Kindergarten Library Continued Snapshot of February through June Students began to develop competence, curiosity, connection, and confidence in the library. They practiced many beginning research skills — how to access prior knowledge, brainstorm, use multiple sources, generate notes orally, choose subjects of interest, and share information. Kindergarteners experienced the power of literature to nurture understanding and develop knowledge. Moving through many parts of the library collection, students considered the role of authors and illustrators, different genres (picture stories; folktales; nonfiction, especially biographies; and beginning chapter books). Students also learned to make satisfying book selections. In follow-up activities, kindergartners utilized information and ideas to make meaningful connections. Finally, students reflected on their favorite library activities and their favorite book of the year. They were encouraged to practice self-direction; show respect for people, space and materials; and contribute to the class community. Units and Activities: • Nobel Peace Prize Winners (Wangari Matthai, Martin Luther King, and Nelson Mandela) • Women in Natural Science (Jane Goodall) • Stories Similar and Different • Differences between Fiction and Nonfiction • Lost Teeth/Data Collection • Kindergarten Recap/Memories and Favorite Book Reflection
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