Library Update
Hi! I'm Lisa Foster and I teach Cultural Studies and Library to the Prep to Three students.
With lots of new students arriving at the school I thought it was a good time to remind everyone about some of the 'must knows' for using our library.
When does my Child visit the library?
Prep M - Monday Prep P - Monday Prep W - Wednesday | 1L - Monday 1G - Tuesday 1S - Wednesday |
2S - Wednesday 2M - Wednesday 2Q - Tuesday |
3B - Tuesday 3Q- Tuesday 3G- Wednesday |
4S - Thursday 4M - Thursday 4WB - Thursday |
5C - Friday 5K - Friday 5E - Friday |
6M - Friday 6C - Friday 6J - Thursday |
What does my child need for Library?
Each child needs a named library bag. For some students this will be the red bag that was gifted to them at the start of Prep.
If you do not have one of these bags you can bring any reusable cloth bag. These can be bought or recycled from home.
What can my child borrow? I encourage children to borrow books that catch their interest. We want them to learn to love reading and books! This means that sometimes the book might be too hard for them to read (especially in younger years) so you may need to read it together.
I am also encouraging students to borrow non fiction books as well as fiction/picture books. This is to build their confidence in reading and using this type of book.
Borrowing limits
Books are borrowed for 2 weeks but many children bring them back each week to borrow more. If your child needs more time with a book they have, they can always ask for more time.
Prep - 1 Fiction, PLUS BONUS 1 Non-Fiction
One - 2 Fiction PLUS BONUS 1 Non-Fiction
Two - 3 Fiction, PLUS BONUS 1 Non-Fiction
Three to Six - Up to 4 Fiction and Non-Fiction books
Overdue and Lost Books
There are no fines for overdue books but your child may not be able to borrow new ones whilst they have overdue books.
We understand that books sometimes get lost. If you cannot find an overdue book please let Ms Foster know so I can remove the book from your child's name. There will be no cost. If the book turns up later, please return it to the library.
Library Helpers
We have a range of roles that can be done to help out in the library including returning books, re-shelving, displays, covering new books and cleaning the shelves. Please let me know if you are interested in more information.
Thank you and Happy Reading!
Ms Foster