Library News

 

The Randolph Caldecott medal annually is awarded to the most distinguished American picture book for children. The 2023 Caldecott medal winner is Hot Dog written and illustrated by Doug Salati. An honor winner is Knight Owl  written and illustrated by Christopher Denise.

Tanner students voted on a Mock Caldecott award and the top three are:

1. Pigeon and Cat by Edward Hemingway
2. Knight Owl by Christopher Denise
3. Hot Dog by Doug Salati

First grade students experienced coding with the Beebots. The Beebots introduce children to coding and robotics through exploration-based play.  With a partner they coded the bee to navigate to their favorite "Caldecott" book without running over another book. They used problem solving and cooperation skills.

The next Library Skills rotation will have students learning about the Golden Archer award and voting for their favorite book. This award is a Wisconsin Student Choice Award where the books are nominated by students and voted on by students.

Click on the medal above to see and listen to the nominated books.

The library will be sharing some "Book Love" for Valentine's Day. Look for your delivery of a Valentine's Day themed book in a book bag.  After sharing the book with your class please return it in the bag.

Another digital StickTogether was completed. If you want to use digital StickTogethers with your class ask Mrs. Sager how to get free ones. They can be used to inspire collaboration, to work on fine motor skills,  to practice relaxation and mindfulness, or as a brain break. It could also be used with colleagues as an ice breaker to start a meeting.

If you want to read about the benefits of using StickTogether from a psychological perspective click here.