Selection and Weeding Report:
Rationale:
I will be focusing my rationale on the collection sections within our school library only dealing with the sub collection of physical education and health curriculum for students Kindergarten to grade 8.
The areas of sub collection that need focus on due to data in evaluative assignment #2 are :
- average age of publication is over 20 years old;needs to be more current
-students need for materials that focus on embedding social considerations
- need for evaluated digital tools to engage students in the curriculum content.
-more diverse formats for learning materials such as magazines; e-books; visuals;digital tools
-promotion of non fiction books in particular the healthy eating/life choices to increase circulation
-need for youth aged healthy living materials/puberty content
This sub collection is in need of more relevant/ current resources that will spark both student and staff's interest as there is low circulation as well as address the differing learning preferences including digital tools. Weeding is necessary in order to free shelf space(presently crowded) and provide users with the benefit of new more relevant resources specific to our schools needs and population(assignment #1) providing greater access to meaningful learning for the 21st century .
-increase relevancy and currency(currently average age is 1990)
- More recent resources needed on fitness and health information and principles
-Social consideration materials for students dealing with health/relationships( Aboriginal; gender diversity etc;) and need to have resources written from first person perspective from different cultures/ religions/social consideration authors to mirror students experience
-Increasing diversity of formats to address students variety of learning styles and giving students the tools to be digital citizens/creators with the goal of global citizens. For example: digital tools, e-books; audio visual; visuals( cards; posters)
2. Physical shelf scanning of sub collection identified by CREW METHOD (Continuous Review; Evaluation; Weeding) for the encompassing three non- fiction sections of the Dewey Decimal categories: 390's- Social Science;610's-Medical Science; 700's- Arts and Recreation; 790's- Sports
3.Use the MUSTIE FOR WEEDING criteria for deselection of books in my sub collection and indicate which criteria used.
4.Email to physical education/health teachers to ask if interested in assisting with weeding through providing their curricular knowledge and usefulness /preference of formats and appeal/relevancy to their students. Explain MUSTIE criteria through email link and create Poster for visual in library.
5. Gather materials needed for a successful weeding project CREW WEEDING
(step 4 pg 27 in CREW manual)
Gather the following materials : • A computer printout of the section being reviewed • A blank note pad and sticky notes (like Post-It Notes™) • A pen and/or colored pencils • A shelf marker • This manual (or a copy of the Overview Chart of CREW Formulas found in Appendix) • An empty book cart • Supply of disposal slips (see Appendix)
6. Check pulled books against L4U OPAC to check circulation status ensuring lack of usage or does it need replacement?
7. Decide on disposal outcome on slip (Mardis text example) or spreadsheet such as Google Docs for record keeping indicating:
-bindery
-mend/preserve
-donate to
-discard/recycle
-book sale
-free staff cart if still useful
-replacement/ new edition
8. Keep record of weeded materials to show evidence for an expanding of collection needed for principal and justifying budgeting( about 5% a year should be weeded)
6. My sport. Ice Skating. Usborne publishing,1987
The areas of sub collection that need focus on due to data in evaluative assignment #2 are :
- average age of publication is over 20 years old;needs to be more current
-students need for materials that focus on embedding social considerations
- need for evaluated digital tools to engage students in the curriculum content.
-more diverse formats for learning materials such as magazines; e-books; visuals;digital tools
-promotion of non fiction books in particular the healthy eating/life choices to increase circulation
-need for youth aged healthy living materials/puberty content
This sub collection is in need of more relevant/ current resources that will spark both student and staff's interest as there is low circulation as well as address the differing learning preferences including digital tools. Weeding is necessary in order to free shelf space(presently crowded) and provide users with the benefit of new more relevant resources specific to our schools needs and population(assignment #1) providing greater access to meaningful learning for the 21st century .
