Curriculum Overview (Grades 3-6)

•Types of books in the library and online catalog usage•Fiction and Non-fiction books (organization, differences)•Dewey Decimal System•Reference books (encyclopedia, dictionary, etc.)•Research and note-taking (print and online resources)•Map reading skills•Literary genres (biography, tall tale, myth, etc.)•Book reviews/ book talks•Reading appreciation•Special genre study- poetry, drama•Website analysis (bias, source, quality)

Examples of Inquiry and Problem Solving

•In depth study of countries with 3rd grade- using online and print resources.•Creating book reviews and presenting in a variety of formats, including podcasts and videos•Literature study - interpreting various genres including historical fiction, fairy tales, and fantasy and applying to real-life settings.

Examples of Inquiry and Problem Solving cnt.

•Resource assessment- determining appropriate resources for authentic learning.•Creation of book trailers with 6th grade class- incorporating literary analysis with technology skills. •Scavenger hunts- using library skills in a real-world setting.•Research using databases and print resources- includes inquiry, note-taking, bibliography.

Core Curriculum Integration (Examples)

•Literary genre study- ELA•Poetry study- ELA•Country research- ELA, Social Studies, Science•Book review podcasts- ELA, Technology•Data analysis (charting results)- Math•Database usage- ELA, Technology•Animal research- ELA, Technology, Science•Drama study- ELA•Book trailers- ELA, Technology, Art, Music•Book posters- ELA, Art•Reference books- ELA, Science, Social Studies

Projects and Special Events

Get Caught Reading Month

Literary Genre Study

Animal Research National

Poetry Month