PRAIRIE ROSE ELEMENTARY

SELECTION PLAN AND

SUGGESTED POLICIES
Compiled by Stacy Lundstrom-Olson
LMIS 360 Collection Development
Fall 2014

Table of Contents

Prairie Rose Elementary School Mission Statements..3

School Curriculum Overview..4
School Library Media Center Stakeholders .......5
General Selection Criteria6
Intellectual Freedom Tools..7
Selection Tools for Print and Non-Print Resources.8
Collection Analysis Tools, Frequency and Methods.13
Acquisitions14
Deselection Policy 16
Requests for Reconsideration of Library Materials18
Collection Promotion. 22
References...23

Prairie Rose Elementary School Mission Statements

School Mission Statement

Prairie Rose Elementary School will provide a safe, caring and respectful environment that
fosters and empowers lifelong learning for an ever-changing world.

Library Mission Statement

Prairie Rose Elementary Library, as part of Bismarck School Library Media Centers, empower
students to be enthusiastic readers, critical thinkers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of
information.

School Curriculum Overview

Prairie Rose Elementary Schools curriculum and instructional strategies are selected to
support the North Dakota State Standards based on the Common Core Standards.
Differentiated instruction is incorporated into daily instruction and teachers may supplement
the selected curriculum and strategies to support individual student learning. Below is a
listing of current curriculum and instructional practices that are being implemented at Prairie
Rose Elementary separated out into content area, if applicable.
1. English/Language Arts
a. Guided Reading
b. Daily 5
c. Fountas and Pinnell leveling of books
d. Piloting of Fountas and Pinnell reading curriculum(2nd grade - 2014-15)
2. Math
a. Investigations Math
b. Math Centers
c. FractioNation Online Program
3. Science/Social Studies
a. Social Studies Thematic Units
b. Foss Science Kits
c. Project-Based Learning Units incorporating selected science and social studies
standards

School Library Media Center Stakeholders

Prairie Rose Elementary School Library, part of the Bismarck Public Schools District,
is located in the community of Bismarck, ND (Population of 70,000). Prairie Rose
Elementary School has a current enrollment of 176 students, which is relatively small
compared to many other elementary schools in the district. The school is located on the
southern edge of Bismarck in a more rural area with a combination of housing and
farmland. The teaching faculty at the school are more veteran faculty with many being
with the district for a minimum of 10 years. The administrator of our school is in her
second year in a leadership role and previously taught for many years along with being a
technology integration specialist. The students come from two specific areas residential
single family housing located around the school and the United Tribes Technical College
campus which has multi-family housing for students and their families.

General Selection Criteria

Materials selected:

Are at appropriate reading level

Support the current curriculum and teaching practices of the school district.

Are of appropriate content/topic for grade level(s) and maturity level

Shall meet high standards of quality in factual content and presentation.

Provide increased availability that cannot be met through library loans in the district

Are durable enough to stand multiple uses

Are supported by reviews from selection tools (e.g.: Wilsons Catalogs, School Library
Journal, Horn Book, Booklist, etc.)

Are suitable for the library space (size, format, etc.)

Meet popular interest and demand

Based on reputation and significance of the author, illustrator, publisher or producer

Have a layout/format that is appealing to the user

Have a layout/format that is easy to use/access

Have received awards/recognition for being outstanding in their format/category

Contribute to a balance of viewpoints/opinions on particular topic

Have a cost that meets value and demand

Reflect the interests and needs of the students and faculty served by the media center.

