Hit: Library Packets
This is a copy of all the information that I received from librarians and
from looking at the archives.
Hope some of it helps those that requested copies of what was sent to me.
Thanks everyone for all your help and information that you sent to me.
Diane Gallivan
Krisle Elementary
Library Media Specialist
dgallivan@k12tn.net
Archives:
--Talk to teachers, get to know the curriculum, learn the collection. The
rest will come.--Read lots of books. Kids will ask for recommendations and
you will need to be prepared. Read new stuff, old stuff, fiction,
nonfiction, whatever.
Take notes for future book talks.
--I think you should purchase the following item. Hopefully you will have
access to the budget during the summer so you can spend school money. But
if not - buy this book yourself. It is expensive - but you will not
regret it. The title is:
Power Tools Recharged: 125+ Essential Forms and Presentations for your
School Library Information Program by Joyce Kasman Valenza. The link to
amazon is:
http://www.amazon
com/exec/obidos/tg/detail/0838908802/ref=pd_bxgy_text_1/102-9854547-2540960?v
glance&s=books&st=*
It provides you with a wealth of forms for every possible aspect of your
job, plus many assignments about all aspects of research. It comes with
a CD, so that everything in it can be saved and customized for your own
library. It is the most practical tool you can have. I use something
from this book at least twice a week.
I suggest that you set up a system of organization as well. Chances are
your school will never get evaluated that way, but with all of the things
that get thrown at us, it's good to be able to lay your hands on things
when you need them. I have a notebook of all repairs
(computers, televisions, etc.). A notebook of all purchases from school
based funds, a notebook for fundraising, etc.
review for a 9th grader.
--Check out GraceAnneDeCandido's Ten Graces of a New Librarian at
http://www.well.com/user/ladyhawk/albany.html
--Look at your school calendar & try to plan out your decorations &
activities for the school year. What books you will feature when etc. Look
at your school's curriculum if you can & as soon as you can look at the
resources your library has.
--Keep a running list of items you want to purchase so when it comes time
to do your budget you will have a start. Check out titlewave.com (Folletts
online free book ordering---you can get lots of info here even if you
don't order from them. We like them a lot---good MARC records, high fill
rate & sturdy books at a reasonable price.)
--Make friends with the school secretary & the cleaning staff.
--Read all the Caldecott and Newbery's from this year and last. Did that?
Read some of Judy Freeman's must reads too. Going on road trip? Listen
to Books on tape/cd Visit your library frequently over the summer...even
just for brief moments to get used to the place and meet teachers and
parents who may happen to be there when everyone is more relaxed.
--visit your new library several times to sort mail, because the catalogs,
renewal forms, and junk mail really pile up. You can also familiarize
yourself with the physical layout and the arrangement of the collection,
and start thinking about how you will schedule weeding, inventory, etc.
--If the previous librarian ordered books already, start checking off the
items and processing the purchase orders. If the previous librarian
DIDN'T order anything, start reading reviews and making yourself a folder
(online or otherwise) of possible purchases. I build possible purchase
lists online at www.flr.follett.com, with names like: "Definite purchase,"
"Primary Science" and " Biography project."
--it takes a good year to become really familiar with your collection.
But right now, start a new list that you'll add to every time you notice a
"gap" in your collection. Funny, you'll say to yourself, my 5th graders
are supposed to study the Civil War and I have no books on that
topic...That way, you have a jumpstart on new book orders at the end of
the year.
--introduce yourself to the two most important people in any school:
the school secretary and the head custodian.
--Practice saying to yourself, "I will eat with my colleagues today. I
will not have lunch at my desk again. I will eat with my colleagues
today, I will NOT have lunch at my desk again!"
--Enjoy, enjoy, enjoy the sensation of having chosen a truly wonderful
profession.
--See if this helps: http://aliceinfo.squarespace.com/ysgd-new-job/
It's my guide for librarians about to start a new profession
One idea that I'm planning to do for Back To School Night is to have the
public library set-up a table to have parents fill out information to get
a public library card for their children. This would be great PR and the
children would appreciate it too. Just an idea!
Network: No matter how nice and how welcoming your new collegues are they
do not understand your job. As a newbie you will have plenty of specific
questions that only another librarian will be able to help you with. Don't
hesitate to go to professional meetings, either in your district or at the
state level.
Actively seek out mentors -- experienced librarians who are willing to
provide 'been there, done that' advice. Mentors don't have to be local --
just willing to listen objectively (even online) and offer seasoned
suggestions.
Request site visits to/from other librarians.
Learn how to use any library automation systems before school starts. =
Know
how to check stuff in/out, look up titles, add and edit patrons. Once the
kids are there you won't have time to figure things out.
