Lafayette Elementary School Library
Lafayette Elementary Library serves as a resource center for over 400 students and 40 faculty and staff members. Students in grades K - 5 visit the library weekly. The library provides instruction in library skills, an introduction to recreational reading, access to a variety of reference materials and support for classroom curriculum. Students can also use the library during the morning and afternoon recess as well as during the lunch period.
Leopards Read!
There are lots of great places to find out about award winning books on the internet. Here are some of our favorites:
Award Winners:
Reading Lists:
Research
Here are some kid friendly places to start your research:
KidsClick is a site put together by librarians for kids.
Homework Center by the Multnomah County Library is another great directory.
Library of Congress for Kids is a fascinating place to start.
Ben's Guide has lots of information about the United States from the Government Printing Office.
Great Sites for Kids from the American Library Association.
ed1stop is a portal to Grolier Encyclopedia, Brainpop, United Streaming, Library Web bookmarks and more.
Username: jmaher_stuPassword hint: your mascot+s