Are current and relevant to the intended audience

Are the appropriate format to maximize accessibility and use

Intellectual Freedom Tools

The following links and resources provide more information and guidance on intellectual
freedom and its place in a school library program. These tools and resources can be used when
selecting materials and to provide information to students, staff, and parents.
Library Bill of Rights
The Library Bill of Rights was developed by the American Library Association (ALA) and is a
document that includes recommended basic policies for libraries to follow. The document was
originally adopted by ALA in 1939 and was most recently updated in 1996. This document is
helpful for understanding the important considerations of intellectual freedom in a library
program.
Library Bill of Rights. (1996, January 23). American Library Association. Retrieved November
18, 2014, from http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill
Access to Resources and Service in the School Library Media Program
This document is a companion to the American Library Associations Library Bill of Rights and
explains the special considerations of intellectual freedom in the school library. This document
was originally developed in 1986 and most recently updated in 2014.
Access to Resources and Services in the School Library Media Program. (2014, July 21).
American Library Association. Retrieved October 22, 2014, from
http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/librarybill/interpretations/accessresources
The Freedom to Read Statement
The Freedom to Read Statement was developed by the American Library Association to explain
how the freedom to read is a constitutional right and elaborate on the position of libraries and
librarians in supporting the freedom to read. This document was originally adopted by the ALA
in 1953 and most recently updated in 2004.
The Freedom to Read Statement. (2004, June 30). American Library Association. Retrieved
October 26, 2014, from
http://www.ala.org/advocacy/intfreedom/statementspols/freedomreadstatement

Selection Tools for Print and Non-Print Resources

The following selection tools are used as part of the selection process for library media center
books and materials.
Book Wizard by Scholastic http://www.scholastic.com/bookwizard/
The Book Wizard by Scholastic allows users multiple ways to search for appropriate books
including searching by grade level, guided reading level, DRA, or Lexile level. The site also lets
you put in a book title to get suggestions for books that are similar in topic or storyline. The
Book Wizard also has an iOS and Android app that allows you to search by scanning the bar
code of a book. Book Wizard is free and no registration/account is needed to use.
This resource was selected for use because it seems very simple to use and contains over 50,000
books in the database. The website has dual functionality in that you can search for books and
book alike lists from the same website. Additionally, this is a tool that classroom teachers
would find useful in their own classroom libraries and older students could use as a self-service
readers advisory.
PBS Teachers Recommended Books and Links
http://www.pbs.org/teachers/bookslinks/
The PBS Teachers Recommended Books and Links website posts monthly a new selection of
recommended books and websites that can be sorted by subject level. You can also access
previous months lists in the archives section. The reviews contain a short paragraph
summarizing the book along with the author and publishing date.
This resource was selected for use because of the ability to sort by subject level to find
applicable books. The book reviews are also very concise and it doesnt take much time to
browse through a list.
The New York Times Childrens Book Reviews
http://topics.nytimes.com/top/reference/timestopics/subjects/c/childrens_books/index.html
The New York Times Childrens Book Reviews contains almost 3,000 reviews of childrens
books. Reviews are posted one to two times a week, usually on Wednesdays and Sundays, and
contain an extensive review of the book along with pictures of a few of the pages. Reviews are
listed in the order they were published.

This resource was selected for use because it is a useful tool to keep up on new childrens
literature. The reviews very informative and the inclusion of pictures of a few of the pages so
you can get a feel for what the book is like.
Kirkus Children and Teen Book Reviews
https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/childrens-books/
The Kirkus Children and Teen Book Reviews contains reviews of new children and teen books.
The book reviews are usually posted a few months before the books are even released. Each
book review contains a picture of the book cover, a short review of the book, publication
information, genre, and appropriate age level. Users can also search reviews by age level and
book availability.
This resource was selected for use because it contains reviews of upcoming new releases and is
an effective tool to stay informed of new childrens and teen books. The tool also has the ability
to search by age level to find reviews and the genre is included in the review.
Childrens Book Reviews by the Guardian
http://www.theguardian.com/childrens-books-site
Childrens Book Reviews by the Guardian contains book reviews and award and themed book
lists. The site allows you to search by age level and also gives videos, images, and other
resources for learning more about specific books or for use as extension activities.
This resource was selected for use because of the diversity of resources. The website contains
traditional reviews, but also themed lists which can be used for ideas on library displays, and the
interactive links to videos and images could be useful for book talks or extension activities.
National Science Teachers Association Books and Resources
http://www.nsta.org/recommends/
This search engine allows you to search through all National Science Teacher Association
(NSTA) recommended teaching materials and resources including books, movies, and websites.
NSTA also compiles a yearly list of outstanding science trade books for K-12 students and these
recommended books are also included in the search. You are able to search by title/keyword,
author, grade level and resource type.
This resource was selected for use because it meets a need of selecting nonfiction materials on
science topics for the collection. The reviews and suggestions for fiction books can be used to
inform collection development choices...
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University of Wisconsin-Madisons Cooperative Childrens Book Centers Bibliographies

