April 3, 2020
Here is another contest by the county library--an essay contest on why the library is a special place for you. Prizes in 3 different age groups will be a gift card. Get more information here.
March 31, 2020
Have you found yourself with lots of time to read lately? Well, the St. Charles County library wants to reward you for reading just 20 minutes a day for the next 4 weeks. All you have to do is record your daily 20 minutes Monday-Friday on a Google Form to be eligible for the weekly drawing of a $50 Amazon gift card. You can even get a second entry by submitting a picture of you reading. The challenge begins this week. Visit this link to get to the entry form and for all the details.
March 27, 2020
Week 2 of social distancing may make you want to get out but can't. I've compiled a Wakelet board of resources to allow you to virtually go to places--the Great Wall, aquariums, museums, even Disney World! Plus there is a Harry Potter digital escape and some fun STEM activities. I hope this will help you with your time at home.
Wakelet board of places to go and fun things to see
March 24, 2020
Wanted to add that Audible is providing FREE audio books while schools are closed. Another great source to take advantage of during this time.
Audible--free audio books
I know many of you love April Henry books. She has put together this activity to get you writing.
April Henry story starters
I'm putting together more fun and interesting things to watch and do but wanted to get these out now.
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March 23, 2020
Remember you have access to all ebooks and audiobooks in the Destiny catalog!. If you are here, then you are halfway there! Go to the Find a Book tab and scroll down to you see ebooks or audiobooks and begin your search. You will need to log in with your normal username and password to actually check it out.
If you are looking for a wider variety of books, use the St. Charles County library. If you or no one in your family has a card, you can apply for a temporary card now using this link
free temporary county library card
Once you get your temporary card number and pin number, you have access to the entire e-library. Go to the elibrary for the ebook and audiobook collection. Try Hoopla for more of both of those as well as comics, movies, and tv shows. Try Kanopy for more movies, and Flipster for magazines. There are many research and resources throughout the website, so I encourage you to apply for that card and use it today!
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March 20, 2020
Dear Parents and Students,
I hope this extra time at home finds you safe, healthy, rested, and perhaps yearning for something to read!
First, I have turned off automated, weekly emails concerning overdue/missing books. All due dates have also been extended. If you get an email for some reason, please ignore it at this time. I do not want anyone to worry about impending fines during this extended time away from school.
Second, I hope you will find some time to finish reading any books you do have checked out. Remember, ebooks can still be accessed from the catalog from the "FInd a Book" tab. And the county library is offering FREE temporary cards for ebook access online! I hope you make reading a part of your day.
Third, I have the link for the 3rd week of March Book Madness below. There are only 4 books left! Let's try to keep probably one of the few March Madness's going!
Next week I will be working on adding a tab of different resources for you including more about the county library free card, learning resources, and fun resources to keep you busy. I hope you will take time to explore these as more and more are coming out that I will continue to update.
Stay healthy and safe. I miss you all! Remember, "Reading gives us some place to go when we have to stay where we are." (Mason Cooley)
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March Book Madness is here! Please click on the link to vote for your favorite book each week and check in the learning commons to see who moves on each week on the wall bracket.
March Book Madness Week 3
March Book Madness Week 2 (closed)
March Book Madness Week 1 voting (closed)
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This year the learning commons is taking on the theme of "We are the Champions!" (celebrating a Blues Stanley Cup win!) by "finding the champion in you!"
There are champions everywhere though, not just in sports, including in each of the students at Hollenbeck. We have a lot of champion books and authors to explore here.
Finally, we have a new library paraprofessional this year--Mrs. Ellison. She will surely be a great addition to the learning commons.
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CONTEST WINNERS
January Challenge: edible book challenge and award nominee book challenge. Stop by the learning commons for more details.
Ugly sweater decorating contest winners: Hope S., Stevie S., Haylee B.
August/September Challenge winners:
Winners are Kathy (Jia) Y. (coloring), Courtney M, and Landon F.
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Sept/Oct. Challenge winners: Valerie G and Rachel H and Jasmine R
Plus, pumpkin decorating winners Sophia J (3rd year in a row!) and Taylor S.
winner Simone Biles!
2nd place STL Cardinals
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The following students have achieved MVP status by reading all Truman nominees: Andrew H., Katelyn H., and Abbie R.
The following students have achieved Hall of Fame status by reading at least 4 nominated books from 1 or more categories: Mallory S., Taylor S., Freya R., Logan U., Caleb C., Auri A., Emily K., Sydney R., Reed A., Luke P., Payton W., Bella S.
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Don't know what to read next? Go here for recommendations for new books based on what you have already read.
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Want to pay a fine online for a late, damaged, or lost book? Go to the "ABOUT the Learning Commons" page for a link.
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St. Charles County Library Connection
Take 20 and Read is a program where you record your reading for 20 minutes each day, turn in your log, and get a chance to win a Kindle Fire.
Discover Hoopla as another source for downloading books, magazines, music, tv shows, and movies. Seven (7) FREE downloads a month.
Do you have a St. Charles County library card? Do you know all that you can get with one? It only takes a few minutes and it's FREE! Head to your nearest branch to borrow a telescope, cake pan, and more.