Monthly Archives: September 2014

Extra Credit Opportunities

Extra Credit Option #1:Research titles of books that have been banned throughout the years.Make a list of titles on the banned books list that you have personally read.  (See my list below for ideas.)Write one paragraph that answers the following … Continue reading

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Reader Response Letters Volunteer Opportunity

Dear Parents,As your students may have already told you, they will be writing me bi-weekly letters detailing their reflections on the books they’re reading.  (See the post titled “Reader Response Prompts” for more information.)  After I receive the letters from … Continue reading

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The “Tree of Imagination”

Dear Parents, As you enter the front doors of Q1, you will notice a large tree just outside of the library.  You may be wondering why I have put together this massive tree.  I call it the “Tree of Imagination”, and it is … Continue reading

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“Make Your Mark” Bookmark Contest

It’s time for a contest!  Mrs. Anderson and I are excited to be promoting this year’s “Make Your Mark” Bookmark Contest.  This is a chance for students to be creative, show off their artistic skills, and possibly win some money … Continue reading

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Library Disclosures

Click on the links below to read some general information regarding policies, procedures, and expectations in the libraries.Q1 Library DisclosureQ2 Library Disclosure

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September Reading Tracker

Students in my classes are asked to read for a minimum of 20 minutes a night five days per week.  This is actually a school-wide requirement at Quest.  As part of my students’ Language Arts grade, they will need to … Continue reading

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