Curriculum Area: Math / Science / Technology - Elementary Library/Information Skill Learner Outcome Collaborative Lesson Ideas with Library Media Specialist
Standard 1: Analysis, Inquiry, and Design 
  Students will use mathematical analysis, scientific enquiry, and engineering design, as appropriate, to pose questions, seek answers, and develop solutions.
MATHEMATICAL ANALYSIS
MST1.E. MA1A: #2 Know the library rules and procedures. LMS instructs students to monitor the amount of resources (subtracting returns /adding materials borrowed) they can take at each grade level.
Students use special mathematical notation and symbolism to communicate in mathematics and to compare and describe quantities, express relationships and relate mathematics to their immediate environment #3 Know the layout and organization of the library LMS helps students participate in 100 day celebrations, with student book counts per class
#5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS uses counting books for reading aloud  to
#15 Locate books on the shelves by using call                 numbers Primary students.
  LMS instructs all students in the Dewey Decimal System arrangement of books according to their readiness.
MST1 E. MA2A: #3 Know the layout and organization of the library LMS collaborates with classroom teacher to provide additional experiences with picture books that have predictable patterns.
Use simple logical reasoning to develop conclusions, recognizing that patterns and relationships present in the environment assist them in reaching these conclusions #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
#15 Locate books on the shelves by using call                 numbers LMS will assist the Primary students in using alphabetical and numerical order, while searching for books in the library.
#17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects.
  #18 Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and /or series. LMS instruct students in the search methods needed to use the Electronic Catalog.
  #20 Locate and use simple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias  
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources LMS instructs students in the use of print reference sources that use sequential patterns in indexes and guided research.
  #36 Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (print and non-print
MST1 E. MA3A #14 Know that the reference section is in the library LMS will emphasize the similarity of techniques used in finding materials in the school and public libraries.
Explore and solve problems generated from school, home, and community situations, using concrete objects or manipulative materials when possible #15 Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers  
#17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects. LMS provides assistance to classroom teachers and students in the use of on-line and database resources.
  #18 Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and /or series.  
  #20 Locate and use simple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias LMS instructs students in the methods common to searching in print and electronic sources.
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources  
SCIENTIFIC INQUIRY
MST1 E. SI1A   LMS uses trade books, magazines, and newspapers on various topics to extend the learning in the classroom.
Ask “why” questions in attempts to seek greater understanding concerning objects and events they have observed heard about. #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS designs learning experiences that coordinate with topics in the classroom and encourage greater understanding of historical and current events.
#7 Develop retelling skills
#13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
#14 Know that the reference section is in the library LMS guides research by individuals and classes to pursue the “why” questions that arise in classroom discussions.
#15 Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers
#17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects.  
  #20 Locate and use simple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias  
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources  
  #23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet  
  #27 Select appropriate resources for reference information.  
  28 Use primary and secondary information sources  
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information  
MST1 E. SI1B   LMS gathers a wide array of print and electronic resources on topics studied in the classroom.
Question the explanations they hear from others and read about, seeking clarification and comparing them with their own observations and understandings #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Internet  
#23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet LMS extends and refines lessons started in the classroom using additional print, electronic and audio-visual resources.
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources  
#32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print) LMS provides students and teachers access to primary source documents.
  #35 Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project.  
  #36 Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (print and non-print) LMS teaches students how to evaluate the validity of information found in electronic sources
  #38 Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet  
  #44 Use cross references and/or related terms to access additional information  
  #45 Use the electronic catalog to locate materials using keywords, subject headings and Boolean searching.  
MST1 E.C SI 1C #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills  
Develop relationships among observations to construct descriptions of objects and events and to form their own tentative explanations of what they have observed use of what they have observed #7 Develop retelling skills LMS will use literature rich in descriptive language to help students have a better understanding of the objects and events they are investigating
#25-Be able to take simple notes.
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources LMS provides guidance to students to research a topic, event or object, in detail, with the latest resources.
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information
  #32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print) LMS consistently emphasizes the importance of documenting the sources of information.
  #47 Prepare a works cited page using different types of material (Internet, etc.), using a standard District format such as APA or MLA  
MST1 E. SI 2A #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS instructs students and assists teachers in the use of templates (such as graphic organizers, databases, and spread sheets)
Develop written plans for exploring phenomena or for evaluating explanations guided by questions or proposed explanations they have helped formulate #14 Know what the reference section is in the library  
#17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects. LMS seeks published examples of successful formats for exploring phenomena and locates them in convenient place for student and teacher access. (e.g. Web sites in a common folder, Reference sources in a classroom)
#25-Be able to take simple notes.
