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Library

“Libraries allow children to ask questions about the world and find the answers. And the wonderful thing is that once a child learns to use a library, the doors to learning are always open.” Laura Bush

Overview

Students develop an understanding that God has placed a special importance on His people being able to read. They begin to appreciate the importance of reading, listening and understanding and being discerning in what they read. Skills and knowledge in understanding the different categories of books are developed. Students are given opportunities to access eBooks and use the online catalogue.

Topics Include

  • Library resources and organisation
  • Text types and their structure
  • Author study
  • eBooks and audio books
  • Library online Catalogue 

Subject Length

  • 2 periods per cycle

Prerequisites

  • Booklist items

Assessment

  • Class Activities
  • Unit Assessments
  • Observations

“Getting wisdom is the wisest thing you can do and whatever else you do, develop good judgement.” Proverbs 4:7 NLT