NS Library  
 

 

Where Readers are Leaders & Learning is Loved!

E-mail Mrs. Young :  jcyoung@angletonisd.net

Library Hours:  7:30- 4:00 Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays

7:30-3:15 Wednesdays and Fridays

Lib_1_09       Parent Library Night

Tuesday, October 27th

6:00-7:00 p.m.

Learn about our Reading Rocks Listening Lab, our E-books, Play-Away Audiobooks, & Northside's After-School Reading Club.

 

 

General Library Information:   

Students are encouraged to read a wide variety of books and take tests through the Accelerated Reader program.  Students have minimal test point requirements as set by their teachers.  However, students who go above and beyond the requirement can earn special recognition! 

 

Fall 2009 Radical Reader Trip:

The deadline to earn Radical Reader points is Friday, December 12th.  The Fall Trip will be to Houston Museum of Science and a picnic in Herman Park!  Students must earn all of the required points with at least an 80% average. 

The December trip is open to 2nd, 3rd, and 4th grade students.

RADICAL READER POINT GOALS

 2nd Grade (August 24th- Dec. 12th): 40 pts    

 3rd Grade (August 24th- Dec. 12th):   50 pts  

4th Grade (August 24th- Dec. 12th):   60 pts

 

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Northside Library Search

 

Science and Math Through Literature Ebooks

Click here to listen to science and math ebooks. Each book can be read in English or Spanish, teaches specific math and/or science concepts, and have an audio on/off switch. The vast majority of these books are on our AR test list.

 

**** TumbleBooks Ebook Feature****

This link will allow you to access a wide range of picture and chapter books on line!  My favorite section so far is the Tumble Books storybooks.  Feel free to explore the site and create your own favorite links!

 

Storyline Online

This is a fantastic site with books being read by members of the Screen Actors Guild. There are also activities that correlate with the different stories. 

   

Accelerated Reader and Math Facts in a Flash

Parents may click on the link and type in their child's user name and password. (These should be written in your child's planners.)  Once you have connected, you can check your child's AR points, look at what tests they have taken, and search for new AR book test titles all from the comfort or you home.  You can even set it up so you can receive an e-mail each time your child takes a test!

Click Here to Access AR/Math HomeConnect

 

Encyclopedia Brittanica School Edition

   Username:  nsestx  Password:  wildcats

     

  Study IslandA comprehensive study/ game program for 4th graders!

 

BEAR (Be Excited About Reading) Goals

 Goal 1st grade   2nd Grade 3rd / 4th Grade
 Blue  10 15  20 
 White 15  25  35 
 Green 20  35  50 
 Purple 25  45  65 
 Brown 50  65  80 
 Pink(small trophy) 75  90  100 
 Yellow (medium trophy) 135  150  160 
 Red (large trophy) 200  225  235 
 Rainbow (x-Large trophy) 300  330 375
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***Students must maintain at least 80% correct in order to qualify for BEARs.

 

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Useful Links:

Reading Strategies and Tips (sites to help students become more proficient readers)

      

 
 
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