Category Archives: Library

JS Library in review

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The end of the year is looming…
It is time to reflect and consider the achievements over the year.
Oliver reports still need to be run and our stocktake is yet to come. Hopefully we will find lots of lovely surprises.

Currently I am working on the JS Library Annual Report . A PDF of the report will be posted next week on the wiki page.

This week is our last week of class borrowing. Stay tuned for the top borrowing class for 2011. Will it be your class?

You can view a snapshot of the term on the JSLibrary wiki page.

Watch the photopeach to see some photos from this term in the JS Library.
JS Library: Search-Ask-Learn-Connect on PhotoPeach

How does ICT and technology impact on your learning (and teaching)?

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Consider how you learn at St Andrews….

Think about the ICT (Information and Communication Technologies) that you use to support your learning journey and inquiry?

How does using technology impact your learning (and teaching)?

http://voicethread.com/share/2379557/

Yr 4 -6  wallwisher 

Yr 5 A created their own wallwisher. This is what they thought  Yr 5A wallwisher.

Or post your comment below (don’t forget to just use your 1st name).

Oliver and Reading Lists survey

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In order to improve the use of resources in the JS Library, the Oliver catalogue has the function of READING LISTS.

All teachers and students have been introduced to this resource.

In order to make the most of the function READING LISTS and to ensure it meets your needs, please complete the survey below.

Click here to take survey

Change the world -Taking Action

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Let’s Take Action


Click on the link to view the poster – change_the_world.

“Learn about the Change the World charity campaign and get involved. Remember that small change adds up and that you can make a difference!”

Source
http://www.youtube.com/user/eduTecherChange

All you need to do is ‘click on the penny and one penny will be donated by edutecher.
Watch the video to see how this works in reality.

 

Change the World

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I’m reading fantasy and adventure in….

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“The Throne of Fire” No. 2 in the Kane Chronicles…

One curse. Two Heroes. Five Days to Save the World

Rick Riordan talking about the Kane Chronicles

See more at
http://rickriordan.com/my-books/kane-chronicles/books/book-2.aspx

 

 

Others new to the JS Library are:

 

Jim Springman and the Realm of Glory

“Jim Springman and the Realm of Glory is a funny new fantasy offering in which reality is thrown into chaos and starts to appear more and more like the world in Jim’s sister’s book, the Realm of Glory a book which Jim hates, even though he hasn’t read it. There is action aplenty, with twists and turns and laughs to entertain middle and upper primary aged readers.”
Source

http://www.aussiereviews.com/article3263.html

Journey to the River Sea by Eva Ibbotson

It is 1910 and Maia, tragically orphaned at 13, has been sent from England to start a new life with distant relatives in Manaus, hundreds of miles up the Amazon. She is accompanied by an eccentric and mysterious governess who has secret reasons of her own for making the journey. Both soon discover an exotic world bursting with new experiences in this highly colourful, joyous and award-winning adventure.

Source

http://myfavouritebooks.blogspot.com/2010/09/journey-to-river-sea-by-eva-ibbotson.html

 

Outstanding picture books – Books that pack a punch

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 Older Reader Picture Books

The following picture books are worth spending some time analyzing and enjoying.

One small island – PYP Appreciation, Caring, Respect, Integrity


“In One Small Island, Alison Lester and Coral Tulloch bring us the story of this remote and precious World Heritage Site.  Together they explore the island’s unique geological beginnings, discovery and degradation at the hands of humans, and the battle to restore it today.”
http://www.penguin.com.au/products/9780670072361/one-small-island

From little things big things grow – PYP Caring, Respect, Tolerance, Commitment

“Kev Carmody and Paul Kelly’s famous song has here been turned into a beautiful picture book. Featuring the background story to the lyrics and the lovely artwork of Peter Hudon and children from Guringji country in the Northern Territory, this is a title that will appeal to adults and children alike.”
http://www.readings.com.au/product/9780975770887/kev-carmody-and-paul-kelly-from-little-things-big-things-grow

 

Peaceful Hero – PYP Respect, Appreciation, Integrity, Principled

Why is “hero” a word so often reserved for warriors who fight with guns and weapons to defend their people? In this uplifting book, renowned picture book biographer Jonah Winter writes of another kind of hero, a peaceful hero, who is willing to die for a cause, but never to kill for a cause.
http://www.newint.com.au/shop/peaceful-heroes-2802.htm

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Ever wondered what happens in Disneyland after dark?

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The Kingdom Keepers written by Ridley Pearson is set in Disneyland after dark.

“Five young teens tapped as models for theme park “guides” find themselves pitted against Disney villains and witches who threaten both the future of Walt Disney World and the stability of the world outside it’s walls.”

Source

Review: “The Kingdom Keepers” by Ridley Pearson

This video is the author discussing the book.

 

Would you like to be a DHI (Disney Host Interactive?) Check out the series today… Let us know what you think.

James Patterson – “Books you can’t put down”!

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I love reading James Patterson’s novels. I was thrilled when I first found out he also wrote for children.

The Maximum Ride  series is up to its sixth novel in the series (Fang) and it is ready to borrow.

James Patterson also writes the Daniel X series and Witch & Wizard series (2nd one recently released).

These books are also thriller, action and “Go, go, go”.

This is James talking about the book.

This is a fan made trailer for the up coming movie of the Maximum Ride book (due 2013).

HIGHLY RECOMMENDED AUTHOR & SERIES

If you liked the pace of the Stormbreaker novels then try any of James Patterson’s novels suggested above.

PS: Witch and Wizard is also being made into a movie! WOW!