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Howard County Library
Administrative Offices
6600 Cradlerock Way
Columbia, MD 21045
410.313.7750
www.hclibrary.org
The A+ Partners in Education initiative between Howard County Library and
the Howard County Public School System is designed to promote scholarship,
eliminate student achievement gaps, and expand academic opportunities for
students.
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Elementary
2008 - 2009
Designated Library Branches
C lass D escriptions
If you have questions or want to schedule a class, please call or
Stories Galore/Guest Readers
email the appropriate person listed below.
central library
Elisabeth Proffen
410.313.7880
Bryant Woods
Clarksville
Clemens Crossing
[email protected]
Fulton
Longfellow
Pointers Run
Running Brook
Swansfield
Multicultural Medley
east columbia branch
Irva Gabin
410.313.7730
[email protected]
Atholton
Cradlerock School
Guilford
Jeffers Hill
Phelps Luck
Stevens Forest
Students learn that reading is fun as Library instructors read new
tales and old favorites. Teachers may request a particular theme.
30 minute presentation; grades pre-K-3.
Talbott Springs
Thunder Hill
Students will sample cultures of the world through stories, songs,
and activities. Alternatively, choose one of the following topics:
Africa, North America or Native America, South America, Asia,
Australia, Europe. 45 minute presentation; grades 1-5.
Kindness Counts (Choose Civility)
elkridge branch
Kim Ha
410.313.5085
Bellows Spring
Deep Run
Elkridge
Ilchester
glenwood branch
Tanya Malveaux
410.313.5580
Bushy Park
Dayton Oaks
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Bollman Bridge
Forest Ridge
Once Upon a Fairy Tale (language arts)
Triadelphia Ridge
West Friendship
Students identify and discuss characteristics of both traditional
and fractured fairy tales, through stories and activities. 45-60
minute presentation; grades 2-3.
[email protected]
St. Johns Lane
Veterans
Waterloo
savage branch
Amber Haslinger
410.880.5978
Character education is enhanced through a variety of stories and
activities. 30 minute presentation; grade 2.
Rockburn
[email protected]
Lisbon
Manor Woods
miller branch
Stacey Freedman
410.313.1955
Centennial Lane
Hollifield Station
Northfield
[email protected]
Waverly
Worthington
[email protected]
Gorman Crossing
Hammond
Laurel Woods
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check source, visit www.hclibrary.org, or call a branch for more information
Books Galore
Give your students a shot of reading inspiration with tempting
talks on books, authors, and series. Emphasis placed on newly
published books. 30 minute presentation; grades 3-5.
Chesapeake Choices (life and environmental science)
Students are encouraged to “Think Green” as they play the
Chesapeake Choices Jeopardy game. Students will learn new
vocabulary, explore the Library’s science resources, and discover
how to make good environmental choices. A perfect Earth Day
or green classroom activity. 60 minute presentation; grades 3-5.
Online Tools: Homework & Science Fair Projects
(technology)
Students introduced to online tools for homework and science
fair projects. Topics may include accessing the Library’s online
resources, searching the Library’s catalog, and choosing credible
web sites. Teachers may request AskUsNow, Learning Express,
and Live Homework Help information, as well as science fair
projects and history day resources. 45 minute presentation; grades
4-5.
Spirit of America (social studies)
Students will test their knowledge of people, places, and events as
they play a game. Students also will be inspired with short talks
on related fiction and nonfiction books. Teachers may choose
Maryland, Colonial America, or the American Revolution. 60
minute presentation; grade 4-5.
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Kindergarten, Here We Come!
Stories and activities to help mark that all important first day.
Includes a school bus that students practice boarding. For
children entering Kindergarten this fall. 45 minutes. Available
at all branches in August.
Go Figure (math)
A class teaching early math concepts inspired by children’s
literature and everyday activities. Four-week series. Ages 3-6
with adult; 45 minutes.
Fall/Spring into Science (science)
A class exploring simple science concepts and experiments
inspired by children’s literature. Four-week series. Ages 3-6 with
adult; 45 minutes.
The World Around Me (social studies)
A class exploring simple social studies concepts inspired by
children’s literature. Four-week series. Ages 3-6 with adult; 45
minutes.
What’s In My Art Box? (art)
This class sparks creativity through the four elements of art (line,
form, color, texture), as inspired by children’s literature. Fourweek series. Ages 3-5 with adult; 45 minutes.
Discovering Great Artists (art)
Learn about a different artist and their art with each class. Then
create your own art. Ages vary from 5-9 or 6-9; 45-60 minutes.
Also look for classes using American Sign Language, and introducing other
science and literature concepts.
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When Scheduling a Class...
Student Contests
check source, visit www.hclibrary.org, or call a branch for more information
Howard County Library Spelling Bee
Classroom and school bees for students in grades 4 though 8
are to be held November through January. Winners advance to
the Library’s regional bee on March 14, 2009. The winner of
the regional bee will compete in the National Spelling Bee in
Washington, DC. The Howard County Spelling Bee is organized
under the rules of the Scripps National Spelling Bee.
BumbleBee
The BumbleBee prepares first, second, and third graders for the
Howard County Library Spelling Bee. The Library provides
suggested guidelines, lists of suggested words, and booklists.
The winners will be recognized at the Howard County Library
Spelling Bee.
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Title (e.g., Once Upon a Fairy Tale)
School name
Grade and number of students
Location (class, pod, media center, other)
Preferred dates (1st, 2nd, 3rd choices)
Preferred times (e.g., 10 am or 1:30 pm)
Your name and title
Preferred method of communication (phone number or
email address) and best times to reach you
Any special considerations or requests
Please call with the above information or use the online form
available at www.hclibrary.org on the teachers’ page.
Battle of the Books
Coordinated by Howard County Library and the Howard County
Public School System
Battle of the Books, a reading competition for fifth graders,
engages students who love to read. Teams read a total of 16 books
each. During the competition, the moderator will ask questions
about the books. Each member of the winning team, as well as the
second and third place teams, will receive a prize.
Request all classes at least three weeks in advance.
Please have several date/time options available.
A faculty member must be present during the class.
Classes may be adapted for the needs of English Language
Learners (ELL) and special education students and groups.
Classes are intended for one pod or classroom group.
See page 1 for whom to contact for planning.
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