
I shared the book called, "Where is Clifford?" - a flip and fold book. The children were listening and looking intensely at the illustrations, trying to find Clifford. To hear laughter and awaken the children's imaginations and interest in reading was so rewarding. The moment that really made my heart shine was when one little girl was so intent on being able to read that she was 'reading' her book upside down before she left the library.
The intermediate classes were given a lesson on "Digital Citizenship." Reading different scenarios involving the use of technology and social media, the students had to decide if the action described was appropriate or inappropriate. This was a great way to engage the students with important information that they will use daily.
Wednesday, 14 August 2013
September, 2013--First Week!
I plan on sharing an amazing book with the children called, The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore.
"The story began as a tribute to the late Bill Morris, the soft-spoken, dry-witted pioneer of library promotions. Then hurricane Katrina devasted Mr. Joyce's home state and interrupted progress on the books. The author saw firsthand the curative power of stories as he visited displaced children reading donated books in the shelters.
But the power of story will save the day" (taken from the book cover).
"The story began as a tribute to the late Bill Morris, the soft-spoken, dry-witted pioneer of library promotions. Then hurricane Katrina devasted Mr. Joyce's home state and interrupted progress on the books. The author saw firsthand the curative power of stories as he visited displaced children reading donated books in the shelters.
But the power of story will save the day" (taken from the book cover).
Tuesday, 13 August 2013
September 3, 2013
Welcome back!
Summer passed by very quickly and the weather was simply perfect. I hope everyone had an enjoyable time. It is my mission again this year to encourage all students to become life-long readers. With my read aloud choices, book trailers and occasional games it is my hope that everyone will look forward to their weekly visit to the library. Let’s begin …
Mrs. Linda Lummiss
Welcome back!
Summer passed by very quickly and the weather was simply perfect. I hope everyone had an enjoyable time. It is my mission again this year to encourage all students to become life-long readers. With my read aloud choices, book trailers and occasional games it is my hope that everyone will look forward to their weekly visit to the library. Let’s begin …
“The universe is not made of atoms. It’s made of tiny stories.” (author unknown).
Mrs. Linda Lummiss
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