Frequently Asked Questions
What will my child learn when she/he comes to the library?
Library time isn't story time anymore! Though instilling a love of reading is an important part of the school library's mission, your child will do a lot more than just check out books during their media special. Throughout the year, students will engage in lessons and research projects that integrate the Information and Technology Essential Standards with the State Curriculum Standards. Even our Kindergartners do research when they come to the library! Students at all grade levels will learn to:
How do you teach research?
Wake County adopted a county-wide research process called eWISE. It is an acronym that describes the research process (Wonder, Investigate, Synthesize, and Express–with the small “e” at the front standing for “evaluate”, which happens throughout the process). We stress the idea that research is a cyclical process rather than a linear one.
Students will practice using this process whenever we work on research in the library. They will also use this model in their classroom. Ms. Kodack balances students' opportunity to research topics that are of personal interest to them with time to research topics related to what students are studying in their classroom (typically Science and Social Studies topics are integrated with research in the library).
How will I know if my child has an overdue library book?
Ms. Kodack will send out formal notices for overdue library books at interim and report card time. Otherwise, you can note whether or not your child is bringing home new library books. Kindergarten and 1st grade students will always check out books during their library special. If they come home without a new book on their library day, then their book was not returned to the library. Older students monitor their own library accounts and should be able to let you know if they have books overdue.
What happens if my child loses a library book?
We ask families to pay replacement costs for any books that have been lost. However, before sending in payment for a book you believe to be lost, make sure you look in some of these common places for lost library books to hide:
Can I volunteer in the library?
Unfortunately during Covid we are not allowed to have volunteers in the library. However, when we resume Ms. Kodack welcomes parents to come in and help shelve books. You must be a registered volunteer to assist in the library.
Library time isn't story time anymore! Though instilling a love of reading is an important part of the school library's mission, your child will do a lot more than just check out books during their media special. Throughout the year, students will engage in lessons and research projects that integrate the Information and Technology Essential Standards with the State Curriculum Standards. Even our Kindergartners do research when they come to the library! Students at all grade levels will learn to:
- Use relevant, reliable, and appropriate resources to search for information;
- Compare information across multiple resources;
- Use technology to collaborate, take notes, and present information;
- Use information and technology responsibly, including citing resources and practicing digital citizenship.
How do you teach research?
Wake County adopted a county-wide research process called eWISE. It is an acronym that describes the research process (Wonder, Investigate, Synthesize, and Express–with the small “e” at the front standing for “evaluate”, which happens throughout the process). We stress the idea that research is a cyclical process rather than a linear one.
Students will practice using this process whenever we work on research in the library. They will also use this model in their classroom. Ms. Kodack balances students' opportunity to research topics that are of personal interest to them with time to research topics related to what students are studying in their classroom (typically Science and Social Studies topics are integrated with research in the library).
How will I know if my child has an overdue library book?
Ms. Kodack will send out formal notices for overdue library books at interim and report card time. Otherwise, you can note whether or not your child is bringing home new library books. Kindergarten and 1st grade students will always check out books during their library special. If they come home without a new book on their library day, then their book was not returned to the library. Older students monitor their own library accounts and should be able to let you know if they have books overdue.
What happens if my child loses a library book?
We ask families to pay replacement costs for any books that have been lost. However, before sending in payment for a book you believe to be lost, make sure you look in some of these common places for lost library books to hide:
- Your child's bookshelf at home;
- Your child's backpack, desk, or classroom cubby;
- Under beds and in closets;
- Your car.
Can I volunteer in the library?
Unfortunately during Covid we are not allowed to have volunteers in the library. However, when we resume Ms. Kodack welcomes parents to come in and help shelve books. You must be a registered volunteer to assist in the library.
Additional parent resources
Notable Children's Digital Media-- This website is maintained by the American Library Association. Digital resources are sorted alphabetically with age recommendations, platform availability, and a simple explanation of each.
Common Sense Media--Common sense media is an organization that is dedicated to providing information families need to make informed decisions in a world driven by media and technology. You can read reviews of movies, books, video games, and other media, as well as articles about issues related to children and media. It's a great way to stay information about what your children are watching and reading.
Graphite-- Graphite is a free service of Common Sense Media that provides reviews of the best apps and websites for learning. You can search by grade, subject area, and format.
Common Sense Media--Common sense media is an organization that is dedicated to providing information families need to make informed decisions in a world driven by media and technology. You can read reviews of movies, books, video games, and other media, as well as articles about issues related to children and media. It's a great way to stay information about what your children are watching and reading.
Graphite-- Graphite is a free service of Common Sense Media that provides reviews of the best apps and websites for learning. You can search by grade, subject area, and format.