WEEDING PLAN:
1.Collection evaluation report is completed with quantitative and qualitative data indicating recommendations for this sub collection.(assignment #2)-increase relevancy and currency(currently average age is 1990)
- More recent resources needed on fitness and health information and principles
-Social consideration materials for students dealing with health/relationships( Aboriginal; gender diversity etc;) and need to have resources written from first person perspective from different cultures/ religions/social consideration authors to mirror students experience
-Increasing diversity of formats to address students variety of learning styles and giving students the tools to be digital citizens/creators with the goal of global citizens. For example: digital tools, e-books; audio visual; visuals( cards; posters)
2. Physical shelf scanning of sub collection identified by CREW METHOD (Continuous Review; Evaluation; Weeding) for the encompassing three non- fiction sections of the Dewey Decimal categories: 390's- Social Science;610's-Medical Science; 700's- Arts and Recreation; 790's- Sports
3.Use the MUSTIE FOR WEEDING criteria for deselection of books in my sub collection and indicate which criteria used.
4.Email to physical education/health teachers to ask if interested in assisting with weeding through providing their curricular knowledge and usefulness /preference of formats and appeal/relevancy to their students. Explain MUSTIE criteria through email link and create Poster for visual in library.
5. Gather materials needed for a successful weeding project CREW WEEDING
(step 4 pg 27 in CREW manual)
Gather the following materials : • A computer printout of the section being reviewed • A blank note pad and sticky notes (like Post-It Notes™) • A pen and/or colored pencils • A shelf marker • This manual (or a copy of the Overview Chart of CREW Formulas found in Appendix) • An empty book cart • Supply of disposal slips (see Appendix)
6. Check pulled books against L4U OPAC to check circulation status ensuring lack of usage or does it need replacement?
7. Decide on disposal outcome on slip (Mardis text example) or spreadsheet such as Google Docs for record keeping indicating:
-bindery
-mend/preserve
-donate to
-discard/recycle
-book sale
-free staff cart if still useful
-replacement/ new edition
8. Keep record of weeded materials to show evidence for an expanding of collection needed for principal and justifying budgeting( about 5% a year should be weeded)
Timeline and procedures for weeding and acquisitions:
1. quantitative evaluative reports generated on circulation; age of collection; formats and quantities
-TIMELINE-7 days
-TIMELINE-7 days
2.qualitative observational data evaluation; survey questions;inquiries? requests? physical shelf scanning;consider locale/population-TIMELINE-2 WEEKS
3. weeding removal of materials and disposal ;schedule before scholastic book fair mid October to free shelf space and be aware of possible needed acquisitions to replace MUSTIE weeds.
TIMELINE-2 WEEKS
4. Usage of selection tools utilized for possible acquisition through use of recommended selection sources.
Selection tools to consider:
-BC ERAC Evaluated Resources; (includes a social consideration search)
-Adrienne Gear reading Power Book Lists;
-Resourcelinks(costs 45$ a year for 5 publications);
-BC Books for BC Schools;
-Goodreads and the LibraryThing ( public crowd-sources)
-Island Parent magazine-free includes book recommendations/reviews; e-version Islandparent.ca
-Journal reviews; Teacher Librarian;Canadian Teacher ;School Librarian
-feedback through survey from our schools Physical education/health teachers
Click here for google sheet selection tool examples of :Selection Tools by Kelly Papapanagiotou.
TIMELINE-POST WEEDING/APPROXIMATELY NOVEMBER
5. Decide on vendor to purchase materials for collection based on schools preferred vendors and format.Be aware of return policies; damaged goods procedures. Does it include processing of barcode, MARC record? Most Jobbers do process for 1$ more per item. My school will not use because our budget and the learning commons is not centralized in one location with classroom teachers also purchasing their own resources .-Timeline : Consideration list generated after weeding complete and ongoing to prioritize possible purchases
TIMELINE-2 WEEKS
4. Usage of selection tools utilized for possible acquisition through use of recommended selection sources.
Selection tools to consider:
-BC ERAC Evaluated Resources; (includes a social consideration search)
-Adrienne Gear reading Power Book Lists;
-Resourcelinks(costs 45$ a year for 5 publications);
-BC Books for BC Schools;
-Goodreads and the LibraryThing ( public crowd-sources)
-Island Parent magazine-free includes book recommendations/reviews; e-version Islandparent.ca
-Journal reviews; Teacher Librarian;Canadian Teacher ;School Librarian
-feedback through survey from our schools Physical education/health teachers
Click here for google sheet selection tool examples of :Selection Tools by Kelly Papapanagiotou.
