In order for second grade students to solve this breakout they must understand how to use the William O. Schaefer On Line Public Access Library System (OPALS). Students will work in six groups. Each group will be given an envelop containing their special breakout clues. Students must understand how the books in the library are organized. Fiction… Read More Library Orientation Breakout
The first challenge of the 2017-2018 school year is the “Out of the Box” Challenge! Students in grades 1-5 are encouraged to participate and use problem solving skills and creativity to design and create a unique masterpiece. Making with cardboard doesn’t come with a set of step-by-step instructions about what and how to make. Use… Read More “Out of the Box” Cardboard Challenge
Success in school does not only focus on academics but also character development. International Dot Day, which is September 15ish, is the perfect time to come together as a community, spark creativity and collaboration. I signed William O. Schaefer up as a participating school! Let’s take time to “connect the dots” and have an awesome… Read More #DotDay
This week in library we will welcome the kindergarten students to the library with one of everyone’s favorite Dr. Seuss story, The Cat In the Hat! Students will be challenged as a group to stack the cat’s hat with just cups and paper! STEM is a huge part of our world at William O. Schaefer… Read More The Cat In the Hat
Patriot Day falls on September 11th and is also commonly known as “Nine-Eleven”. On this day we remember those who were injured or died during the terrorist attacks on the United States of America on September 11, 2001. Many brave men and women from the emergency services risked their lives to try to help rescue… Read More September 11th: Patriot Day
In order to learn and have fun together, each scheduled library lesson will begin with a meeting on the rug. During the meeting, students will learn the goals, skills, concepts and ideas of the lesson and what is expected of them. Our first meeting together will focus on mindset. Of the many positive character traits… Read More Parachute
Set SAIL for a Respectful Year! Be respectful! Overview: Respect is demonstrating courteous behavior, being polite, gracious, well-mannered and considerate around others. Books: Are You Respectful Today by Kris Yankee and Marian Nelson Please Say Please by Margery Cuyler How to Be a Friend by… Read More Set SAIL for a Respectful Year!