Find out what the log-in passwords are, where the instruction manuals are,
how to order supplies (new toner cartridges, etc.), and where the supplies
are kept.
Get to know the principal and the technology manager/coordinator.
Get a copy of your school's curriculum and read it. Look for ways to =
offer
library 'connections' to the classroom teachers.
Decorate: do something to make the library look noticeably different/better=
than it did before.
Have a 'get to know you' breakfast for the faculty during the first week =
of school. Provide donuts/muffins and/or make a breakfast casserole. A
tray
of fruit is great too. This definitely gets you started on the right =
foot. Be sure to have lots of new books sitting out that will look
interesting =
to teachers, but don't talk business... just socialize.
Don't change things right away. Talk to teachers and administrators and
even students to find out how and why certain procedures have been
established. Then gradually introduce changes that will make your and
their lives better and easier. Be aware that some changes may not be
possible until you've built your program and trust. If the change =
involves
operational logistics, be prepared for solid reasons for making the =
change.
Mail: You will get tons of it -- mostly trying to sell you stuff. Stand
next to the trash can or recycling bin as you go through the mail, and
discard as much as possible.
Paperwork: Keep expandable files or plastic bins on your desk for four
categories of paperwork: Schedules (meetings, calendars, due dates, =
etc.),
Orders (budget info, possible purchases, etc.), Lesson Planning, Research
Projects/Requests. You can further organize into subtopics, using file
folders.
Create a "remember to report" form to keep with your day book. Suggested
headings: special activities, units taught, meetings attended, problems,
need to buy. You can then use these forms to quickly note items to =
include in your monthly and end-of-year reports.
Written Goals & Vision: Take the time each month to review your goals
Discipline: never threaten students with an action you cannot carry out. =
If you say you are going to do something, don't back down.
COLLABORATION: After getting to know your library-using teachers, approach
one or two about collaborating on a classroom/library project
Julie Stephens
LMS CAlhoun ELementary
Calhoun, GA
I always give my teachers a Wish List form or Suggested Ideas for Materials
form
Always take a positive and/or humorous attitude when
relating to your administrators. They deal with problems
that the teachers and librarians can't even imagine! They
really don't need to hear you griping about something trivial.
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4. Packets for new teachers - some things included were: handbooks,
flyers, forms, bookmarks, newsletters, information about the public
library, bookmarks, snacks (candy or microwave popcorn), calendars,
notepads, examples of bibliographic format used in the school, etc.
5. Giving out "freebies" - paperbacks for classroom libraries, supplies
for bulletin boards, pictures for the classroom,
11. Keeping emergency supplies in the library office - -aspirin,
crackers, cookies, tea bags,an extension cord...
Thanks for all the great responses.
Nancy
Dr. Nancy Everhart - Assistant Professor
St. John's University - Division of Library and Information Science
8000 Utopia Parkway, Jamaica, NY 11439
E-Mails
From: Rebecca Rhodes
Date: 07/25/06 10:11:50
To: diane g
Subject: Re: GEN: Library Packets
Diane
Welcome to the world of librarianship. It is a wonderful place to be.
However, just
like all jobs, if it was not for the few bad days, you would not know when
you were
having one of your many a great days. You have picked a wonderful and
exciting
profession.
A few weeks ago, a librarian posted this web site. I think it would be a
good site for you
visit. http://www.sldirectory.com/
Diane,
> I don't have any ideas for you, but I do want to make sure you know about
> the TASL web page and the conference scheduled for November. You will
> enjoy it so much and you can meet new friends and learn so much. I am the
> program chair for the conference, and I think it is shaping up to be a
> good one. It will be Nov. 2-4 in Chattanooga. Hope to see you there! And
> have a good year. It is a great profession! (BTW, Trevecca, MTSU, or ???)
> http://www.discoveret.org/tasl/
>
> Nancy Dickinson, Program Chair
> TASL
> Librarian, Hillsboro Elem. School
> Hillsboro, TN 37342 (near Manchester)
I've attached a copy of a Teacher Resource List that I made for each teacher
at our school a few years ago. I used a binding machine to put plastic
binders on them, and I used cardstock for the front and back covers to make
this more durable. There are some forms on pages 28-29 that you may want
to consider using for you library packet.
