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Dear “Library Lady”

Explore dynamic solutions for librarian challenges: Live Binders, PROBE method, collaboration tips, and Tagxedo tool. Engage students creatively, support teachers, and streamline workflow. Empower your library resources!

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Dear “Library Lady”

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  1. Dear “Library Lady” Presented by Dee Ann Douglas Mohawk Elementary Denise Enriquez Wallace Elementary Richardson ISD Library Media Specialists

  2. Today’s Mail…What’s Happening? • Agenda • Meet the “Library Ladies” • Answer questions unique to 21st century librarians • Highlight Lesson Plans supporting the curriculum and content area TEKS • “Live Mail” Question & Answer

  3. Dear“Library Lady” Dear “Library Lady”, I’m working on long-term projects with 3 different teachers and presenting at a conference with another librarian. Time for face to face planning is challenging, not to mention huge piles of paper on my desk. Don’t even get me started on how many flash drives I’ve lost! I need HELP! Frantically yours, Frazzled and Dazed in Dallas

  4. Dear Frazzled and dazed, I have an idea!!

  5. LIVE BINDERS! • Free online service • Create files into a “binder” and store online • Set up “binder” as “collaborative” for specific librarian/teacher unit lesson(s) • Keep projects and media together with live web links

  6. LIVE BINDERS! • Share your “binder” or keep “private • Search and view others’ “binders” on specific searchable themes • Eliminate need for flash drives, USBs, or CDs • Access “binders” from any online computer 24/7!

  7. Register and go!

  8. Organize and access files and sites

  9. Look at each other’s work

  10. Share with a partner!

  11. Dear“Library Lady” Dear “Library Lady”, I need an idea to combine research with writing and creativity while empowering students with knowledge. I want to help the kids be more curious and expressive. Can you help me out, please? “Probingly” yours, Polly

  12. Dear “Probing” Polly, I have an idea!!

  13. P R O B E P ersonal R esearch O n B asically E verything

  14. Probe book example

  15. Probe Guidelines • Create probe on topic assigned by teacher • Develop on two adjoining pages • Require a 1” border pertaining to topic • Document all sources of information

  16. 6th Phobias 6th Stage Fright 6th Wolves

  17. Student secures own book Assignment given each Monday. Student Tasks (From RISD examples) Develop topic Research Organize all gathered topic information Plan art work Return finished probe book on Friday Managing Probe Books

  18. Probe “topic”

  19. Teacher Tasks (from RISD examples) Review books and assess for content Assign grades in content curriculum areas (Language Art, Reading, Social Studies, Science, or Math) Take Note Complete (students) all probe books in class Finish incomplete pieces from the day at home Research utilizing people, reference books, online resources, magazines, etc. Managing Probe Books

  20. sample Probe Book rubric

  21. sample Probe Book rubric

  22. Probe “Border” Example

  23. Probe “title”

  24. Probe “Completely Colored”

  25. Dear“Library Lady” Dear “Library Lady”, It’s only October. Dedicated teachers are frazzled trying to fit curriculum into daily plans while wondering about the new STAAR test. They’re asking for more instruction time in the library. How can I be an even more visible “team player”, yet remain true to our mission? “STAAR” Struck, Starla

  26. Dear “STAAR” Struck Starla, I have an idea!!

  27. Collaborate, collaborate, collaborate Align library lessons Collaborate, collaborate, collaborate The “plan”

  28. “poetic”postingsSixth Grade

  29. Maybelle in the Soupby Katie SpeckSecond Grade

  30. Maybelle in the Soupby Katie Speck

  31. Maybelle in the Soupby Katie Speck

  32. Maybelle in the Soupby Katie SpeckSecond Grade

  33. The “plan” Make every library opportunity count Collaborate, collaborate, collaborate Savor the moments

  34. Dear“Library Lady” Dear “Library Lady”, The problem with being “fabulous” on the job is that my teachers expect more! How can I give them the unexpected and be practical? What do you have in your mailbag that I can use to impress my fans? “Practically” yours, Penny

  35. Dear “Practical” Penny, I have an idea!!

  36. Tagxedo.com • A free service • Create “word picture” from any number of inputted words • Control font, color scheme, and shape • Similar to Wordle.com with more choices

  37. Tagxedo.com uses • Alternative to list making activities such as verbs, pronouns, nouns, etc. • Copy and paste ability to create pictures from any text • Visual enhancement for student essays • Easy to use Technology application tool !

  38. Making a tagxedo • Go to the Tagxedo website http://www.tagxedo.com/ • Download the Tagxedo application • Highlight desired text and hit <CTRL> C, then <CTRL> V to paste into program

  39. Tagxedo examplewatch closely! The stars at night - are big and brightDeep in the heart of texas.The prairie sky - is wide and highDeep in the heart of texas.The sage in bloom - is like perfumeDeep in the heart of texas.Reminds me of - the one I loveDeep in the heart of Texas.The cowboys cry - ki-yip-pie-yiDeep in the heart of texas.The rabbits rush - around the brushDeep in the heart of texas.The coyotes wail - along the trailDeep in the heart of texas.The doggies bawl - and bawl and bawlDeep in the heart of texas.

  40. Deep in the heart of texas

  41. Same but different!

  42. Dear “Library Lady” Dear “Library Lady”, The new “buzz words” in our District are “student driven learning”, “differentiation”, and “menus”. Help me with library lesson ideas that incorporate all of these concepts. Thoroughly Modern, Millie

  43. Dear Millie, I have an idea!!

  44. What are “menus”? • Provide for “differentiated” learning experiences • Create student driven learning environment based on choice • Offer opportunities for exciting content area activities/products • Assess major concepts learned in core content areas – language arts, math, science, and social studies

  45. “Poetry” Menu

  46. “tic tac toe” menu

  47. “Biomes” Menu

  48. Dear “Library Lady” Dear “Library Lady” Dear “Library Lady”, Whew! A lot of information was presented today and I am on absolute overload at the moment. How can I get a copy of the specific plans or reach you if I have questions? Cordially, “Curious” Cathy

  49. Dear “Curious” Cathy, I have an idea!!

  50. Dear “Library Lady” Presentation Materials • Linked to our websites Dee Ann (Mohawk) http://libraries.risd.org/mohlib/ Denise (Wallace) http://libraries.risd.org/wallib/ • Created in LiveBinders author – “capecodbeaches” • Available by email • Posted on Library Expo website • Contact via phone call • Dee Ann Douglas – 469-593-6613 • Denise Enriquez - 469-593-2606

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