TIMELINE-POST WEEDING/APPROXIMATELY NOVEMBER
5. Decide on vendor to purchase materials for collection based on schools preferred vendors and format.Be aware of return policies; damaged goods procedures. Does it include processing of barcode, MARC record? Most Jobbers do process for 1$ more per item. My school will not use because our budget and the learning commons is not centralized in one location with classroom teachers also purchasing their own resources .-Timeline : Consideration list generated after weeding complete and ongoing to prioritize possible purchases
6. Acquisitions- as collection evaluation rationalized/justified using money through the Scholastic book fair-yearly October to October. Check against invoice acquisitions and process/cataloging new acquisitions in OPAC
Keep track of selections and record keeping for budgeting; supplier/order date/received date; back ordered or standing order ;check invoice with tracking list.Timeline:add details for record keeping as acquisitions are processed
Keep track of selections and record keeping for budgeting; supplier/order date/received date; back ordered or standing order ;check invoice with tracking list.Timeline:add details for record keeping as acquisitions are processed
5. Communicate through email the acquisitions made; bring to staff meeting to highlight use/ advantages/ clarify curriculum connections with physical education/health teachers-TIMELINE ongoing as acquisitions are made.
6. Promote/display in the library rotating a new book one at a time ; share a write up with classroom teachers this book/resource fits their curriculum and put a review in the school newsletter. Timeline-ongoing as new resources acquired
7. Continue crew cycle: inventory for evaluation once a year (March/April I suggest to have feedback for budgeting needs next year) Timeline- ongoing as budget is spent. Weeding usually involves 5% of the total collection yearly .(Mardis)
6. Promote/display in the library rotating a new book one at a time ; share a write up with classroom teachers this book/resource fits their curriculum and put a review in the school newsletter. Timeline-ongoing as new resources acquired
7. Continue crew cycle: inventory for evaluation once a year (March/April I suggest to have feedback for budgeting needs next year) Timeline- ongoing as budget is spent. Weeding usually involves 5% of the total collection yearly .(Mardis)
RESOURCES IDENTIFIED FOR WEEDING:
From my sub collection in Physical education and health found only in the library:
1.Fischlers,Stan and Shirley. All Time Book of Hockey Lists. Mc Graw-Hill Ryerson Limited,1993
- superseded ; elsewhere,misleading
- lists are only current as of 1993;
- outdated black and white pictures
- small print makes it unappealing
- older students can easily access online sources such as nhl.com for lists
- consider a more up to date appealing book would be of interest to grade 3 to 6 as hockey is a popular sport here
- donate/give to student who loves hockey
- superseded ; ugly; irrelevant
- book jacket is worn
- facts are no longer current in many cases
- focus/scope too narrow on hitting only
- layout of black and white visuals and tiny print are not attractive
- consider a how to play baseball book instead/ teaching aspect to it as well
- baseball is not local interest at our school like soccer and hockey so not circulating
- dispose of book/remove from OPAC
3.Watts, Franklin. Finding out about You and Your Health. Hobsons Publishing,1992.
- Ugly, superseded,misleading, elsewhere
- information is outdated and not current enough
- small crowded print; outdated pictures that children wouldn't relate to
- difficult to retrieve because of its large size that doesn't fit in book case and can lay on side but then its even less attractive.
- consider a replacement including a book format for younger students in particular with relevant/current information and an attractive content/visuals
- consider the many online links for health information for older students. pass on to classroom teachers
- dispose of book
- superseded,ugly,elsewhere, misleading
- extremely outdated content/33 years;
- discolored brown pages; coming out of binding a little;
- black ink drawings; unattractive layout of small print; no subheadings
- not appealing for students to read; unattractive cover
- consider online sources such as livescience.com; for older students
- consider a more relevant attractive source; possibly body systems posters; and/or dvd covering scope for younger students.
