Cross Stage ES1/S1
At MOPS, this stage is for Kindergarten and Year 1 students. Students in Kindergarten are being introduced to the school library for the first time, whereas Year 1 students are consolidating their skills. Many of the early lessons involve getting the students used to regular procedures. Every time that the students visit the library, they will be read to. They will also view stories via the interactive whiteboard.
Kindergarten and Year 1 students are able to borrow up to 2 books and choose these books from specific sections in the library. The teacher-librarian assists in this choice, always aiming to ensure that the books chosen are at an appropriate level. As a general rule, it is expected these books will be shared with the student at home, rather than the student attempting to read them independently. Students can change their books every week. A library bag is required for this purpose. If a student has exceeded their maximum borrowing limit, has severely overdue books, or has not brought a library bag, they will not be able to borrow.
Students will also complete a literacy activity in the library. This is based around a particular book, which is linked to the COGS unit of study within the classroom. The completed worksheets are kept in a library folder and sent home periodically.
Kindergarten and Year 1 students are able to borrow up to 2 books and choose these books from specific sections in the library. The teacher-librarian assists in this choice, always aiming to ensure that the books chosen are at an appropriate level. As a general rule, it is expected these books will be shared with the student at home, rather than the student attempting to read them independently. Students can change their books every week. A library bag is required for this purpose. If a student has exceeded their maximum borrowing limit, has severely overdue books, or has not brought a library bag, they will not be able to borrow.
Students will also complete a literacy activity in the library. This is based around a particular book, which is linked to the COGS unit of study within the classroom. The completed worksheets are kept in a library folder and sent home periodically.