BELLE VERNON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

GENERAL SYLLABUS OUTLINE

**This syllabus is subject to change**

Course Name:

Library Science

Grade:

3

1.)

Course Description:

Library Science on the third grade level is designed to enable the students to begin to use the library

resources independently while continuing to enhance their appreciation of books.

2.)

Learning Standards:

3.)

Student Objectives:

Students will:

v     Select books on their reading level and interest.

v     Use proper library etiquette.

v     Use the encyclopedia both print and online.

v     Locate books on the shelves using the card catalog.

v     Introduce Dewey Decimal System.

v     Recognize the Caldecott and Newberry Awards.

v     Label parts of books.

v     Use periodicals as a source of entertainment and information.

v     Use educational websites.

v     Use the computerized catalog. (OPAC)

v     Read newspapers both for enjoyment and educational purposes.

4.)

Course Text:

v  No actual text; books are selected from library collection and various independent sources.

5.)

Major Units or Themes:  (Include the following)

v     Locate books on the shelves by subject and author

v     Story time using various types of literature

v     Card catalog

v     Reference section

v     Periodical usage

v     Dewey Decimal System

v     Parts of books

v     Computer use

v     Caldecott and Newberry Awards

6.)

Teaching Methods:

v     Demonstrations

v     Lecture/Discussion

v     Guided Practice

v     Games

v     Worksheets

v     Art of Storytelling

7.)

Assessment:

v     Observation

v     Seatwork