- discard book
- superseded;ugly; misleading
- 58 years old publication; extremely outdated content
- unattractive cover drawings on front; scratches all over back cover
- browned pages; rip on one
- binding not secure
- previously had been weeded with red DISCARD STAMP on inside cover covered up
- cover easily slip off of hard copy
- small ink drawings with tiny print
- not relevant in social considerations no inclusion; especially in the family structures section
- does not reflect our schools culture
- discard book
- superseded,
- more relevant pictures would be more interesting for students
- consider a more appealing current edition on ice skating
- very outdated
- cover dirty and scratched
- indicate discard and donate
7.Leighton, Kathryn(editor)Health and Fitness In Focus, Hobsons Publishing,1990
- superseded
- outdated photographs that students wouldn't relate to
- scattered use of photos and small unappealing print
- consider a large scope source that is more current/relevant
- put discard inside book; donate
8. Rae,Collins.Health and Hygiene. Troll Associates,1985.
- superseded;ugly
- small print
- unappealing illustrations
- no index/glossary for large scope
- all same size print throughout
- hard to lay flat /open wide for viewing because of its difficult binding and tall shape of book
- discard and consider promoting a more current digital source such as healthcanada;bchealthyschoolnetwork(see virtual library)
9.Estrada,Billie, How To Play Hopscotch, A Game Created By Children.Agency Press Ltd. 1974
1.Selkirk Montessori School Learning Resource Policy
Major Evaluative Criteria included:
Suitability for a Montessori environment • Suitability based on the pedagogical, social, philosophical, and/or cultural values of Selkirk Montessori School.
Main Goal being:
Encourage understanding and promote positive social attitudes and respect for diversity and individual differences • Ensure that BC students will see themselves and their life experiences, within a free, pluralistic, and democratic society and evidenced in the learning materials they use in their classroom •
2.BCERAC Evaluation,Selection and Aquiring learning resources- provides useful charts to evaluate social considerations,technical and instructional design as well as criteria guidelines
3. CREW METHOD- helps keep the collection current and vital;justifying deselection and funding proof for budgeting keeping the cycle going: (pg 13 Crew Method)
4.CREW for e-books procedures- Additional guidelines for weeding e books (which currently we do not subscribe to)
5. MUSTIE METHOD: criteria for possible weeding
CURRENCY?
RELIABILITY?
AUTHORITY/SPONSORING AGENCY?
PURPOSE/OBJECTIVITY?
6. WORST CRITERIA FOR AUDIOVISUALS (Mardis)
worn out
out of date
rarely used
supplied elsewhere
trivial
- superseded;ugly;trivial
- not a necessary or topic of interest
- black and white drawings
- discolored pages
- discard
Policies; Procedures and Practice:
1.Selkirk Montessori School Learning Resource Policy
Major Evaluative Criteria included:
Suitability for a Montessori environment • Suitability based on the pedagogical, social, philosophical, and/or cultural values of Selkirk Montessori School.
Main Goal being:
Encourage understanding and promote positive social attitudes and respect for diversity and individual differences • Ensure that BC students will see themselves and their life experiences, within a free, pluralistic, and democratic society and evidenced in the learning materials they use in their classroom •
2.BCERAC Evaluation,Selection and Aquiring learning resources- provides useful charts to evaluate social considerations,technical and instructional design as well as criteria guidelines
3. CREW METHOD- helps keep the collection current and vital;justifying deselection and funding proof for budgeting keeping the cycle going: (pg 13 Crew Method)
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| Crew Method:Jeanette Larson |
5. MUSTIE METHOD: criteria for possible weeding
M= Misleading--factually inaccurate
U= Ugly--worn beyond mending or rebinding
S= Superseded--by a new edition of by a much better book on the subject
T= Trivial--of no discernible literary or scientific merit
I= Irrelevant to the needs and interests of the library's community
E= Elsewhere--the material is easily obtainable from another library
5. CRAP criteria for website evaluation(Lisa Mucci; slideshow)U= Ugly--worn beyond mending or rebinding
S= Superseded--by a new edition of by a much better book on the subject
T= Trivial--of no discernible literary or scientific merit
I= Irrelevant to the needs and interests of the library's community
E= Elsewhere--the material is easily obtainable from another library
CURRENCY?
RELIABILITY?
AUTHORITY/SPONSORING AGENCY?
PURPOSE/OBJECTIVITY?
