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. 

TIME ALLOCATION 

• 2 periods per cycle 

TOPICS INCLUDE 

• Library resources and organisation  
• Text types and their structure 
• eBooks and audio books 
• Library online Catalogue 
• Basic research skills – accessing online databases. 

REQUIREMENTS 

• 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