and Booklists
http://ccbc.education.wisc.edu/books/bibBio.asp
The Cooperative Childrens Book Center has created book lists and bibliographies of
recommended books. The lists are separated out into babies, toddlers, and preschools,
elementary school, and a middle and high school list. Within each age range the books are
compiled into lists by theme or topic. Selecting a specific theme or topic takes you to a list of
books and each book contains a short review and publication information.
This resource was selected for use because of the unique themed lists which would be useful for
collection development. With the current implementation of project-based learning units, the
lists would work well with the some of the units teachers are developing. The lists could also
provide inspiration for collection displays.
Association for Library Service to Children Notable Childrens Book List
http://www.ala.org/alsc/awardsgrants/notalists/ncb
The Association for Library Service to Children creates a yearly list of notable books for children
ages birth to 14 years old. The list is separated into categories of books for younger readers
(preschool-2nd grade), middle readers (3rd-5th grade), older readers (6th-8th grade) and all ages.
Each book listed includes a short review and any award the book may have received.
This resource was selected for use because the lists are separated into grade levels and the
reviews are short so you can browse the lists quickly. Also, the lists are created yearly so the
current list contains recently published literature.
No Flying, No Tights Graphic Novels Blog
http://noflyingnotights.com/category/kids/
This blog contains reviews of Graphic Novels and you can sort to find reviews for novels just for
kids or teens. Each review contains a picture of the book cover, a review, and appropriate age
range. Within each age category (kids or teens) you can also sort by genre including historical
fiction, mysteries, and science fiction.
This resource was selected for use because Prairie Rose Elementary students gravitate towards
graphic novels so the information provided could be used to inform future graphic novel
selections. The blog allows you to search by age range and genre so users can search for the
specific types of graphic novels that will best fit the age range of students.
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Kidsreads Reviews
http://www.kidsreads.com/reviews
Kidsreads Reviews contains reviews of currently released (within the last year) and upcoming
releases of new childrens books. The reviews contain a summary of the book along with short
biographies of the author. You can search reviews by author, title, genre, or date of book
publication.
This resource was selected for use because the site is very easy to use and the searching makes it
easy to filter the reviews to specific kinds of books you may be looking for. The reviews contain
books that are upcoming releases, so its also good resource for staying current on new books.
The inclusion of the authors biography provide supplemental information that users may find
interesting as well.
GraphicNovelReporter Reviews and Core Lists
http://www.graphicnovelreporter.com/
This website contains reviews of graphic novels that are searchable by title, author, genre, and
date of publication. There is also a page of core lists of graphic novels and Manga designed
specifically for library collection development. The lists are separated into adults, teens, and
kids.
This resource was selected for use because graphic novels are a category of book that has
increasing popularity with Prairie Rose Elementary students. The website provides information
on what is current in graphic novels with its reviews of recently and soon to be released graphic
novels and the core lists provide a helpful information when selecting for librarys graphic novel
collection.
What Should I Read Next?
http://whatshouldireadnext.com/
This resource allows you to put an author or book and it provides a list of recommended books
for what to read next. Each book in the list contains a link to Amazon with information about the
book.
This resource was selected for use because it provides readalike lists which could be useful in
collection development. The tool can be used with collection evaluation to determine popular
books and inform selection of materials that might have similar appeal. This tool would be
helpful in creating displays If you like this book, then try one of these.
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Bookpage Childrens Book Reviews

