Library
The
Saint Paschal Baylon School library is staffed by a full-time librarian,
a part-time library aide, and numerous parent volunteers. Our library
coordinates the school-wide, software-based Reading
Renaissance program, also known as Accelerated Reader, which
helps promote high level critical thinking skills and an increased
enjoyment in reading for our students. In addition, all classes
attend Library Science each week, and may check out any of over
9,000 books through our automated system.
Our beautiful school library was completely renovated during the summer of 2006, thanks to funds raised at our GALA 2006, and features five student-use computers as well as a fully stocked reference section. Study hall is provided Monday through Fridays after school for students able to work independently.
The SPBS library is truly an integral part of our language arts curriculum for all grades, K-8. We are blessed to have such a fantastic resource for our students.
Search Engines for Children
- Ask For Kids (formerly Ask Jeeves for Kids)
- Yahoo Kids
- Ramapo
Catskill Library Kid's Search Tools
- Fact Monster
Online Libraries for Children
- Bay Views- Association of Children's Librarians of Northern California
- Berkeley Public Library Kids Page
- de Grummond Children's Literature Collection
- Internet Public Library KidSpace
- Los Angeles Public Library Kid's Path
- Multnomah County Public Library Kids Page
- New York Public Library “On-Lion” for Kids
- Seminole County Library Kids' Page
- Thousand Oaks Library Kid's Corner
Mrs. Donna Howard, Librarian
Mrs. Sandy Reed, Library Aide