BELLE VERNON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

GENERAL SYLLABUS OUTLINE

**This syllabus is subject to change**

Course Name:

Library Science

Grade:

4

1.)

Course Description:

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

resources independently while continuing to enhance their appreciation of literature.

2.)

Learning Standards:

3.)

Student Objectives:

Students will:

v     Select books on their reading level and interest.

v     Use proper library etiquette.

v     Differentiate between fiction and non-fiction.

v     Locate information through classification and arrangement.

v     Locate materials by sing the card catalog and OPAC.

v     Use both print and non-print materials in the library.

v     Label parts of book.

v     Read periodicals for entertainment and information.

v     Define the nature and purpose of periodicals.

v     Locate and define specialized reference sources.

v     Understand basic skills to write a book report.

4.)

Course Text:

v  Library materials

5.)

Major Units or Themes:  (Include the following)

v     Book selection

v     Library etiquette

v     Book talks

v     Parts of books

v     Computer skills

v     Reference area

v     Book report

v     Using periodicals

v     Use of Card Catalog/OPAC

6.)

Teaching Methods:

v     Demonstrations

v     Lecture/Discussion

v     Guided Practice

v     Games

v     Modeling

v     Art of Storytelling

v     Book Talks

7.)

Assessment:

v     Observation

v     Seatwork