http://bookpage.com/reviews?book_genre=children_s&page=1&type=review
Bookpages childrens book reviews contains reviews on the most recently published childrens
books. You are able to search the reviews by authors, publishers, and genres. The reviews are
also included in the print edition of Bookpage which can be downloaded from the website as
well.
This resource was selected for use because the reviews are well written and are another great
resource for keeping current with recently published childrens books. The ability to download
and view Bookpage magazine issues also provides the opportunity to learn about all kinds of
books that are currently being published.
Graphite by Common Sense Media
http://www.graphite.org/
Graphite is a search engine for selecting recommended apps, websites, and games to support
learning. The resources are reviewed by experts and also include teacher reviews. You can
search by type/format of resource, subject, grade level, and cost.
This resource was selected for use because it could be an effective selection tool for digital
resources like apps, websites, and games. The resources are reviewed by field experts and
teachers and the ratings are shown separately providing a second opinion about the usefulness
of the tool. .
New York Public Library Childrens Book Lists
http://kids.nypl.org/book-lists
The New York Public Library Childrens Book Lists page contains book lists of exceptional
childrens books in poetry, nonfiction, folktales and fairy tales, pictures, early chapter books, and
older chapter books. The books are selected by New York Public Librarians and contain a
picture of the book cover and link to the library catalog page with a summary of the book,
reviews, and links to other book lists that include the book.
This resource was selected for use because the books are selected by librarians and the links to
the catalog pages provide a wealth of information that would normally require searching multiple
places, including book reviews and recommendations and comments about the book from
librarians and library members. The catalog page links to other notable lists the book is included
in which could be useful in making selection choices for similar books and materials.
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Collection Analysis Tools, Frequency, and Methods

Prairie Rose Library Media Center will complete Collection Analysis on an ongoing
basis. Below describes the tools and any specific analysis methods and frequency of
analysis.
Tools

Follett TitleWise Collection Analysis

Circulation Statistics
User Surveys (Currently under Development 2014-15)
Collection Maps of Project-Based Learning Units (Currently under Development
2014-15)
Currriculum Maps (Currently under Development 2014-15)

Frequency and Methods

Beginning of Each School Year Use the data from the following tools to
determine collection needs for a fall materials order and any weeding that
weeding that may need to be done
o Current Follett TitleWise Collection Analysis
o Current Circulation Statistics
o Review of Collection Maps of Project-Based Learning Units
o Review of Curriculum Maps

End of Each School Year - Use the data from the following tools to document
collection changes over the school year, collection and library service needs and
determine any weeding that may need to be done
o User Surveys
o Current Follett TitleWise Collection Analysis
o Current Circulation Statistics
o Review of Collection Maps of Project-Based Learning Units
o Review of Curriculum Maps

After Every Major Book Purchase (Usually Fall and Spring) Use data as
comparison from previous collection analysis to document changes in the
collection as a result of the materials selection
o Current Follett TitleWise Collection Analysis

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Acquisitions

Methods of Acquiring Materials

o Purchases
Purchases are the responsibility of the library media specialist. Below is a
list of preferred vendors for purchases. The district will not reimburse
taxes paid on purchases, so purchaser should ensure purchases do not
include tax through providing the district tax exempt certificate (acquired
through accounting). Purchases are not authorized that cannot be
completed tax-exempt.
Preferred vendors:
Follett Titlewave Preferred for major book purchases because
they include processing in the order
Scholastic
Books A Bound
Capstone
Amazon Only for small book purchases because books are not
always charged/shipped at same time making it an issue for
accounting purposes
o Gifts to the collection
Gifts to the collection are accepted at discretion of the library media
specialist. Collection analysis should support the need for gifted materials
and gifts need to follow the general selection criteria found in this plan.
Gifted materials should be noted so in the OPAC in the vendor spot as
Gift. Gifted materials should contain a sticker showing it was gifted
material and who gifted the material, unless requested by the gifter to have
this information excluded.
o Inter-Library Loan
Library materials found in another Bismarck Public Schools Library may
be requested by students and staff through placing a hold on the material
in the OPAC. Holds should only be placed on materials that are not in the
Prairie Rose Library collection, unless the Prairie Rose Library will not
have the material accessible for checkout for an extended period of time
and the material is currently available at another district library.

Organizing Ordering Work

o Request for Materials
Instructional staff, specialists, and administration may place a request for
materials for major book purchases made in the fall and spring of the
school year. Requests may be made at other times but may not be
considered until the next major book purchase. It is the responsibility of
the library media specialist to solicit book requests through email or
written form at least 2 weeks prior to each major book purchase. It is the
responsibility of the library media specialist to inform requestors of the
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inclusion/exclusion of their request and reasons according to the general

selection criteria in this plan.
o Preorder Searching and Preparation
As mentioned above, all major book purchases should be completed
through Follett Titlewave. The library media specialist must ensure that
all materials included in the order follow the general selection criteria in
this plan. It is the responsibility of the library media specialist to search
vendors for titles, prepare, and submit orders. It is also the responsibility
of the library media specialist to ensure all materials ordered are received,
in appropriate condition, are cataloged in a timely manner, and paid in full
using a purchasing card.

