Book of the Week: Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark

October is here and it just happens to be one of my favorite months for reading.  Who doesn't love a good ghost story?  So for this month, each of our Book of the Week selections will be something to send a tingle down your spine.

 

 

The Scary Stories to Tell in the Dark trilogy by Alvin Schwartz is one of the best collection of stories for upper elementary and middle school students around.  Each book contains short works of folklore and urban legends with some songs and "jump" stories.  One of my favorite pieces is "Harold", which is found in Scary Stories 3:  More Tales to Chill Your Bones.

 

 

Happy hauntings reading!

Afternoon Tutoring Available

Afternoon tutoring is now available in the library Mondays - Thursdays from 3:00 - 4:30.  Assistance will be provided with homework, studying for tests and organizational skills in a small group setting for interested students.  Placement is limited and on a first come, first serve basis.  Students may attend one day or all four.  Transportation is not provided.  If you wish to enroll please call or stop by and see me.

What's New in the Library: September

Check out these great new titles...all part of some very popular book series.

A Big Thank You to...

     ...Kaitlyn Harris for becoming a Friend of the Library.  Kaitlyn's donation to our library is very appreciated and will be put to good use.

     Remember, all donations this year will go toward purchasing a class set of Lois Lowery's book Gathering Blue.

     Thanks again, Kaitlyn!!!

A Big Thank You to...

     ...Isabella Ayala for becoming a Friend of the Library.  Isabella made a monetary donation to our library and donated a package of new pencils.  Both will be put to good use.
 

     Monetary donations will be spent on purchasing a class set of the book Gathering Blue by Lois Lowery.  The library is also appreciative of donations of boxes of Kleenex and packages of new pencils. 

     Thank you, Isabella!!!

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Book of the Week: The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

The Boy in the Striped Pajamas

by

John Boyne

In 1942, young Bruno, the son of a Nazi officer, moves with his family to a place he refers to as "Out-With".  Bored and lonely he

What's New In the Library: August

These 3 books just arrived today.  Check 'em out, why don't you!!!

Book of the Week: The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane

by

Kate DiCamillo

Each week I plan on introducing you to one of my favorite books, or even a not-so-favorite-but-still-worth-reading book. 

This week, it's...

Teachers, This One's For Us.

Sometimes, we all need a little motivation (myself included).  I found this video from TED on a fifth grade teacher's awesome blog.  Check out the video.  Check out the blog.  I think you'll find something to take with you.