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                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
MATHEMATICAL REASONING
MST3 E. MR1A #3 Know the layout and organization of the library LMS introduces classes (by means of a “book talk” ) to books in the collection that demonstrate the use of models, facts and relationships in math.
Use models, facts, and relationships to draw conclusions about mathematics and explain their thinking #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
#13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
#14 Know what the reference section is in the library
#15 Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers
MST3 E. MR1B   LMS establishes a guide for student book borrowing based on grade level.  (number of books allowed, increases as student progresses K-6)
Use patterns and relationships to analyze mathematical situations #2 Know the library rules and procedures.
  #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
   
MST3 E. MR1D #2 Know the library rules and procedures. LMS emphasizes the use of addition and subtraction for primary students to keep aware of the total number of books they have borrowed
Use logical reasoning to reach simple conclusions #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
   
NUMBER & NUMERATION
MST3 E. NN1A  #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS shares a literature selection with students and follows with a hands on activity which requires the use of whole numbers, fractions or measurement.
Use whole numbers and fractions to identify locations, quantify groups of objects, and measure distances #2 Know the library rules and procedures.
#5 Use effective listening and viewing skills #7Develop retelling skills (e.g. Wright Brothers biography--measure the distance of first flight, make and measure the flight distance of paper airplanes )
#29 Be able to paraphrase information
MST3 E. NN1B #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS selects books such as Apple Fractions, M&M Counting Book and How Much is a Million? to visually demonstrate these concepts.
Use concrete materials to model numbers and number relationships for whole numbers and common fractions, including decimal fractions #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #7 Develop retelling skills
  #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
  #14 Know what the reference section is in the library
  #15 Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers
  #17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects.
   
MST3 E. NN1C   LMS uses examples relating to the Dewey Decimal System of arranging books to reinforce knowledge of  counting and place value
Relate counting to grouping and to place-value #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior
  #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #7 Develop retelling skills
  #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
   
MST3 E. NN1D #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS demonstrates how the numbers of books borrowed, types of materials purchased, borrowing preferences of specific groups, and other statistics generated in the library, can be represented by percentages..
Demonstrate the concept of percent through problems related to actual situations #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #7 Develop retelling skills
   
OPERATIONS
MST3 E. OP1A #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS utilizes the class seating arrangements (e.g. five students seated at each of five tables) for on-the-spot practice in addition, subtraction, multiplication and division
Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers #2 Know the library rules and procedures.
  #3 Know the layout and organization of the library LMS selects picture books for use in the Library Media Center or classroom that have a mathematical theme. (e.g. Divide and Ride)
  #4-Know how to borrow and care for library materials
  #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #6 Recognize the parts of a book  
  #7 Develop retelling skills  
MST3 E. OP1C #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS provides additional practice in a single digit mathematical process by selecting a picture book which has a math theme appropriate for question and answer activity.
Know single digit addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division facts #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #7 Develop retelling skills
MODELING/ MULTIPLE REPRESENTATION
MST3 E. MM1A #2 Know the library rules and procedures. LMS uses the globe in addition to maps in all lessons using the atlas.
Use concrete materials to model spatial relationships #3 Know the layout and organization of the library  
#5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS uses floor plan of the Library Media Center to familiarize students with location of resources.
  #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books  
     
MST3 E. MM1B #14 Know what the reference section is in the library LMS collaborates with classroom teachers to create tables, charts and graphs to present student research
Construct tables, charts and graphs to display and analyze real-world data #20 Locate and use simple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources LMS provides on-line and print examples of graphs, charts and tables.
  #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS incorporates demonstrations at the computer, verbal explanations, and walk-through practice with kindergarten students learning school borrowing procedures.
MST3 E. MM1C #2 Know the library rules and procedures.
Use multiple representations(simulations, manipulative materials, pictures and diagrams) as tools to explain the operation of everyday procedures #3 Know the layout and organization of the library
#4-Know how to borrow and care for library materials
#5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
 