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Deselection Policy
Timeline:
Even numbered years Nonfiction and reference sections
Odd numbered years Fiction and reference sections
Required Information for Deselection:
Circulation statistics
Age of selection
Condition of book/resource
Techniques/Criteria:
Use 3 Cs - Curriculum, Collection, Clientele

Record of use: Has the item circulated in the past five years?

Currency of content:
Is the subject matter out-of-date, factually inaccurate,
or no longer relevant to the educational program?
Are illustrations outmoded; or do they perpetuate sexual, racial, or cultural stereotypes? Has
the material been superseded by better or more up-to-date materials, even though it is only a
year or two old?
Has the curriculum changed to the point where the material is no longer pertinent?
Is it obsolete in content, style, or theme?
Is the approach no longer appropriate (word choice and style of writing of a generation or
two ago leave today's youngsters guessing instead of helping them to understand)?
Does it still appear in standard listings?

Technical quality:
In non-print materials, are visuals poor, faded, off color, or scratched?
If black and white, have they been superseded by a clear color edition?
Are sound reproductions faulty or inferior?

Physical condition:
Is it worn, torn, soiled, or generally ragged?
Are pages or parts missing?
Do the pages have very fine print or yellowed paper? Classics with such make-up have no
place on school library shelves. Weigh the cost of repairing and rebinding against the cost of
replacement. Better no mending than poor mending as any mending takes time and care, plus
supplies.

Dispensability:
Is it a duplicate copy?
Does it duplicate materials no longer needed in the collection?
Is it no longer useful for reference?
Use the acronym MUSTY or MUSTIE
M Misleading and/or factually inaccurate
U Ugly is worn and beyond mending or rebinding
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Superseded by a truly NEW edition or by a much better book

Trivial is of no discernible literary or scientific value
Your collection has no use for this material, irrelevant to the needs of your clientele)
Irrelevant - unrelated to the needs and interests of the librarys patrons)
Elsewhere it is easily obtainable from another library)

Disposal:
Display weeded items for staff to browse and select for classroom use for a 1-2 week
time period
All weeded items not selected by teaching staff should be packed up and donated

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Requests for Reconsideration of Library Materials

The process for requests for reconsideration of materials is listed below. If you have any
questions about this process or need assistance please contact the library media specialist.
Step 1: Complainant will contact library media center personnel with oral complaint. Complaint
maybe resolved at this level.
Step 2: If the complaint is not resolved between the complainant and library media center
personnel, the library media specialist will bring the complaint to the attention of the building
principal who shall schedule a meeting between the parties to discuss the matter.
Step 3: If the complaint is not resolved during this meeting, the principal shall provide the
complainant with a Request for Reconsideration of Library Materials form located in this
manual. A copy of the item under consideration may be given to the concerned party for review.
The item must be returned and the borrower will be billed for replacement cost if the item is not
returned. If the complainant does not meet the recommended time limits, he/she waives his/her
right to move the complaint to the next level.
Step 4: The complainant should return the form to the building principal within 10 working days
after the meeting. Material(s) shall remain in use pending the outcome of the request for
reconsideration process.
Step 5: Within 15 working days of receipt of the form requesting reconsideration of the selection
of the material, the principal will gather a committee to a review the request. The committee
will meet as needed to hear the complaint and reconsider its selection for use in the district.
District Materials Review Committee Membership
There will be a standing committee named to handle requests for reconsideration of library
materials. The principal and library media specialist will facilitate the selection of the standing
district committee with input from various groups to serve two year staggered terms. This
committee will meet only as needed. There may be cases, depending on the level from which the
reconsideration request is being made in which only some members of the committee will be
asked to review a case. The committee may include the following:
Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools and Student Services
District Library Director
Elementary Principal
Middle School Principal
High School Principal
Elementary Library Media Specialist
Middle School Library Media Specialist
High School Library Media Specialist
Elementary Teacher
Middle School Teacher
High School Teacher
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 PTO/PAC representative Elementary