6. WORST CRITERIA FOR AUDIOVISUALS (Mardis)
worn out
out of date
rarely used
supplied elsewhere
trivial
Acquisitions Procedures;
1. search and verify that it is not already in collection
2. consider selection tools for considerations
3. select the source(jobber; publisher;database included?, bookstore)know your budget
4. possibly choice of format justified(digital or hard copy; print)many books come in e version
5.order/track item through record keeping; spreadsheets(Google)
These are the acquisitions I would purchase if I were the Teacher Librarian to assist in creating a more social considerate collection that covers the scope required in curriculum for physical education/heath for K to 8 and are current and appealing to students covering different formats and within our school budget.
I will indicate selection tool used in acquisitions.
1.Smith-Gray, Monique. Speaking Our Truth: A Journey Of Reconciliation. Victoria, BC. Orca Publishing,2017.
- Purchased through Orca Publishing; print version, $29.95
- is available also in e book for $7.99
- reading level is grade 4 to 7
- curricular connection: to know the consequences of bullying, stereotyping, and discrimination and Big idea of learning about the similarities and differences in individuals and groups influences community health(mental and physical)
- beautiful visuals through photographs for visual learners written first person by local First nations author
- helps creates healing and reconciliation with historical wrong doings through the voices of survivors of the residential school experience; use to discuss understanding and empathy
- recommended through BC books for BC Schools Selection Tool
2. Frith, Alex.What is Happening to me?(boys).Usbourne Publishing;2009
5. Virtual Learning Commons-this is an example for set up online; my school library doesn't have computer use in the library only in class so the link can be sent and then made the homepage for students when they open the classroom computers. These are some suggestions to promote links for my sub collection: All free except Schooltube,
Students/staff:
healthyschoolsbc.ca resources teaching-and-learning-guide- includes ActionSchools!BC resources for K-grade 7; information on healthy relationships;eating and practices
Brainpop./Health/Brainpopjr/BrainpopELL-free short videos/games;search by topics alphabetically; includes lesson plans
kidnetic.com- fitness games/webinars
Canada food guides- Canadian Government food guide/nutrition information
International Childrens Digital Library(free e-books)
100-people-a-world-portrait/view-OER commons global world portrait; through video/photos and global issues.
Staff:
phecanada.ca- open collaboration; lesson plans; PD
Sharing-Dance-in-the-Classroom-Community-Scholar -downloadable music,lesson plans and video
akgtcanada.com-A kids guide to Canada-By kids and for kids; this teacher led interactive cross curricular project For my sub collection this project can be used to promote their fitness goals and creating more understanding and empathy(forming healthy relationships) across different cultural/racial/religious backgrounds by connecting with another class through the private teacher registry. (source: Canadian Teacher magazine: Fall 2018)
canfar.com awareness /educator-resources-sexual and mental health lesson,healthy relationships plans,speakers,resources,posters (grades 7 and up);
readyforlife. for teachers-mental health resource for educators and older students; section on nutrition and fitness
Canadian Exceptional Council Tools-and-Resources: assistive technology tools and information to assist learning for exceptional students; ex) Learning about the accessibility features of the IPAD
Physical and health Education Journal- e -version is free; Canadian content
Rick Hansen.com school resources -fun,easy toolkit; resources to teach about inclusiveness with people of all abilities.
brain-gym-exercises-useful for all ages to help concentration; all ages;use Pinterest poster as visual
SchoolTube-costs $29/year US per school when I made an e mail inquiry.Curated by educators not open content; no ads. Can host and upload videos. My Channel Page for class video postings
everfi.com nutrition and fitness course-free/ elementary/middle school game called Healthier Me also a Bullying Prevention course.
Resources.” Council for Exceptional Children, www.cec.sped.org/Tools-and-Resources
.
Inspire the next Generation of Difference Makers.” Rick Hansen Foundation,
www.rickhansen.com/schools-communities/school-program/k-8-toolkits.
SchoolTube, www.schooltube.com/info/teachers/.
