Notes From a Children's Librarian
Our resident children's librarian columnist chooses books by theme for children of all ages.
Exploring Space: Notes From a Children's Librarian
Reading the books on this list (which complement the Grade 6 Science and Technology Unit) will result in a thirst for all-things-space, as well as a deep …
Notes From a Children's Librarian: Great Biographies
Great biographies for Grades 3 to 6, part of both the Reading and Writing curricula.
Notes from a Children's Librarian: Books on Flight
Great books to complement the Grade 6 Science and Technology Unit.
Notes from a Children's Librarian: Rocks and Minerals
Nonfiction, picture books, and novels that support the Grade 4 curriculum.
Notes From a Children's Librarian: Heritage and Identity
Our Children's Librarian columnist, Julie Booker, brings us a new view from the stacks every month.
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How do family and community traditions change …
Media Literacy for Kindergarten
Our Resident Children's Librarian recommends resources to complement the Media Literacy objective for kindergarten.
Notes From a Children's Librarian: Animal Books
Great nonfiction titles to introduce "Animal Classifications," the Grade 2 science unit.
Notes from a Children's Librarian: On Structures
Great fiction and nonfiction titles to launch the Grade 3 science unit on structures and buildings.
Notes from a Children's Librarian: Books on Citizenship
How do you inspire kids to be good citizens? How do you launch a student’s understanding of rights and responsibilities?
Notes from a Children's Librarian: Books on Respect
Books about respecting differences, community, one's own self, and the earth.
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Notes From a Children's Librarian
Our resident children's librarian columnist chooses books by theme for children of all ages.
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