MST3 E. MM1D #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS practices prediction techniques with students as an extension of meaning within a story.
  #6 Recognize the parts of a book
Use variables such as height, weight, and hand size to predict changes over time #7 Develop retelling skills
  #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS guides student participation in a school wide math fair with an interactive game involving geometric shapes based on a book, The Greedy Triangle
MST3 E. MM1E #7 Develop retelling skills
Use physical materials, pictures, and diagrams to explain mathematical ideas and processes and to demonstrate geometric concepts #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
   
MEASUREMENT
MST3 E. ME1A #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS shares exaggerated examples in literature that use descriptive language rather than exact terms to express size or distance.  (e.g. “…she was so thin she could hide in the shade of a clothesline” from A Year Down Yonder)
Understand that measurement is approximate, never exact #7 Develop retelling skills
  #9-Know about authors and illustrators.
  #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
   
MST3 E. ME1B #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books LMS designs a creative lesson on measurement using the books or magazines students have borrowed. (e.g. “How tall is the stack of non-fiction books?”)
Select appropriate standard and nonstandard measurement tools in measurement activities
MST3 E. ME1E #3 Know the layout and organization of the library LMS arranges for students to display data in a central location in the Library Media Center and interpret the data to classmates during class time in the library.
Collect and display data #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #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
MST3 E. ME1F #25-Be able to take simple notes. LMS instructs students to convert information gathered on reader surveys into graphs, tables or charts.
Use statistical methods such as graphs, tables, and charts to interpret data #26- Be able to cite sources
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources LMS converts statistical reports generated by library automation software into charts, graphs or tables for student intrepertation
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information
  #40Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.
UNCERTAINITY
MST3 E. UN1B . LMS collaborates with classroom teacher to create a form used by each student in the classroom to estimate how many of his classmates are going to check out new library books on their next visit to the library.  Compare estimate with computer statistic when borrowing is finished.
Make estimates to compare to actual results of computations #2 Know the library rules and procedures.
  #4-Know how to borrow and care for library materials
  #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #25-Be able to take simple notes
MST3 E. UN1C .#5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS introduces and illustrates the idea of estimation, as part of student orientation to the Library Media Center. (e.g. Number of book, videos, magazines etc. contained in the library)
Recognize situations where only an estimate is required #25-Be able to take simple notes
MST3 E. UN1H #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS selects a series of primary books such as Curious George and after reading one or two aloud to a class, guides and questions the students to make predictions of  events in the next story, based on their knowledge of other stories in the series.
Determine probabilities of simple events #6 Recognize the parts of a book
  #7 Develop retelling skills
  #9-Know about authors and illustrators.
  #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
   
PATTERNS/ FUNCTIONS
MST3 E. PF1A #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS coordinates with Kindergarten and First Grade teachers to extend class learning of patterns,  by presenting books focused on counting, alphabet letters, colors and shapes.
Recognize, describe, extend, and create a wide variety of patterns #6 Recognize the parts of a book
  #7 Develop retelling skills
  #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
MST3 E. PF1E #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books LMS uses features of the Online Public Access Catalog to instruct students in the patterns of searching and sorting used to find books in the collection.
Use a variety of manipulative materials and technologies to explore patterns #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.
MST3 E. PF1F #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS includes graph interpretation in all classes on using the almanac and atlases-both print and on-line.
Interpret graphs #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
  #14 Know what the reference section is in the library LMS guides students in creating reading related graphs which interpret interests, competitions, or daily borrowing habits.
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources
  #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for 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  
MST3 E. PF1G #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS provides and uses picture books that show geometrical shapes used to create objects,  sorting by geometric shape, and finding geometric shapes in a complicated illustration  (e.g. I Spy books)
Explore and develop relationships among two and three dimensional geometric shapes
MST3 E. PF1H #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS uses a variety of print, electronic and audio-visual materials to create specific lessons that focus on the patterns in literature (e.g. book series, poetry and rhymes) art (e.g. style of a book illustrator) music (research on type of music) and observations or research of natural subjects (e.g. monarch butterfly from egg to adult)
Discover patterns in nature, art, music, and literature #8 Appreciate nursery rhymes and stories in rhyme
  #9-Know about authors and illustrators.
  #12 Appreciate poetry
  #13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
  #25-Be able to take simple notes.
Standard 4: Science
  Students will understand and apply scientific concepts, principles, and theories pertaining to the physical setting and living environment and recognize the historical development of ideas in science.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
PHYSICAL SETTING    
MST4 E. PS1A #4-Know how to borrow and care for library materials LMS assists students and classroom teacher in finding appropriate print sources and on-line information describing the seasons;  reads  seasonal stories during library classes; and works cooperatively to create seasonal displays.
Describe patterns of daily, monthly, and seasonal changes in their environment #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
#13-Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction books
#15 Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers
  #17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects.
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources
  #23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet
  #24 Know that Interlibrary Loan is available and follow appropriate procedures
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information
MST4 E. PS2A #3 Know the layout and organization of the library LMS collaborates with classroom teacher on a research project on this topic.  LMS will review skills needed for student research, provide appropriate resources and display student’s final product in the Library Media Center
Describe the relationships among air, water, and land on Earth #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
#17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects.
  #20 Locate and use simple dictionaries, thesauri, and encyclopedias
  #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Internet
  #25-Be able to take simple notes.
  #28 Use primary and secondary information sources
  #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  
THE LIVING ENVIRONMENT     
MST4 E. LE1B #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS obtains a curriculum related video presentation on life processes and prepares a “video-viewing” worksheet to assess student’s viewing and listening comprehension.
Describe the life processes common to all living things #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #7 Develop retelling skills
   