- purchased through Usbourne books Canada, consultant with money back guarantee
- softcover;12.95$
- ages 8 and up; grade 3 to 8
- bright cartoon style illustrations and scientific diagrams appealing to youth
- meets curriculum goal of influences of physical,emotional and social changes on identities and relationships
- addresses body/health changes during puberty which collection needs
Meredith, Susan. What is Happening to me?(girls). Usbourne Publishing;2009
- purchased through Usbourne books Canada; consultant with money back guarantee
- 12.95$ softcover
- ages 9 and up
- bright cartoon style illustrations and scientific diagrams appealing to youth meets curriculum goal of influences of physical,emotional and social changes on identities and relationships
- addresses body/health changes during puberty in a sensitive and informative way which collection has none
- content and index pages to easily locate key topics
3.Meredith,Susan.Why should I bother to Keep Fit? Usbourne Publishing;2009
- Not found on Canadian Usbourne site; purchase through Amazon
- paperback 27.95$ (2015 version was 136$! new and 85.05 used)
- great format with questions that covers a wide curricular scope
- internet links
- clear factual information on healthy eating; fitness games; proper warmup etc;
- bright and appealing illustrations
- meets the healthy and active living goals and physical literacy (ex; adjusting exertion levels)of curriculum
- useful from k to 8. read aloud to young children
- more current relevant replacement for weeded books
4.Kostecki-Shaw Jenny Sue.Same, Same but Different.Henry Holt and Company.2011
- purchase through Indigo.ca
- hardcover 20.64$
- k to grade 4( read aloud to younger students)
- multi curricular uses with diversity awareness projects and global partnerships
- meets curriculum goal of learning about similarities and differences in individuals and respecting others
- 2 pen pals from America and India who learn about each others cultural differences and similarities
- imaginative multimedia illustrations drawn in a colorful childlike animated way that would be appeal visually to younger students
- teacher read aloud or student (gr 3 and up)
- recommended through Adrienne Gears Book list and highly rated 4.22 out of 5 on goodreads.com
5. Virtual Learning Commons-this is an example for set up online; my school library doesn't have computer use in the library only in class so the link can be sent and then made the homepage for students when they open the classroom computers. These are some suggestions to promote links for my sub collection: All free except Schooltube,
Students/staff:
healthyschoolsbc.ca resources teaching-and-learning-guide- includes ActionSchools!BC resources for K-grade 7; information on healthy relationships;eating and practices
Brainpop./Health/Brainpopjr/BrainpopELL-free short videos/games;search by topics alphabetically; includes lesson plans
kidnetic.com- fitness games/webinars
Canada food guides- Canadian Government food guide/nutrition information
International Childrens Digital Library(free e-books)
100-people-a-world-portrait/view-OER commons global world portrait; through video/photos and global issues.
Staff:
phecanada.ca- open collaboration; lesson plans; PD
Sharing-Dance-in-the-Classroom-Community-Scholar -downloadable music,lesson plans and video
akgtcanada.com-A kids guide to Canada-By kids and for kids; this teacher led interactive cross curricular project For my sub collection this project can be used to promote their fitness goals and creating more understanding and empathy(forming healthy relationships) across different cultural/racial/religious backgrounds by connecting with another class through the private teacher registry. (source: Canadian Teacher magazine: Fall 2018)
canfar.com awareness /educator-resources-sexual and mental health lesson,healthy relationships plans,speakers,resources,posters (grades 7 and up);
readyforlife. for teachers-mental health resource for educators and older students; section on nutrition and fitness
Canadian Exceptional Council Tools-and-Resources: assistive technology tools and information to assist learning for exceptional students; ex) Learning about the accessibility features of the IPAD
Physical and health Education Journal- e -version is free; Canadian content
Rick Hansen.com school resources -fun,easy toolkit; resources to teach about inclusiveness with people of all abilities.
brain-gym-exercises-useful for all ages to help concentration; all ages;use Pinterest poster as visual
SchoolTube-costs $29/year US per school when I made an e mail inquiry.Curated by educators not open content; no ads. Can host and upload videos. My Channel Page for class video postings
everfi.com nutrition and fitness course-free/ elementary/middle school game called Healthier Me also a Bullying Prevention course.
