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Library as an Active Learning Hub: Enhancing K-4 Curriculum with Technology, Literacy, and Creativity

Learn how the library can support K-4 curriculum through technology, literature, and brain research, creating a dynamic learning environment with centers, movement, music, and art. Explore collaborative projects, writing activities, math and science units tailored for young learners. Discover methods to engage students in learning, incorporating Common Core Curriculum Standards. Stay updated with research findings and education strategies to enrich the library experience for children. Reach out to Teacher Librarian, Michele E. Carroll, for more information.

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Library as an Active Learning Hub: Enhancing K-4 Curriculum with Technology, Literacy, and Creativity

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  1. Better Than P.E. . . Making the Library a Hub of Active Learning in a K-4 School How the library can be used to support the curriculum by incorporating technology (with limited access to computers), literature, Common Core Curriculum Standards, and current brain research to keep the learning atmosphere developmentally appropriate through the use of centers, movement, music and art. Michele E. Carroll, NBCT Teacher Librarian Forest Heights Elementary Harrison, AR PART 3 - Research in the LibraryAAIM 2013

  2. Not Centers but Still Fun Learning!Cooking in the Library Community Helpers unit on bakers had a sweet ending!

  3. Writing in the Library Writing opinions on the moon landing.

  4. Writing in the Library Persuading others to take care of the environment.

  5. Writing in the Library Poetry about autumn animal studies.

  6. Writing in the Library Writing takes all kinds of shapes in the library.

  7. Collaboration Gingerbread House Collaborative Project after reading Hansel and Gretel. A favorite activity for many K-4 boys and girls.

  8. Math in the Library Comparing height and hand length after reading Stand Straight Ella Kate by Kate Klise

  9. Science in the Library 2nd Grade Moon Unit Papa, Please Get Me the Moon for Me by Eric Carle Life Cycle App: Moon Discovery Education video on Moon Phases Why the Sun and the Moon Live in the Sky by ElphinstoneDayrell and Blair Lent

  10. Science in the Library 3rd grade research unit on Magnets

  11. Science in the Library 3rd grade Research unit on Sound below: How Sound Travels Experiment right: Taking notes during Discovery Education video on Sound

  12. Science in the Library 3rd grade research on Light and Shadows Being Natural Explorers!

  13. Science in the Library All About Frogs!

  14. Research in the Library

  15. Research in the Library Resources in Arkansas Unit

  16. Research in the Library 4th Grade Economic Unit: American Entrepreneurs

  17. Research in the Library 3rd grade unit on Money.

  18. Research in the Library Using all available resources to look for information.

  19. Research in the Library Using all available resources to look for information. Tombstone Generator http://www.jjchandler.com/tombstone/

  20. Sources • Gilbert, Jaesook L., Helene A. Harte, and Carol Patrick. "Purposeful Play Leads to School Readiness." Dimensions of Early Childhood Vol 39.1 (2011): 29-35. Web • Medina, John. Brain Rules: 12 Principles for Surviving and Thriving at Work, Home, and School. Seattle, WA: Pear, 2008. Print. • Young, Cari S. The Centered School Library: Engaging Every Learner with Library Skills Centers. Madison, WI: Upstart, 2011. Print

  21. Contact Information Michele Carroll, NBCT Teacher Librarian Forest Heights Elementary School 1124 S. Tamarind Harrison, AR 72601 870.741.5837 (office) 870.741.2863 (Media Center) 870.741.8599 (FAX) http://micheleslibrary.wikispaces.com/ "There are many little ways to enlarge your child's world. Love of books is the best of all." - Jacqueline Kennedy

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