Melissa Moak, Librarian
McComb, Mississippi 39648
wholovesbooks@yahoo.com (work)
2rebels@bellsouth.net (home)
RESOURCE LIST
OTKEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LIBRARY
2003-2004
ITEMPAGE #
ACCELERATED READER6, 28
BIG BOOKS7-11
BIOGRAPHY READ-ALONGS11
CASSETTES & CDs12
CHECK-OUT LIMITS/PROCEDURES3, 4
CLASSROOM SETS OF PAPERBACKS7,8,10,11
DONATIONS TO LIBRARY6
ELLISON LETTER MAKERS & DIES16
EQUIPMENT27
FORMS28, 29
ITV PROGRAMS & RECORDING5
LAMINATING5
LIBRARY LAYOUT2
LIBRARY SERVICES5, 6
LONG-TERM CHECK-OUT3
MAGAZINES17
MISCELLANEOUS RESOURCES27
PAPERBACK BOOKS13, 14
POSTERS9
PUPPETS & STUFFED ANIMALS18
READ-A-LONG BOOKS & CASSETTES7,8, 10-12
READING RAINBOW VIDEO LIST39-44
REFERENCE SECTION27
STORYTELLNG KITS7, 15
TEACHER RESOURCES19-27
THEME PACKETS15
THEMATIC KITS18
VIDEO LIST30-38
VIRUS SCAN FOR FLOPPY DISKS5
FROM: MELISSA MOAK & LYNNE MOFFETT
OTKEN LIBRARY
DATE: AUGUST 6, 2003
WELCOME BACK! WE JUST WANTED TO WELCOME EVERYONE
BACK TO SCHOOL AND TO GIVE YOU A QUICK LIBRARY UPDATE.
HERE ARE A FEW THINGS YOU MAY WANT TO MAKE NOTE OF:
WE ARE LAMINATING TUESDAYS 1:30 – 2:15 AND THURSDAYS
12:30 – 2:00. WE ALSO WILL LAMINATE THE DAY BEFORE AND
THE DAY OF MAJOR HOLIDAYS.
WE HAVE A NEW MAGAZINE CHECK-OUT PROCEDURE THIS YEAR. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO
SIGN IN/SIGN OUT MAGAZINES ANY MORE. WE WILL PUT EACH MAGAZINE IN AN
ENVELOPE & SCAN IT SO IT WILL BE CHECKED OUT IN THE COMPUTER.
PLEASE DON’T FORGET ABOUT OPEN BOOK CHECK-OUT TIMES DAILY FOR ALL GRADES:
7:45 – 8:15 AND 2:00 – 3:15. YOU CAN SEND UP TO 4 STUDENTS AT A TIME TO
EXCHANGE THEIR LIBRARY BOOKS.
NEW LIBRARY HOURS THIS YEAR ARE 7:00 TO 3:30, SO ALL OF YOU EARLY BIRDS CAN
VISIT THE LIBRARY IN THE MORNINGS.
1ST & 2ND GRADE LIBRARY CLASSES WILL BEGIN MONDAY, AUGUST 11, 2003. SECOND
GRADERS WILL BEGIN CHECKING OUT BOOKS AUGUST 25TH AND FIRST GRADERS WILL
BEGIN SEPTEMBER 2ND . SECOND GRADE CLASSES** WILL BE COMING TO THE LIBRARY
EVERY OTHER WEEK THIS YEAR.
**PLEASE SEE THE CALENDAR ATTACHED FOR YOUR LIBRARY DAYS.
KINDERGARTEN WILL BEGIN LIBRARY CLASSES MONDAY, AUGUST 18TH.
THEY WILL BEGIN CHECKING OUT BOOKS DURING 2ND NINE WEEKS.
ACCELERATED READER WILL BEGIN SOMETIME IN SEPTEMBER. I WILL SEND YOU A NOTE
ON THAT LATER.
WE FINALLY FINISHED YOUR LIBRARY RESOURCE GUIDES. YOU SHOULD HAVE RECEIVED
YOUR COPY IN THE CAFETERIA AUGUST 1ST (WITH YOUR BACK-TO-SCHOOL GOODIES).
I HOPE THESE GUIDES WILL BE HELPFUL TO YOU IN PREPARING YOUR LESSON PLANS &
OTHER ACTIVITIES FOR YOUR ROOM. I WOULD APPRECIATE ANY FEEDBACK ON THE
GUIDES!
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SERVING YOU IN THE LIBRARY THIS YEAR!
LET US KNOW IF THERE IS ANY WAY WE CAN HELP YOU.
I include:
the teacher's library number
a welcome newsletter with general info about the library
a list of our magazines and newspapers
a description of our online databases and how to access
a collaboration sheet
Janelle Judy Langford
Teacher Librarian
Bluestone Middle School
Skipwith, VA
jlangford@meck.k12.va.us
Here is a list of things you might want to include in
your packet. I am also sending you a website to
download and redo to fit your school.
