Library
Library Hours: 8:45 am - 3:30 pm
Kati Penner - Librarian
kpenner@dsdmail.net
801-402-3410
There are hundreds of other books available for check out on Sora - Davis District's digital library! With your student username (full email address: i.e. 28astudent@go.dsdmail.net) and number password, you have access to both titles from the District, as well as some that have been purchased for Kaysville Elementary students exclusively and that they will have first priority for. There are ebooks, audiobooks and fun read alouds for all grade levels! If you have questions about how to log in, please email Mrs. Penner at kpenner@dsdmail.net.
School Library Mission Statement
The mission of the Kaysville Elementary Library is to provide opportunities for growth and collaboration for students, teachers and community members through reading, research, and literacy focused activities. The goal of all activity in our library is to promote a lifelong love of reading, learning, and effective use of technology to navigate our ever-changing world. As Kaysville Dragons, we will work together to make the library the heart of our school, where all may come to read, learn, and enjoy activities that strengthen ourselves and our school.
LIBRARY EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Have a great summer, Dragons!
The new lists for Book Battles can be found under the "Davis Book Battles" tab on this page! Check out some of these great books over the summer from Sora or your local branch of the Davis County Library.
Remember to keep reading all summer long! See you in August!
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Procedures and Guidelines
2021-2022 Kaysville Elementary
(updated October, 2021)
Library Disclosure
Library Visits: Each class has an assigned library time each week. Kindergarten visits are 15 minutes long. Grades 1-6 visits are 30 minutes long. Library visits allow for instruction, book recommendations, story sharing and the exchange of books. In order to be prepared for library, a student must come with their library book(s) or something to read.
Library Cards: Each student in grades 1-6 will be issued a library card at the beginning of the school year. Cards are to remain in the library and will be used during class library visits. Lost or damaged cards are the responsibility of each student. Kindergarten will not be issued cards, but will be able to check out with help from the librarian after Winter Break.
Open Library: The library will be open for the exchange of books at any time that Mrs. Penner is in the library and there is not a class scheduled for their library time. Students must have permission from their teacher to come to the library to exchange their books. Students wanting or needing a weekly exchange of books are invited and encouraged to find a time during the week they don't have a class visit to come and check in and out new books.
Checkout Limits: These will take place after our “library training” in the beginning of the year.
Kindergarten: 1 book per visit after Winter Break
1st & 2nd grade: 2 books per visit
3rd & 4th grade: 3 books per visit
5th & 6th grade: 4 books per visit
Holds: Students may place books on hold. Students may have up to 2 books on hold at a time. Students will be taught to access their account online for this procedure. When a book comes in that is on hold, it will be checked out to the student with the hold and delivered to their teacher's box or directly to their classroom. If the student already has the maximum amount of books checked out, they will receive a notice to come turn in one of their books in order to pick up their hold. Books will remain on hold for 5 days. If the book is not checked out by then, the book will go to the next student with a hold.
Overdue or Damaged Books: Books are checked out for 10 school days. However, students are encouraged to bring their books each week and renew them if they have not finished. They may renew the books an indefinite number of times unless another student has requested the same title. Once the book is overdue, an automated email will be sent to their parents and teacher. Mrs. Penner will also inform students of any overdue books during their library time. If a book is damaged, students may be assessed a fine to replace the book if it cannot be repaired. No overdue fees will be charged for late books, however, students with late/missing books or any unpaid fines will not be allowed to continue to check out until overdue materials are returned or renewed or fines are paid. Fines may be added to the Encore system at the end of the school year if they have not been paid.
End-of-year Book Return: All books are to be accounted for by the student’s final visit 2 weeks before school gets out for the summer. Classes with all books returned by the deadline set by Mrs. Penner will earn a reward day in the library and given the opportunity to vote on what they would like to do as a class. Students with missing or unaccounted library materials will not be allowed to attend Field-Day activities.
Lost or Damaged Books: Per district policy, payment is required for the loss or damage of a book. The payment due will be the cost of the book at the time of acquisition plus a $2.00 processing fee. The school will not accept a copy of the lost book in exchange of payment. If the book is found WITHIN 30 DAYS, a refund will be issued by the district. NO REFUNDS WILL BE GIVEN AFTER 30 DAYS. Payment should be made to Kaysville Elementary Library.
Book Selection Policy: The aim of the Kaysville Elementary library is to have a current, engaging, relevant and diverse collection of books. When choosing books, a first consideration is given to procuring titles that have proved popular with our student body. Careful attention is given to providing texts which will complement each grade’s curriculum and core standards, along with striving to keep up-to-date informational materials, as budget allows. There is also an effort to provide information on a wide variety of topics, which might be relevant to the ages and maturity levels of our students. Students will be taught how, and are encouraged, to find books that are appropriate for them. If a title does not work for a student, they are encouraged to return it and find something that is a better fit. Davis School District recognizes the right of parents under state law and District Policy 11IR-107, Recognizing Constitutional Freedoms in Public Schools, to restrict their child's access to materials the parent deems inappropriate. However, no parent has the right to make that decision on behalf of other students. A parent desiring to restrict their own child's access to specific library books or materials shall submit the request in writing to the librarian at the school the child is attending. Davis School District's policy on challenging books and the forms to do so can be obtained on the Davis Library Media page, located under the Academics tab on the district website. The challenging of any title must be submitted by a parent or guardian of a current/active student of Kaysville Elementary.
