As part of our literacy program at South Elementary, we have an amazing take-home library.  We are very excited to begin this program with your child.  

Your child will bring home a book in a bag on his or her independent reading level. After your child has enjoyed reading the book several times (if appropriate), please sign next to the title of the book that has been read on the book title list, and send it back to school. Our take-home librarian will send home a new book if the previous book has been  returned and the book title card is signed. 

• Books will be changed 4 days a week, Monday- Thursday.

• Books will not be changed on Fridays.

Research has shown over and over that children who read each night have great educational advantages.  Here are some tips for children of different ages that can be used to enhance their reading experience:

Grades 2-5

•     Find a comfortable place. Preferably away from any distractions.

•     Set a certain time to read together or for your student to read alone each day.

•     Re-read the story or part of a chapter if possible! Re-reading provides great opportunities for your child to practice what they have already decoded.

•     Discuss the book after you have read it. Encourage your child to tell another family member about the book.

Grades K-1

•     Have your child point to certain words or letters as you read.  (Letters in their name, etc.)

•     If the book has a certain phrase repeated over and over, have your child read it with you.

•     Point to the words as you read.

•     Have your child take a picture walk through the book before reading it.

•     Let them tell the story just by looking at the pictures.

• Ask your child questions about what you read. For example:

  • What happened when...

  • How did they solve the problem?

  • Which character did you like best and why?

• Allow your child time to decode each word before telling them what the letters say.

Please note lost or damaged books will cost $15.00 to replace.