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Feb 15, 20232 min read

Picture Books have been Categorized!

If you have ever been to the public library, you may have noticed that the picture books have been categorized (or genrefied, if you want...

Nov 4, 20221 min read

We Need Books with Neurodiverse Characters!

We need more books that represent the neurodiversity at our school! It's important students not only read about characters that reflect...

Oct 19, 20221 min read

STEAM Projects: Building a School

3rd grade architects worked together to build their dream school. Here were the steps: 1. We read If I Built a School, by Chris Van Dusen...

Mar 1, 20220 min read

Read Across America!

Feb 17, 20221 min read

WINTER OLYMPIC READING CHALLENGE!

Today, students will be handed their Winter Olympic Reading Challenge! Over Midwinter Break, students are encouraged to read a book from...

Jan 13, 20222 min read

Digital Citizenship in the Library!

This month we are focusing on what it means to be responsible digital citizens. To be a good digital citizen entails treating people...

Nov 23, 20211 min read

Peter Brown is coming to Briarwood!

I’m thrilled to announce that Peter Brown, author and illustrator of many hilarious and delightful books, is virtually visiting...

Sep 22, 20211 min read

Campfire Stories!

"What is your favorite place to hear stories or read?" This was the first question I asked students this year. There were many different...

Sep 17, 20211 min read

International Dot Day (Week) in the Library!

It’s time for students to make their MARK in the Library! Inspired by The Dot, by Peter Reynolds, International Dot Day was on September...

Sep 16, 20212 min read

Mr. Schmitt's top 10 picks from the summer!

Picture Book, Grades K-5 Meet Shanti, a girl who navigates two worlds. Whether she is learning Bangla or English letters, watching...