PTO/PAC representative Middle School
PTO/PAC representative High School
Additional community members as needed
Procedure for Reconsideration by the District Materials Review Committee
All members of the committee will receive a copy of the request with any supporting
materials the complainant and the school submits.
All members of the committee will read/view the entire work.
The committee will meet with the complainant who will present his/her concerns about
its selection and use.
The material in question will be reconsidered in light of the districts selection criteria
listed in this policy, reviews from accepted sources, general acceptance of the material as
well as concerns from the complainant.
The committee will determine the process by which it will make a decision on the
selection and use of the material in question.
The committees deliberations will be open.
The committee will make a decision on the selection and use of the material in
questions. The principal and library media specialist will prepare a committee report,
which will be signed by members of the committee.
A letter of notification of the committees decision will be sent to the complainant
within 10 working days of the committees decision. It will include a copy of the
committee report.
A copy of the report will be sent to the principal and library media specialist.
A copy of the report will be on file in the school office for 5 years from date of
resolution.
Appeal of District Committees Decision on Reconsideration of Challenged Materials
If either the individual who initiated a request for reconsideration or the library media specialist
who made the initial material selection chooses to appeal the committees decision to the school
board, a request to do so should be submitted in writing to the school principal within 15 days of
receiving the committees decision. The appeal will be forwarded to the superintendent. The
Superintendent will present the appeal request to the School Board for disposition. The decision
of the Board in matters of selection is final.

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Reconsideration of Materials Form

Prairie Rose Elementary School has delegated the responsibility for selection and evaluation of
library media center resources to the school library media specialist and has established
reconsideration procedures to address concerns about those resources. The complete
Reconsideration of Materials can be found in the Prairie Rose Selection Plan and Suggested
Policies manual. Requirement of completion of this form is outlined in the policy manual. If you
wish to request reconsideration of library resources, please return the completed form to the
Library Media Specialist at Prairie Rose Elementary, 2200 Oahe Bend, Bismarck, ND 58554.
Name _____________________________________________________
Date ______________________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________________
City ______________________________________________________
State _____________________________________________________
Zip ______________________________________________________
Phone ____________________________________________________
Email Address ______________________________________________
Do you represent self? ____ Organization? ____

1. Resource on which you are commenting:

____ Book ____ Textbook ____ Video ____ Display ____ Magazine ____
Library Program____ Audio Recording ____ Newspaper ____
Electronic information/network (please specify) ______________________________
Other __________________________
Title ___________________________
Author/Producer ___________________________

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2. What brought this resource to your attention?

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3. Have you examined the entire resource?
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4. What concerns you about the resource? (use other side or additional pages if necessary)
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5. Are there resource(s) you suggest to provide additional information and/or other viewpoints
on this topic?
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Collection Promotion
The mission of the Prairie Rose Elementary Library, as part of Bismarck School Library Media
Centers, is to empower students to be enthusiastic readers, critical thinkers, skillful researchers,
and ethical users of information. The goal of the library collection and library services are to
plan activities and services to support this mission and support staff in their classroom activities
and instruction to improve student learning.
The following are activities and services provided by the library to support this mission and goal:

Annual Library Promotion Activities

o September - What Did You Read This Summer bulletin board display
o October Decorate a pumpkin like your favorite book character display
o November Be Thankful for a Good Book Display
o December Staying Warm with a Good Book Display
o January Reading Promotion Month library media specialist plans activities
with other district library media specialists to promote reading and the library
o February I Love Reading display
o March Spring into a Good Book display
o April Flickertail Book Award Promotion and Voting
o May Summer Reading Program Bismarck Public Library provides
information about the summer reading program.

Ongoing Library Activities and Services

o Shelf Talkers Small student-created book reviews that hang on the shelf where
the book is located
o If you like Title of the Book, then read one of these book displays.
o Holiday themed book displays and bulletin boards
o Themed book baskets based on current units of study and student interest
o Viewing book trailers during library checkout time
o Book Talks during library checkout time
o Lunch with the Library Media Specialist
o Weekly information literacy lessons with the library media specialist on using the
OPAC, selecting and finding appropriate books, using databases and the internet
to search for information
o Grade level book clubs
o Library centers during library checkout time. Library centers include activities
for using reference materials, creating a bookmark, writing book reviews, and
activities to display on the monthly themed bulletin board
o Assisting students in obtaining a Bismarck Public Library card

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