MST4 E. LE2B #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS collaborates with the classroom teacher in teaching a unit on the family, by reading inter-generational stories and  accounts of immigrant families, and by assisting with simple genealogical searches.
Recognize that for humans and other living things there is genetic continuity between generations #7 Develop retelling skills
#10-Recognize folk and fairy tales from different ethnic/geographic groups
#17-Use the card/electronic catalog to locate materials on particular subjects.
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources  
  #26- Be able to cite sources  
  #28 Use primary and secondary information sources  
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information  
Standard 5: Technology
  Students will apply technological knowledge and skills to design, construct, use, and evaluate products and systems to satisfy human and environmental needs.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
ENGINEERING DESIGN    
MST5 E. ED1A #16-Locate and use magazines in the library LMS instructs and assists students in finding visual representations of object to be redesigned.
Describe objects, imaginary or real, that might be modeled or made differently and suggest ways in which the objects can be changed, fixed, or improved. #28 Use primary and secondary information sources (e.g. Electric Library, picture file,  on-line photo archive, local museum resources)
#32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print)  
#33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information  
#36 Use magazine indices to retrieve articles for pleasure and information (print and non-print)  
  books  
TOOLS, RESOURCES & TECHNOLOGICAL PROCESSES
MST5 E. TRTP1A #3 Know the layout and organization of the library LMS involves students from intermediate classes to design hallway displays to promote reading, using specific themes and a variety of materials.
Explore, use, and process a variety of materials and energy sources to design and construct things #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #15 Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources
  #25-Be able to take simple notes.
  #45 Use the electronic catalog to locate materials using keywords, subject headings and Boolean searching.
MST5 E. TRTP1D #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS directs sixth grade students in the creation of new book ends to use in the library collection.  Simple step-by-step directions are provided for independent work on the project, using electronic and mechanical tools.
Use simple manufacturing processes to produce a product #3 Know the layout and organization of the library
  #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  or series.
  #25-Be able to take simple notes.
  #26- Be able to cite sources
COMPUTER
MST5 E. C1A #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS assists kindergarten teachers with teaching basic parts of the computer (keyboard, printer, monitor, etc.) by sharing a story which uses the new vocabulary, posting labels on parts of the computer in the library media center and then dramatizing  the story.
Identify and describe the function of the major components of a computer system #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
#7 Develop retelling skills
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources
   
MST5 E. C1B #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS incorporates students prior knowledge of  the Paintbrush Software  program to design a picture which relates to the story of Shiloh, read by their classroom teacher.
Use the computer as a tool for generating and drawing ideas #7 Develop retelling skills
  #21 Identify and use electronic sources
   
MST5 E. TS1C #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS explains to students how each computer that is in the Library Media Center has the same information about the collection and is part of the system in the building.
Understand that larger systems are made up of smaller component sub-systems #21 Identify and use electronic sources
   