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources
#29 Be able to paraphrase information
#32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print)  
  #47 Prepare a works cited page using different types of material (Internet, etc.), using a standard District format such as APA or MLA  
MST1 E. SI 2B #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS collaborates with classroom teacher to provide historic examples of work by accomplished adults that have undergone revision and change. (e.g. The changes made to Arthur in Marc Brown’s children’s classic)
Share their research plans with others and revise them based on their suggestions #25-Be able to take simple notes.
  #28 Use primary and secondary information sources LMS models what the sharing and revision looks like, before student implementation.
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information  
    LMS  invites authors to demonstrate to students the many revisions needed before a product is ready for publication
MST1 E. SI 2C #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS provides opportunities for students to use graphs to assess reading patterns and habits.
Carry out their plans for exploring phenomena through direct observation and through the use of simple instruments that permit measurements of quantities #25-Be able to take simple notes.  
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources LMS engages students in a reading program such as Accelerated Reader which measures reading accomplishments and progress with statistical reports
#29 Be able to paraphrase information
  LMS provides displays (e.g.  growing plants, aquariums, terrariums etc.) in a central location, that can be observed and measured by diverse groups of students
MST1 E. SI 3A #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS collaborates with classroom teacher to introduce, review or implement the use of simple charts and tables in electronic or print format.
Organize observations and measurements of objects and events through classification and the preparation of simple charts and tables #25-Be able to take simple notes.  
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources LMS accesses examples of classification and sources of templates for student or teacher use.
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information  
MST1 E. SI 3B #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS arranges for an individual, or class to keep a record of reading choices for a specific time period and submit a chart or narrative of observations.
Interpret organized observations and measurements, recognizing simple patterns, sequences, and relationships #25-Be able to take simple notes.
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources LMS creates various reports available in the automated operating system to measure trends in student and staff borrowing. (e.g. Baseball books were borrowed more during the World Series)
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information
MST1 E. SI 3C #7 Develop retelling skills LMS collaborates with the classroom teacher to have the students present their findings in print, power point, or as a document available to others in a common folder on-line.
Share their findings with others and actively seek their interpretations and ideas #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
#25-Be able to take simple notes. LMS plans for students to interpret findings using a reader’s theater format.
  #28 Use primary and secondary information sources
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information  
MST1 E. SI 3D #7 Develop retelling skills LMS finds examples to share with students of written products, or artwork has undergone revision.
Adjust their explanations and understandings of objects and events based on their new findings and new ideas. #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills  
#25-Be able to take simple notes. LMS assists the classroom teacher in demonstrating the editing and documentation process
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information  
ENGINEERING DESIGN
MST1 E. ED1A #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS collaborates with classroom teacher to plan a unit of study on inventions, culminating in the creation of a model of an original invention for display in the Library Media Center
Describe objects, imaginary or real, that might be modeled or made differently and suggest ways in which objects can be changed, fixed, or improved. #7 Develop retelling skills
#13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books LMS encourages primary students to use their imagination by storytelling with found objects.
#25-Be able to take simple notes.  
#26- Be able to cite sources  
#27 Select appropriate resources for reference information.  
  #28 Use primary and secondary information sources  
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information  
  #31 Prepare a brief works cited page  
  #32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print)  
  #33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information  
MST1 E. ED1B #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS plans a research project focused on the design of specific objects with the classroom teacher who will integrate technology, traditional print resources and personal interviews.
Investigate prior solutions and ideas from books, magazines, family, friends, neighbors, and community members #25-Be able to take simple notes.
#26- Be able to cite sources
#27 Select appropriate resources for reference information.
  #28 Use primary and secondary information sources
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information
  #31 Prepare a brief works cited page
  #32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print)
  #33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information
MST1 E. ED1C #17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects. LMS introduces a graphic organizer to students, instructs them in its use as they plan, evaluate and explain their projects to classmates, or instructor.
Generate ideas for possible solutions, individually and through group activity; apply age-appropriate mathematics and science skills; evaluate the ideas and determine the best solution and explain reasons for the choices #20 Locate and use simple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias  
#21 Identify and use electronic sources LMS collaborates with the classroom teacher to design a timeline to document student progress during their project.
#23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet
  #25-Be able to take simple notes.
  #26- Be able to cite sources
  #27 Select appropriate resources for reference information.  
  #28 Use primary and secondary information sources  
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information  
  #39 Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information  
  #40 Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.  
  databases  
MST1 E. ED1D #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS guides student research to find building plans for individual projects, or visual representations suitable to use as examples.
Plan and build, under supervision, a model of the solution using familiar materials, processes, and hand tools #25-Be able to take simple notes.  
