Tirkandi News
Term 2 Week 8
Book Series of the Week
Every week in the library a new series will be on display to help expose students to all different kinds of books.
Week 7 had Our Australia on display. Each book is about a different place around Australia. From Byron Bay to Alice Springs and Cairns. These are great books to enjoy a story, while also learning and travelling around places here in Australia.
Week 8 The Adventures of TinTin was on display for the students. Each graphic novel book follows TinTin and his best friend Snowy his dog; As they explore, uncover and help people all over the world.
Scholastic Book Club Orders
Issue 4 is now Open. But closes on Friday the 24th of the 6th 2022. So get in fast.
Please use the link below to order online, as the school is not accepting any cash payments.
Thank you and happy shopping!
https://mybookclubs.scholastic.com.au/Parent/Login.aspx
Premier's Reading Challenge
The Premier's Reading Challenge has started. Forms have been handed out to students. There are extras in the library if your child needs another. So start recording the PRC books your reading and happy reading to everyone!!
Borrowing
Reception - Can borrow 4 books
Years 1, 2, 3, 4 - Can borrow 8 books
Years 5 and 6 - Can borrow 10 books
Parents – Can borrow up to 10 books
Books can be kept for a maximum of 2 weeks. All that is required for borrowing is a library bag (for Reception, Year 1/2) and no overdue books. Students are encouraged to manage their own library bag and to borrow regularly.
Returns
Students can either place books they want to return in their classroom library box, directly into the green returns box in the Tirkandi library.
Overdue, Lost or Damaged Books
The school library policy for overdue, lost or damaged books has been updated. A library book that has been overdue / lost for 2 weeks or more or damaged, there will now be a fee of $15; however if the book is found or returned you will be reimbursed the full amount. Students will be unable to borrow until the book(s) are returned or the payment is made.
The money goes towards replacing that book.
Library Open Hours
Monday - Before and after school
Tuesday - Before school
Wednesday - Before and after school
Thursday - Before school
Friday - Before school
I am located in the library office in Tirkandi so please do not hesitate to visit!
Gena Patini
Library Manager
gena.patini113@schools.sa.edu.au