HISTORY & EVOLUTION OF TECHNOLOGY
MST5 E. HET1A #21 Identify and use electronic sources LMS collaborates with intermediate social studies teachers to have students create a timeline of technological developments to be displayed in the library media center.
Identify technological developments that have significantly accelerated human progress #22 Comply with the district’s Acceptable Use Policy for Internet
  #25-Be able to take simple notes.
  #26- Be able to cite sources
  #27 Select appropriate resources for reference information.
IMPACTS OF TECHNOLOGY
MST5 E. IT1A #25-Be able to take simple notes. LMS works with all classes and staff to survey the changes that have been experienced in school, since the entire building has been networked. Presentations would be in the form of graphs and charts.
Describe how technology can have positive and negative effects on the environment and on the way people live and work #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
  #37 Use multimedia software to produce presentations
MANAGEMENT OF TECHNOLOGY
MST5 E. TS1B #25-Be able to take simple notes. LMS bookmarks several web sites for students to investigate ways in which technology could be used to improve school safety.
Speculate on and model possible technological solutions that can improve the safety and quality of the school or community environment #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
Standard 6: Interconnectedness: Common Themes
  Students will understand the relationships and common themes that connect mathematics, science, and technology and apply the themes to these and other areas of learning.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
SYSTEM THINKING
MST6 E. ST1B #32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print) LMS conducts a lesson on search strategies in print and on-line encyclopedias using terms related to systems.
Identify common things that can be considered to be systems (e.g. a plant population, a subway system, human beings) #33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information
 
MODELS
MST6E. M1B #23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet LMS implements a compare/contrast method of observation with intermediate grades, using pictures of well-known animal sculptures and a written description of the same animal found in an on-line animal database.
Discover that a model of something is different from the real thing but can be used to study the real thing #25-Be able to take simple notes.
  #26- Be able to cite sources
  #29 Be able to paraphrase information
  33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information
  #40Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.
   
PATTERNS OF CHANGE
MST6 E. PC1A   LMS collaborates with primary classroom teacher to provide additional practice for students  in weighing and measuring, by measuring and weighing their borrowed books, looking for patterns (e.g. small hardcover books weigh more than large paperback books)
Use simple instruments to measure such quantities as distance, size, and weight and look for patterns in the data #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
   
  #25-Be able to take simple notes.
Standard 7: Interdisciplinary Problem Solving
  Students will apply the knowledge and thinking skills of mathematics, science, and technology to address real-life problems and make informed decisions.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
Connections    
MST7 E. C1A #1-Exhibit proper library media center behavior LMS brainstorms with library helpers on the issues of poor work ethic, and lack of pride in work, to gather possible solutions to an existing problem. (e.g. books are being shelved incorrectly by volunteer student helpers)  Remedial action to be taken by LMS and helpers, according to analysis of problem.
Analyze science/technology/ #2 Know the library rules and procedures.
society problems and issues that affect their home, school, or community, and carry out a remedial course of action #3 Know the layout and organization of the library
  #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills
  #15 Locate books on the shelves by using call numbers
   
SKILLS & STRATEGIES FOR INTER-DISCIPLINARY PROBLEM SOLVING
MST7 E. SS1A #5 Use effective listening and viewing skills LMS collaborates with classroom teachers, resource room teachers and students on any extended project which implements the information literacy skills needed for gathering, processing and analyzing information. Review of basic research skills, acquisition of specialized materials, evaluation and pre-selection of on-line sources and help with presentations are possible points of collaboration for LMS.
Working effectively, gathering and processing information, generating and analyzing ideas, common themes, realizing ideas, presenting results #23 Use pre-selected bookmarked sites on the Internet
#28 Use primary and secondary information sources
#29 Be able to paraphrase information
#32 Use specialized encyclopedias and subject dictionaries (print and non-print)
  #33 Search appropriate commercial electronic and online resources to access information
  #35 Understand plagiarism and the need for documentation when doing a research project.
  #37 Use multimedia software to produce presentations
  #40Analyze and synthesize the information gathered.