6. Gratz, Alan. Refugee. Scholastic Press,2017
- purchase from credits from Scholastic book sale
- softcover; 16.99$ FICTION based on real historical events
- ages 9-13,
- NY Times bestseller
- ties together in the end the harrowing journey of courage and survival of 3 children who seek refugee in different time periods; creates empathy and connection with other cultures/religions especially with the raise in antisemitism
- can be used for a novel read aloud by teacher to class for discussion
- from:Love your Neighbour book list from Jewish Librarians
7. Guber,Tara and Kalish, Leah. Yoga Pretzels Cards. BarefootBooks. 2005.
- Order through Amazon; $13.34 plus $6.59 shipping
- 50 fun yoga activities for all ages
- beautifully laminated colored illustrated yoga positions that children can easily follow and do
- back of card has the 4 illustrated steps involved in reaching the position
- ready to use cards individually or partner poses which I've done in the ages 3 to 6 Montessori class with yoga mat and small basket with 4 poses/switch to keep new
- use in groups; following leader or use the breathing/game cards for large groups
- fosters self awareness for calming anxiety through breath and fosters strength and agility movements
- meets the physical literacy goals of develop and apply a variety of movement concepts and strategies in different physical activities and manage anxiety
- includes teacher foldout information card for easy suggestions and carrying case
8. Webstad,Phyllis.The Orange shirt story. MedicineWheelEducation
- $19.99 softcover order through medicinewheel.education/store
- read aloud K to grade 3 or individual grades 3 to 6
- connects to our Schools Orange shirt day that recognizes and remembers the injustices of residential schools and we are encouraged to wear an orange shirt in remembrance.
- based on true story of a First nations girls whose orange shirt was taken when she arrived at the residential school
- option to buy 6 book set plus the teacher resources and 6 posters for $139.77 ; audiobook for $4.99
- written by first Nations author; authentic and relevant topic that through story form helps the readers to understand First Nations culture and respect for others
- collection needs stories where the main charters mirror themselves in an accurate way(First Nation students)
- recommended from Journal magazine; Canadian Teacher-Fall edition 2018
Total Cost of Acquisitions:
including yearly subscription to SchoolTube ($29 US/about $50 CA):$15,00-$211.35=$1,288.65
I would suggest a subscription to BCERAC database as an overall school collection digital resource.
including yearly subscription to SchoolTube ($29 US/about $50 CA):$15,00-$211.35=$1,288.65
I would suggest a subscription to BCERAC database as an overall school collection digital resource.
Procedures and Practices To Enact and Enable Collection Development Policies:
My School librarian uses these vendors and doesn't have a centralized department for ordering:
-Orca publishers (local Victoria)
-Copperbeech
-Amazon
-Scholastic
Our TL uses Dynamic Imaging Solutions to download bar codes into the OPAC L4U MARC system; we do not use a Jobber wholesaler.
We do not loan out other formats other then books for 2 weeks at a time and the preschool children have a ziplock bag that they use to exchange a book with their teachers. Children can sign out 2 books at a time.
Our budget is approximately $1500 from the profits from the annual Scholastic book fair every October. This is the the only fundraising for the library.
Excerpt from our Learning resources policy provides more procedures in selecting learning resources:
-Orca publishers (local Victoria)
-Copperbeech
-Amazon
-Scholastic
Our TL uses Dynamic Imaging Solutions to download bar codes into the OPAC L4U MARC system; we do not use a Jobber wholesaler.
We do not loan out other formats other then books for 2 weeks at a time and the preschool children have a ziplock bag that they use to exchange a book with their teachers. Children can sign out 2 books at a time.
Our budget is approximately $1500 from the profits from the annual Scholastic book fair every October. This is the the only fundraising for the library.
Excerpt from our Learning resources policy provides more procedures in selecting learning resources:
"Sources of Learning Resources
Selkirk Montessori School will use suppliers of Montessori materials (Neinhuis, etc.) to
source the core classroom materials. The school may use the services of the Education
Resource Acquisition Consortium (ERAC) to assist them in choosing or approving
learning resources. Selkirk Montessori will also consider core program materials by
publishers such as Nelson and Orca Books. Digital and online content (IXL, Xtra Math,
Brain Pop, etc.) and programs will be reviewed to also consider developmental
appropriateness through the Montessori lens."
Because we are a Montessori school our classes order Montessori materials primarily ordering from Neinhuis Montessori materials and additional resources through consultation of procedures in ERAC document.(link above) BCERAC provides guidelines for special needs/ social considerations resources.
Because we are a Montessori school our classes order Montessori materials primarily ordering from Neinhuis Montessori materials and additional resources through consultation of procedures in ERAC document.(link above) BCERAC provides guidelines for special needs/ social considerations resources.
