The Black Hawk Library is a special place we share with everyone in the school community. Given that we all share this space, we have some common expectations to ensure that everyone enjoys their time in the library and the adjacent learning center can continue to educate students as well.
Walking Feet
We use walking feet to keep everyone safe.
There is no reason to run in the library, even if you are excited to go check
out or go to your table to begin work, or if you want to be first in line.
Everything in its place
The library is a big place with lots of
books and equipment and materials. We must put things back exactly where we
find them. That is why we use shelf markers, so that we will know where to put
a book back if we decide we don’t want a book. Put the shelf marker in the
shelf and take out the book that is touching the shelf marker. While you have
the book in your hands, the shelf marker needs to stay in the shelf. Read the
blurb on the back of the book or on the inside of the book jacket, and then
open it up! Read the first page to see if you can read the words, or check out
the pictures to see if the book looks interesting to you. If you want the book,
take the shelf marker out of the shelf.
Other ways we follow this rule includes
swiping out on the iPad, putting pencils, erasers, scissors, or crayons/markers
back where you got them from. And leaving our work right there on the table
where we found it. Unless Mrs. Sutliff has a special routine for collecting
something, please leave it on the table. Thank you!
Safety First
Be Safe is a school rule! We must keep
ourselves and others safe. That means sitting in chairs properly and asking for
help if you can’t reach something rather than climbing on furniture. We also
need to be safe with our school supplies. Things like scissors and rulers are
tools, not toys, and we must use them for their designed purpose safely.
Smile and Say Thank You at Check Out!
Mrs. Kenney works really hard to keep the
library nice and tidy. Smile and say thank you at check out and show her how
excited you are to read your books!
Help others if you can
If you know what to do, or how to find
something, be helpful and show your classmates! They would appreciate it!
Ask if you need help
If you don’t know what to do and need help,
please ask. We only have so much time in the library. It’s best to ask right
away instead of wasting time if you don’t know what to do!
Respectful and Responsible
Be Respectful is a school rule! We must be respectful in the library. Here are some ways to show respect in the library:
- Listen and Follow Directions.
- Raise your hand and wait to be called on before
speaking.
- Treat school property and others' belongings
with care.
- Be on time for class and if you are tardy, come
in quietly and join the class nicely.
- Respect others' personal space.
- Be inclusive and kind to all classmates,
regardless of differences.
- Respect diverse opinions and cultures.
- Use technology carefully and properly.
- Resolve conflicts peacefully through discussion,
the Time Machine, or by seeking help from adults.
Be Responsible is a
school rule! We must be responsible in the library too. Here are some ways to
be responsible.
- Return borrowed library books on time.
- Pay attention during lessons.
- Participate actively and positively in library
discussions and activities.
- Complete assignments during work time.
- Learn from mistakes.
- Take initiative in group projects and
contribute fairly.
- Take responsibility for your own learning.
- Use technology responsibly and follow digital
citizenship guidelines.
- Make up missed work when absent.
- Be honest in your academic work and avoid
plagiarism.
- Manage your emotions and behavior appropriately.
Enjoy Yourself
The library is a place for fun and creativity.
We do fun educational activities in the library. By demonstrating these behaviors, students contribute to a positive
learning environment and prepare themselves for future success. As long as you make positive choices, you will enjoy yourself in the
library!
Consequences
If you make poor choices and break the
rules, you will always get a nice reminder, because there are a lot of rules,
and it can be hard to remember them all. If the reminder doesn’t help you, there
will be either natural or logical consequences. Some possible consequences
include:
·
Move to a new seat where you
can focus better
·
Practice the rug rules during
work time
·
Write an apology note or think
sheet during your recess
If poor choices become bad habits, the
choices will be documented with a write up office referral.
Noise Level
Mrs. Sutliff will use technology tools to
ensure that our students’ voice level and noise levels are kept at a reasonable
low level. She uses an app called Too Noisy to help students manage their noise
levels. The pro version of the app awards a star to the class for a given amount of minutes in
which the class stays respectfully quiet. If the class earns ten stars, Mrs.
Sutliff often chooses a fun but quiet activity students can do as a class
reward. If students are too noisy, the iPad can hear, and the screen will ‘crack’
and the class will lose a star. If the class loses three stars, Mrs. Sutliff
always brings the students back to the rug for a discussion on the noise level
and the purpose for using Too Noisy. Mainly we use the app so the adjacent learning
center can continue to educate students without distracting background noise.
We are also close to the office and want to stay quiet so the office staff and
principal can continue to work without getting distracted by us.
Class Dojo Points!
Mrs. Sutliff is a co-teacher on all the teacher’s
Class Dojos. This means she can give points to students to recognize their
positive choices! To encourage everyone to follow the We Share Library rules,
Mrs. Sutliff selects everyone in the class, so that everyone is able to earn a
point. If anyone breaks a rule, Mrs. Sutliff will simply unselect that student
and give everyone who DID follow the rules a point. She gives points during the
read aloud, during the lesson, during work time and lining up. That’s four
chances for you all to earn a point! Make positive choices and earn points. Points
can be spent in the library, and each class can brainstorm a list of ways to
spend their points.
Call and Response
Mrs. Sutliff uses library themed call and
response in the library before giving directions. She will use a different call
and response week by week to keep you on your toes, so pay attention. Some
examples are:
Mrs. Sutliff: Cat!
Students: In the hat!
Mrs. Sutliff: Elephant!
Students: And piggy!
Mrs. Sutliff: The Very Hungry…
Students: Caterpillar!
The purpose of the call and response is to
get everyone’s attention easily and quiet the class down so Mrs. Sutliff can
give directions. Ignoring the signal is frustrating, so please participate in
the call back politely. No shouting, thank you!
Let's all Contribute!
In conclusion, our library rules, represented by the acronym WE SHARE, are designed to create a welcoming and efficient environment for everyone. By using Walking Feet, keeping Everything in its place, prioritizing Safety First, Smiling and saying thank you at check out, Helping others if you can, Asking if you need help, being Respectful and Responsible, and ultimately Enjoying yourself, we can ensure that our library remains a pleasant and productive space for all. Let's all contribute to making our library a magical place of learning and discovery!
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