In conjunction with the above mentioned policy, Kaysville Elementary has in place a school-level Library Advisory committee and a Collection Evaluation Committee that consists of no less than five members. These are under the direction of the school principal and chaired by the library media teacher. Committee members represent an equitable cross-section of school community stakeholders that may include an administrator, grade level teacher(s), parent representative, and student representative where appropriate. These committees provide input, promote library programs, and may assist in challenges to materials at the school level. See link for more information.
If you have any other concerns or questions, please refer to the Parents FAQ sheet here.
Book Care: Please ensure that library books are well cared for while they are in your home. Keep them away from food, liquid, small children and pets. Store them in a safe and clean location. Please keep bottled water and library books in separate parts of student backpacks
Behavior: Students are expected to exhibit appropriate library behavior during class and open library times. Respect and kindness are expected towards both Mrs. Penner, other students, the library books and the library space itself. Students will have opportunities to earn rewards for both excellent individual and class behavior.
This year we will be focusing on both our school theme of TEAM and our district library them of BELIEVE IN... in the library! We will be exploring books that show us great examples of teamwork and believing in the amazing things that this world has to offer.
Happy Reading!
Kati Penner
Kaysville Elementary Librarian
Schedule
MONDAY |
TUESDAY |
WEDNESDAY |
THURSDAY |
FRIDAY |
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9-9:30 am |
OPEN LIBRARY |
Wolf - 6 |
Stansfield - 6 |
Ewing - 6 |
OPEN LIBRARY |
9:30-10 am |
OPEN LIBRARY |
Ewell - 3 |
Smith - 2 |
Moulton - 1 |
OPEN LIBRARY |
10:00-10:30 am |
OPEN LIBRARY |
Low - 3 |
10- 10:15am Thornock AM - Kinder
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10-10:15 am Alder AM – Kinder |
OPEN LIBRARY |
10:30 – 11:00 am |
OPEN LIBRARY |
Howes - 4
|
Montoya - 4
|
OPEN LIBRARY |
OPEN LIBRARY |
11:00- 12:00 am |
OPEN LIBRARY |
OPEN LIBRARY |
OPEN LIBRARY |
OPEN LIBRARY |
OPEN LIBRARY |
12- 12:30 pm |
LIBRARY CLOSED FOR LUNCH |
LIBRARY CLOSED FOR LUNCH |
LIBRARY CLOSED FOR LUNCH
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LIBRARY CLOSED FOR LUNCH
|
LIBRARY CLOSED FOR LUNCH
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1:15 – 1:45 pm |
OPEN LIBRARY |
Israelsen – 2 |
Flint - 2 |
David/Kemeny - 2 |
OPEN LIBRARY |
1:45 – 2:15 pm |
OPEN LIBRARY |
Fuller - 5
|
Heninger - 3 |
Olson - 5 |
OPEN LIBRARY |
2:15 – 2:45 pm |
OPEN LIBRARY |
Theurer - 1 |
Knavel - 1 |
2:30 –2:45pm Adler PM – Kinder
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OPEN LIBRARY |
2:45 – 3:15 pm |
OPEN LIBRARY |
Barney – 4
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OPEN LIBRARY |
OPEN LIBRARY |
OPEN LIBRARY |
School Library Events
Kaysville Elementary - SCARE UP A GOOD BOOK
Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Get your pumpkin decorating skills ready and decorate your pumpkin like your favorite book character, story setting or slogan that promotes reading!
Rules:
- Pumpkins may be brought in anytime from Monday, October 4th to end of school Monday, October 18th and will be judged on Friday, October 22nd. Winners will be announced Monday October 25th and pumpkins must go home by Thursday, October 28th or they will be disposed of
- Each entry must be a real pumpkin or a member of the pumpkin family.
- NO carved or cut pumpkins will be accepted. Please make sure that the skin of the pumpkin is not punctured in any way. Any air introduced to the interior of the pumpkin can cause it to rot!
- Objects, paper, and materials of any kind may be glued to the pumpkins. Students may also draw or paint on their pumpkin entries.
- Please keep entry designs school appropriate. (no blood, gore, offensive words or slogans etc.)
- Contestants must indicate what book their pumpkin is based on. (entrants may bring their own books in to display with their pumpkin or Mrs. Penner will find the book in our library or print out a picture of the cover to display)
- Students must be able to bring the pumpkin into the school themselves. Parents will not be allowed to bring their student’s entry into the school. (keep them on the smaller side!)
- All pumpkins must go home on Thursday, Oct. 28th or they will be disposed of.
- Pumpkins will be judged on Originality, Creativity, Student’s Own Work and Representation of the Reading Theme.
Judging will take place in the following categories:
Kindergarten & 1st grade
2nd & 3rd grade
4th-6th grade
Family or Group Entries (if you would like to decorate and submit one pumpkin as a family or work with friends or classmates to decorate an entry together)
Prizes will be given for each category and an overall Best of Show.