#27 Select appropriate resources for reference information. LMS provides ideas for objects (such as bookends and book shelves) that would be used in the Library Media Center
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources
Standard 2: Information Systems
  Students will access, generate, process, and transfer information using appropriate technologies.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
INFORMATION SYSTEMS    
MST2 E. IS1A #18 Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and /or series. LMS instructs all students (according to their readiness level) to use the Online Public Access Catalog to the collection.
Use a variety of equipment and software packages to enter, process, display, and communicate information in different forms using text, tables pictures, and sound #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Internet
#23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet LMS integrates the use of on-line databases with classroom research initiatives.
32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print)
#33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information LMS collaborates with classroom teachers to have students do Power Point presentations in the Library Media Center, as their final product
  #36 Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (print and non-print)
  #37 Use multimedia software to produce presentations LMS works with classroom teachers to present plays in the Library Media Center based on favorite books or rhymes and using technology for pictures, sound or special effects.
  #38 Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet
  #39 Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information
  #40 Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.  
  #41 Use an electronic catalog to locate and borrow resources through interlibrary loan  
  #46 Use advanced features on electronic databases  
MST2 E. IS1B   LMS assists students in communicating with authors or illustrators by e-mail.
Telecommunicate a message to a distant location with teacher help #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
#6 Recognize the parts of a book LMS oversees student communication by e-mail to pen pals around the world.
  #7 Develop retelling skills
  #9-Know about authors and illustrators. LMS arranges for question and answer exchange about cultural differences between elementary students and a college student studying abroad.
  #11 Recognize award-winning picture books,
  #19-Locate and use the biography section
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources  
  #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Internet  
  #23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet  
MST2 E. IS1C #4-Know how to borrow and care for library materials LMS supervises student use of the internet and teaches specific ways students can evaluate the information found there.
Access needed information from printed media, electronic databases and community resources #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
#14 Know what the reference section is in the library LMS instructs students and staff on the ways of searching specific databases.
  #15 Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers
  #18 Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and /or series. LMS establishes a link with local public libraries and museums to provide students with shared resources, and information.
  #20 Locate and use simple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources LMS invites speakers and arranges for presentations that enhance the curriculum.
  #24 Know that Interlibrary Loan is available and follow appropriate procedures
  #33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information LMS presents students with Virtual Field Trip opportunities via available technology.
MST2 E. IS2A #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS conduct building “tours” with primary students to point out how technology is used throughout the school building.
Describe the uses of information systems in homes, schools, and businesses #3 Know the layout and organization of the library
#5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS selects up-to-date video presentations which show information system use in homes and businesses
    LMS arranges for field trip with students to tour a college or public library or a large bookstore to observe how each depends on an information system.
MST2 E. IS2B #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Internet LMS participates in a  yearly review of the Acceptable Use Policy with students
Understand that computers are used to store personal information #31 Prepare a brief works cited page  
  #35 Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project. LMS integrates the concept of file privacy whenever instruction involves logging in to use a program.
MST2 E.IS2C #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Internet LMS provides evaluation criteria to the assist in the creation of rubrics for evaluating information.
Demonstrate ability to evaluate information #26- Be able to cite sources  
  #28 Use primary and secondary information sources LMS collaborates with the classroom teacher to conduct a "Cyber Sleuth” activity , that requires students to research a curriculum related topic and evaluate the web sites, using a teacher/LMS designed rubric.
  #33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information
  #35 Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project. LMS instructs students in the use of print and electronic reference sources and provides curriculum driven topics for research. 
  #39 Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information
  #40 Analyze and synthesize the information gathered. LMS plans learning experiences that require students to compare and contrast information and the sources they used to obtain it.
  #45 Use the electronic catalog to locate materials using keywords, subject headings and Boolean searching.
  #46 Use advanced features on electronic databases  
MST2 E. IS 3A #18 Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials by title, author, subject, and /or series. LMS surveys students access to, and use of, technology at home and creates a report or graph.
Describe the uses of information systems in homes and schools #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Internet  
  #23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet  
  #24 Know that Interlibrary Loan is available and follow appropriate procedures LMS arranges for students to e-mail other students in different states to find out what information systems they use.
  #27 Select appropriate resources for reference information.
  #33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information  
  #37 Use multimedia software to produce presentations  
MST2 E.IS3B #38 Use appropriate search engines, metasearch engines, and directories to access information on the Internet LMS provides a rubric checklist to students to use for evaluation of information.
Demonstrate ability to evaluate information critically #39 Use a search strategy to access and retrieve information  
  #40 Analyze and synthesize the information gathered. LMS selects specific examples of contrasting types of information, for presentation on critical evaluation.
     
Standard 3: Mathematics
  Students will understand mathematics and become mathematically confident by communicating and reasoning mathematically, by applying mathematics in real-world settings, and by solving problems through the integrated study of number systems, geometry, algeb