What’s new in your library Presented by Andrew Johnston Email: ajohnsto@ccsd-k12.org ajj4@buffalo.edu

Agenda New books New Databases Technology Resources Fiction, Nonfiction, Reference, Professional New Databases Technology Resources iPads and PC Laptop Carts Common Core Information

New Books - Fiction Atlantis Subscriptions Junior Library Guild Provides 5 High School level books per month High Interest, High Demand Books Highlights: The different girl by Gordon Dahlquist Burning blue by Paul Griffin Every day by David Levithan Junior Library Guild Provides 7 High School level books per month Various genres – mystery, fantasy, graphic novels, nonfiction Fitz by Mick Cochrane This is what happy looks like by Jennifer E. Smith Scowler by Daniel Kraus

New Books - Nonfiction Quality nonfiction from a variety of sources (Junior Library Guild, Follett Library Resources, Permabound) Includes biographies, history, science, career Here are some highlights this year: Bomb: the race to build – and steal – the world’s most dangerous weapon by Steve Sheinkin A father first: how my life became bigger than basketball by Dwyane Wade Courage has no color: the true story of the Triple Nickels: America’s first black paratroopers by Tanya Lee Stone I am a SEAL Team Six warrior: memoirs of an American soldier by Howard E. Wadsin

New Books - Reference Includes encyclopedias, exam books, research materials Sources from World Book, Gale, and Follett Library Resources. Additions to the collection this year: Microsoft Office Advanced Cracking the ACT World Book Student Discover Encyclopedia 2013

New Books – Professional Reading Great books on professional development from ASCD, Permabound, Follett Library Resources. Excellent resources for curriculum, classroom management, diverse learning, and all the current trends in education. Highlights: Flip your classroom: reach every student in every class by Jonathan Bergmann Common Core curriculum maps in English language arts, grades 9-12 Assignments matter: making the connections that help students meet standards by Eleanor Doughtery Neurodiversity in the classroom : strength-based strategies to help students with special needs succeed in school and life by Thomas Armstrong

Library Databases Don’t forget about databases like EBSCO, Grolier Online, Career Cruising, Facts on File. Information can be found on the library homepage. New this year – OneClick Digital from Recorded Books Provides full audio edition of popular titles Works with PCs and Macs App provides access on mobile devices Installed on district iPads See library staff for access issues and set up class time for in depth instruction with your school librarian

Technology Resources Computer Labs – Schedule time early, as labs fill up fast PC Laptop Cart Bring the computer lab to your classroom 25 HP PC laptop Mac Book Cart 12 Apple Mac Books iPad Cart 20 new iPads, includes printer Must have district training for using in classroom Plenty of educational apps installed Request installation of apps

Common Core Information The library can have a major role in supporting Common Core throughout the school. Increased role in curriculum support for classroom teachers. Create a dedicated Common Core section in library collection. Opportunities for collaboration. Professional development Become expert in Common Core standards, New York State Standards, and AASL Standards. Bring information literacy standards into library curriculum.

Any Questions? Contact your library media specialist Stop by the library anytime For more information contact: Andrew Johnston ajohnsto@ccsd-k12.org or ajj4@buffalo.edu