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Library Welcome letter 2024 - 2025

Welcome to the Trunnell Library!

Dear Trunnell Families,

Welcome to a new school year at Trunnell!

I’m thrilled to be your child’s librarian again this year! We also welcome back Ms. Cheryl as the library aid.

Your child in grades 1 – 5 will be permitted to bring up to two books home for a period of up to two weeks. K students will keep their books in their classrooms.

For success in reading, students need many opportunities to interact with good books by reading them and by hearing them read aloud both at school and at home. It is for this reason that our school library policy permits students to take their borrowed library books home. We will be discussing the meaning of this responsibility with your child.

I wanted to let you know about your responsibility with regard to our school library circulation policy. We will need your help in making sure that the books are kept in good condition and are returned to the school library on time. Parents will be expected to pay to replace any lost or damaged books.

The following are ways to help your child assume this responsibility:

1. Model careful handling of library books.

2. Help your child find a safe place to keep the books.

3. Help your child remember to return the books on time.

While the books are in your home, we hope you will:

1. Read them aloud to your child.

2. Have your child read to you.

3. Have your child read to a pet or stuffed toy if your child is in K-3rd grade or silently if they are in 4th - 5th grade.

Giving all students access to library resources at school and at home is one way we hope to improve your child’s opportunity for academic success.

Here’s to another great year at Trunnell!

Librarian Rebecca Johnson

New Books

ABCs of Kindness by Samantha Berger; Ekaterina Trukhan (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9781684376513
Publication Date: 2020-02-04
From A to Z, this hardcover storybook shows young children how they can make the world a kinder place. Through vibrant illustrations and age-appropriate language, this 26-page book will encourage kids 2-5 to be their best selves wherever they go. Showcasing a diverse cast of children, the ABCs of Kindness board book demonstrates how kindness makes us strong through everyday acts of kindness, inclusion and generosity--whether it be donating blankets to the animal shelter, helping with chores or standing up for what's right. It's the perfect read-aloud feelings book to spark conversations at home or in the classroom about the concepts of empathy and compassion. The ABCs of Kindness board book features: Durable cardstock pages Approachable, kid-friendly language Thoughtful and fun experiences This kindness book is crafted by childhood experts to promote strong social and emotional skills and build positive associations with reading. For over 75 years, Highlights has inspired children to become Curious, Creative, Caring and Confident individuals. With books of kindness for kids that encourage thinking, creativity and self-expression, Highlights helps kids build essential skills, all while having fun.
DK Super Readers Level 3 Marvel Ant-Man and the Wasp Save the Day! by Julia March
ISBN: 9780744079883
Publication Date: 2023-02-21
Combining DK's four-level reading program with the ever-popular Marvel comics, this book will help kids learn how to read--and learn to love reading Being small doesn't mean you can't make a mighty difference Meet Scott Lang and Janet Van Dyne who team up to form the pocket-sized Avengers: Ant-Man and The Wasp! Learn to read and join in the action as this tiny but unstoppable team takes on their enemies and saves the world! Step into this amazing world in this thrilling Level 3 DK Reader. Exciting images, simple vocabulary, and a fun quiz will engage young Super Hero fans and help them build confidence in reading.

Arctic Fox vs. Snowy Owl by Nathan Sommer
ISBN: 9798886874563
Publication Date: 2023-08-01
Fierce battles take place in the Arctic. Both Arctic foxes and snowy owls are sneaky predators. What would happen if these two were to clash? In this hi-lo title, reluctant readers will learn about each of these animals' secret weapons and attack moves. Profiles of each animal highlight their size, habitat, and range, while other features show off speed, secret weapons, and more. Engaging text and vibrant photos bring this animal battle to life on the page!
Athletes Against War by Elliott Smith
ISBN: 9781663965929
Publication Date: 2022-01-01
Activists take a stand. They speak out and demand change. From legendary boxer Muhammad Ali to baseball star Carlos Delgado, readers discover the pro athletes who have affected change by speaking out against war and its impact on society.

Anne of Green Gables by Brenna Thummler (Illustrator); Mariah Marsden; Kendra Phipps (Editor); Erika Kuster (Editor)
ISBN: 9781449479602
Publication Date: 2017-10-24
The magic of L.M. Montgomery's treasured classic is reimagined in a whimsically-illustrated graphic novel adaptation perfect for newcomers and kindred spirits alike. When Matthew and Marilla Cuthbert decide to adopt an orphan who can help manage their family farm, they have no idea what delightful trouble awaits them. With flame-red hair and an unstoppable imagination, 11-year-old Anne Shirley takes Green Gables by storm. Anne's misadventures bring a little romance to the lives of everyone she meets: her bosom friend, Diana Barry; the town gossip, Mrs. Lynde; and that infuriating tease, Gilbert Blythe. From triumphs and thrills to the depths of despair, Anne turns each everyday moment into something extraordinary. L.M. Montgomery's classic story finds new expression in the whimsical illustrations of this graphic novel. Perfect for newcomers and kindred spirits alike.

Lafayette: by Bruce Mowday; Shay Aubrey Allen (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9781736703755
Publication Date: 2023-04-30
Children's book with original and original illustrations. The book recounts why Lafayette was so revered. Almost 50 years previously, the dashing young Frenchman risked his life - he was shot at the Battle of Brandywine on September 11, 1777 - his considerable personal fortune and the wrath of his King to fight for America's freedom. For 13 months in 1824 and 1825, the United States honored The Marquis de Lafayette. Hundreds of thousands of Americans greeted Lafayette as parades, banquets and reviews were held almost daily.

Henry, Like Always by Jenn Bailey; Mika Song (Illustrator)
ISBN: 9781797213897
Publication Date: 2023-03-21
A Schneider Family Book Award Winner A Theodor Seuss Geisel Honor Book A NPR 2023 Books We Love Pick A School Library Journal Best Book of 2023 A 2023 Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Book A beginning chapter book series based on the award-winning picture book, A Friend for Henry! Henry likes Classroom Ten. He likes how it is always the same. But this week, Henry's class will have a parade, and a parade means having Share Time on the wrong day. A parade means playing instruments that are too loud. A parade means this week is not like always. Join Henry as he navigates the ups and downs of marker missiles, stomach volcanoes, and days that feel a little too orange. From the creators of the Schneider Family Honor-winning picture book A Friend for Henry, this warmly funny book starring a child on the autism spectrum is a reassuring read for school-bound kids of all stripes. GREAT FOR BEGINNING READERS: With short chapters and simple text, this book is perfect for newly independent readers who are just moving into longer books. BACK TO SCHOOL: Familiar school scenarios--from new schedules to making new friends--are portrayed with humor and understanding in this series that will appeal to and reassure any child starting or continuing in school. DIVERSE STORIES: Representing neurodivergent kids is a vital aspect of expanding diverse representation across books for all ages. Henry, Like Always provides a mirror and a window for kids on the autism spectrum and their friends to see themselves in the stories they read. AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM: Jenn Bailey and Mika Song were awarded a Schneider Family Honor Award for their picture book A Friend for Henry. See how the story continues in this classic-feeling early reader series based on the same character! Perfect for: Newly independent readers An excellent resource for parents of kids on the spectrum Librarians, teachers, and booksellers looking for a children's book that offers a window into the experience of autism A reassuring read for kids with varying levels of social anxiety Gift-givers looking for a sweet and relatable book about friendship

Gale Reources

Gale databases curated for our school! InfoBits covers a broad range of topics and includes images, articles from encyclopedias, magazines, and the news. National Geographic Kids includes topics on science, nature and space with videos and articles.

Librarian

Rebecca Johnson

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