Good Luck and Happy Decorating!
Book Lists and Reviews
Library Standards
The Library Media DESK focuses and prioritizes the reading and information literacy skills that students need to know and be able to use to help them read and research effectively in all subjects and with a variety of technologies.
Elementary DESK
K-5 Elementary Library Media Standards and Scope and Sequence
Secondary DESK Standards
6-12 Secondary Library Media Standards
Utah State Board of Education Library Media Standards
Davis Book Battles
DAVIS BOOK BATTLES 2022-2023
If a student/parent has any concerns about any book on their student's grade level list, the book can be exchanged for a similar book. The similarities would include reading level, page count and genre. Communication with Mrs. Penner is encouraged.
3rd and 4th grade list:
Title |
Author |
Lexile |
|
Pages |
Genre |
The Case of the Lost Boy |
Dori Hillestad Butler |
450 |
|
123 |
Mystery/Animal |
The Chocolate Touch |
Patrick Skene Catling |
770 |
|
87 |
Fantasy |
Dragons in a Bag |
Zetta Elliott |
740 |
|
154 |
Fantasy |
Duke |
Kirby Larson |
540 |
|
225 |
Historical Fiction |
El Deafo |
Cece Bell |
420 |
|
233 |
GN - Memoir |
Fablehaven |
Brandon Mull |
700 |
|
359 |
Fantasy |
The Hoboken Chicken Emergency |
Daniel Pinkwater |
780 |
|
101 |
Science Fiction |
I Survived Hurricane Katrina, 2005 |
Lauren Tarshis |
590 |
|
95 |
Realistic Fiction |
The Magical Ms. Plum |
Bonnie Becker |
670 |
|
101 |
Fantasy |
The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane |
Kate DiCamillo |
700 |
|
210 |
Fantasy/Animal |
Ramona the Pest |
Beverly Cleary |
850 |
|
211 |
Realistic/Humor |
Rescue on the Oregon Trail |
Kate Messner |
690 |
|
125 |
Fantasy/Historical |
Stone Fox |
John Reynolds Gardiner |
|
81 |
Historical Fiction |
|
Two Bobbies: A True Story of Hurricane Katrina, Friendship, and Survival |
Kirby Larson |
810 |
|
32 |
NF - Historical |
Upside Down Magic |
Sarah Mlynowski |
500 |
|
196 |
Fantasy |
5th and 6th grade list:
Title |
Author |
Lexile |
Pages |
Genre |
Candy Bomber |
Michael O. Tunnell |
1130 |
110 |
NF - Historical |
The Crossover |
Kwame Alexander |
750 |
237 |
Sports/Poetry |
The Dragon with the Chocolate Heart |
Stephanie Burgis |
|
247 |
Fantasy |
The Fourteenth Goldfish |
Jennifer L. Holm |
550 |
195 |
Science Fiction |
Frindle |
Andrew Clements |
830 |
105 |
Realistic Fiction |
Fuzzy Mud |
Louis Sachar |
700 |
181 |
Science Fiction |
Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone |
J. K. Rowling |
880 |
309 |
Fantasy |
The Lightning Thief |
Rick Riordan |
740 |
377 |
Fantasy |
My Life as a Potato |
Arianne Costner |
640 |
261 |
Humor |
Nathan Hale's Hazardous Tales: One Dead Spy |
Nathan Hale |
270 |
127 |
GN - Biography |
A Night Divided |
Jennifer Nielsen |
810 |
317 |
Historical Fiction |
The Night Diary |
Veera Hiranandani |
700 |
264 |
Historical Fiction |
Restart |
Gordon Korman |
730 |
243 |
Realistic/Humor |
Roller Girl |
Victoria Jamieson |
440 |
235 |
GN - Sports |
Wedgie and Gizmo |
Suzanne Selfors |
550 |
168 |
Humor |
Book Battles - 2nd Grade:
The Lorax - Dr. Seuss
Owl Diaries: Eva Sees a Ghost - Rebecca Elliott
Inspector Flytrap - Tom Angleberger & Cece Bell
Step Into the Rainforest - Howard Rice
Magic Treehouse: Afternoon on the Amazon - Mary Pope Osborne
Rodeo Time: Stuart J. Murphy
Scaredy Squirrel Makes a Friend: Melanie Watt
The True Story of the Three Little Pigs: Jon Scieszka
Junie B. Jones has a Peep in her Pocket - Barbara Park
The Three Little Wolves and the Big Bad Pig - Eugene Trivizas
Book Battles - First Grade:
Horton Hatches the Egg - Dr. Seuss
A Bad Case of Stripes - David Shannon
Can I Play Too? - Mo Willems
Strega Nona - Tomie DePaola
Luke on the Loose - Harry Bliss
Where the Wild Things Are - Maurice Sendak
Pig the Pug - Aaron Blabey
Red: A Crayon's Story - Michael Hall
Goldilocks and the Three Bears - James Marshall
Goldilocks and the Three Dinosaurs - Mo Willems