REFLECTIONS:
I found this assignment reflected in a shortened form the cyclical nature of collection management through the community analysis report analyzing the school location/population which assisted in addressing the collection needs evaluation assessment of the library sub collection which from this objective and subjective data using OPAC reports and observation to drive the weeding process ,which is used to justify the budget in acquiring more relevant appealing resources that better meet our schools goals and population.
I encountered some surprising book weeds from the 1970's and by actually choosing which books to weed really made me rationalize why it needed to be deselected using the MUSTIE criteria.
I decided not to replace single topic books on soccer or hockey because I found even if removed a few there was still a large selection. I checked out the DVD's for health/ physical education and I did not come across any that interested me and when I thought about it I had never seen a tv set for viewing but instead with smartboards teachers stream/download videos via their computers and that's why School Tube would be a good investment. I considered Scholastic magazine ;CHOICES for youth that addresses health/lifestyle choices but it would cost for 8 issues/year at minimum 10 for 12$ each is $968 so I couldn't justify that expense for our one class of grade 7/8.
I also checked out posters for physical education/health and was shocked about how expensive it was for example 40 posters laminated by Daydream Education was $581.89 and one poster Fitness for Life Physical activities for Teens poster was $1,491.01 on Amazon. I did print out one Braingym picture from Pinterest and by putting it on cardboard and laminating it it could be used. I found Pinterest very confusing as to which were allowed copyright to be reproduced and I had to read up on CREATIVE COMMONS and that as long as its indicates CC or there's a share it button then it can be used as long as the source is credited. Creative Commons proactively copyrights work to the creator who can issue regulations.how-to-use-pinterest-copyright-legally
Finally; when assessing the medicinewheel set of books I was disappointed when viewing online that the text print in the books was very small and crowded together which was not appealing though the content was extremely relevant. This assignment provided insight into the importance of making prudent and informed decisions on acquisitions in helping to form the best sub collection to meet student and staff needs within a budget. I found it was easy to get off track online with the many possibilities. So I only choose The Orange Shirt Story because its relevancy to our schools connection to First Nations and promotion of Orange Shirt Day on September 30th.
I also was surprised when some resources only shipped to the US so its important to check and be aware of shipping cost as usually its free for over 25$ worth.
This project gave me an appreciation for the many roles that a TL takes in the ongoing cyclical process to maintain a meaningful;responsive and dynamic collection that appeals to the 21st learner and meets unique need within their school while working within a set resources budget.
"Love Your Neighbor: Book List #1 Standing Up For Each Other". Jewishlibraries.Org, 2018, https://jewishlibraries.org/blog/id/403. Accessed 28 Nov 2018.
I encountered some surprising book weeds from the 1970's and by actually choosing which books to weed really made me rationalize why it needed to be deselected using the MUSTIE criteria.
I decided not to replace single topic books on soccer or hockey because I found even if removed a few there was still a large selection. I checked out the DVD's for health/ physical education and I did not come across any that interested me and when I thought about it I had never seen a tv set for viewing but instead with smartboards teachers stream/download videos via their computers and that's why School Tube would be a good investment. I considered Scholastic magazine ;CHOICES for youth that addresses health/lifestyle choices but it would cost for 8 issues/year at minimum 10 for 12$ each is $968 so I couldn't justify that expense for our one class of grade 7/8.
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Finally; when assessing the medicinewheel set of books I was disappointed when viewing online that the text print in the books was very small and crowded together which was not appealing though the content was extremely relevant. This assignment provided insight into the importance of making prudent and informed decisions on acquisitions in helping to form the best sub collection to meet student and staff needs within a budget. I found it was easy to get off track online with the many possibilities. So I only choose The Orange Shirt Story because its relevancy to our schools connection to First Nations and promotion of Orange Shirt Day on September 30th.
I also was surprised when some resources only shipped to the US so its important to check and be aware of shipping cost as usually its free for over 25$ worth.
This project gave me an appreciation for the many roles that a TL takes in the ongoing cyclical process to maintain a meaningful;responsive and dynamic collection that appeals to the 21st learner and meets unique need within their school while working within a set resources budget.
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