Author's Visit

On November 18th, second and fifth grade students were privileged with the visit of Laurie Cameron, US native and co-author of a book called The Ghost at Old Oak Way. Ms. Cameron introduced her book and spoke to the children on her experience as a published author. She answered questions, starting with how she came up with the idea for her book, where and when she wrote it, how long did it take to write it and how did she get it published. Students were very engaged with the presentation and some were even motivated to begin a book of their own. Ms. Cameron signed books for fifth-graders who purchased it.

Choosing Just-Right Books

Parents of 1st, 2nd and 3rd graders:

The first two weeks in November we will be working with your child to help him/her choose just-right books. We want our students to be succesful and confident readers and we know finding the right book can be the "spark your child needs to ignite his passion for reading". Each child is special to us and we want to reach each one at his/her level towards independent reading. Shortly, we will be sending information on how you can help us and your child in achieving this goal.

Parents of 4th and 5th graders:

During the first two weeks in December, we will also be working with your child in helping him/her choose just-right books. We feel this is an on-going task required to prepare your child for independent reading. At present, fourth graders are getting ready for an oral test based on finding information in the library through the use of its electronic catalog. Students have a handout that reviews how this is done and we have also been practicing in class.

Fifth graders are working on taking notes for their research paper. Also, please read what has been posted on your homeroom teacher's blog. On Nov. 18th, we will be having an author-signing day. A US citizen, who currently resides in Honduras, will be reading from her book and autographing those bought by our students. I have read the book, and really enjoyed it. I hope your child will do so as well.

Welcome to our Library. As you may know, each year our school invests a lot of money to have, not only a good library, but a great one. This year, we have added over 2,000 items...which brings our grand total to 23,000 books that you and your children can enjoy.

FRIENDLY REMINDER

As a parent, you can check out 5 books per child you have registered at the American School. These, you can keep for two weeks, or less if you wish to return for more. We are more than happy to serve you