Newsletter which includes upcoming events checkout
procedures, author birthdays, etc...
Collaboration Form
Cooperative Planning Form
Evaluation of Collaborative Resource Based Teaching
HOT Topics (Skills Planning Sheet)
Instructional Planning Checklist
Why I'm Here Form (Media Purpose)
Media Request Form
Public Library Alert Form
http://www.glc.k12.ga.us/pandp/media/homepg.htm
http://www.glc.k12.ga.us/pandp/
http://www.glc.k12.ga.us/trc/cluster.asp?mode=browse&intPathID=5263
Linda Hamrick, MLS
Library Procedures
Master of student research pass/permission slip to the library
How to do a search on our automation system-Athena step by step
showing how to
access the different collections (e.g. videos, big books). I
thought I would put
together a power point presentation for this.
Click sheet showing steps to set up United Streaming account as well
as username and password to access Gale and Grolier
AR Levels
Judy McMahan (0:
jmac5@hughes.net
The Library Book
Table of Contents
General Information Letter..................................................
............page 1
Library Facts, Library Goals, District Goals................................
.......page 3
Map of Library Media Center.................................................
..........page 4
WCUB Information............................................................
.............page 5
Services and Resources......................................................
.............. page 6
Ellison List................................................................
......................page 7
Accelerated Reader Information..............................................
.........page 8
A.R. Diagnostic Report......................................................
.............page 9
New A.R. Goal Setting-Chart.................................................
.........page 10
A.R. Best Classroom Practices...............................................
..........page 11
A.R. Model Classroom Checklist of Best Practices............................
..page12
Quiz List Interactive.......................................................
............... page 16
FINDS Florida Research Model................................................
........page 17
Dewey Decimal Reference Sheet...............................................
.......page 18
Grolier Online Encyclopedia/School Website..................................
...page 19
Infotrac by Thomson-Gale/District Website...................................
..page 20
Sunlink (Florida Resources /Interlibrary Loans).............................
....page 21
District Media Services & Video Library Access..............................
.. page 22
District Copyright Summary..................................................
..........page 23
District Instructional Materials Information................................
.....page 24
Evaluation of Instructional Materials.......................................
.........page 25
Media Approval Form.........................................................
............page 26
Request for Reconsideration Form............................................
........page 27
Journal and Periodical Subscription List....................................
.........page 28
Sunshine State Young Reader’s Award Program (3rd-5th).....................
page 29
Florida Reading Association Book Awards Program (K-2)...................
page 30
The Reading Pledge..........................................................
...............page 31
Story Map...................................................................
....................page 32
Important Dates 2006-2007...................................................
..........page 33
Keep in mind that most new teachers are already on information overload
> by the time you see them. I've learned that it is much better to be
> brief and tantalizing rather than comprehensive and overwhelming.
> Here's what I do:
> 1. Introduce myself as the 'resourcerer,' and briefly explain:
> a. how to borrow materials from the library, and mention some of the
> new professional materials we have; and
> b. how library 'time' is scheduled.
> c. that I will be scheduling hands-on workshops for the subscription
> databases in the next few weeks -- so watch your mailboxes for library
> announcements.
> 2. I give each new teacher a folder that includes:
> a. "Online Resources for New Teachers" handout.
> b. List of subscription databases with login/password info.
> c. "How to use the library for student success" (what the library can
> do / what the teacher can do guidelines)
> d. 3 library passes,
> e. 1/2 page coupon for special gift from the library. Verso of
> coupon asks for their name, subject/grade level, and special
> interests/needs.
> 3. Then I tell them that I look forward to meeting them individually
> in the next few days, when they stop by to redeem their gift coupon.
> Note: the special gift is a star-shaped box, with a pen on a rope, an
> index card with database info, some rubber-bands, paper-clips, golf
> pencils, Tylenol, throat lozenges, and a coupon for one "help me-I'm
> overwhelmed" advice session.
> Only the teachers who actually make the effort to come in and meet me
> get this gift. Almost all of them do eventually come in, and this gives
> me the opportunity to get to know each one of them on a
> personal/professional level. The ones who don't bother to redeem their
> coupons are
> inevitably those who wouldn't use the library anyway!
> Alice Yucht, Teacher-Librarian
> Heritage Middle School, Livingston NJ
> http://www.hmslibrary.info <http://www.hmslibrary.info/> (school)
from Lisa Hunt: I have used a bright paper copy of a newsletter; an
instruction booklet; workshops for Staff Development points; meetings with
each grade level; breakfast in the library to show off new stuff, etc. I'll
just keep cookies in the library all the time for a few weeks.
My best advice is to think of the things MOST important to you, and communicate
that to your new staff.
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