What's in this Newsletter?
What students have been working on:
Grades K+1:
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Grade 3 Lessons:
- Rings of Responsibility: Teaching digital citizenship is all about helping kids think beyond themselves and recognize the ripple effects of their actions. Personal responsibility is important, but understanding their responsibilities to others can help kids unlock new ways to learn and connect with their communities -- and even change those communities for the better.
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- Password Powerups: Stronger, more secure online passwords are a good idea for everyone. But how can we help kids create better passwords and actually remember them? Use the tips in this lesson to help kids make passwords that are both secure and memorable.
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- Our Digital Citizenship Pledge: Belonging to various communities is important for kids' development. But some online communities can be healthier than others. Show your students how they can strengthen both online and in-person communities by creating norms that everyone pledges to uphold.
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Grade 4 Lessons:
- Private vs. Personal Information: It's in our students' nature to share and connect with others. But sharing online comes with some risks. How can we help kids build strong, positive, and safe relationships online? Help your students learn the difference between what's personal and what's best left private.
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- Our Online Tracks: Your digital footprint can affect your online reputation for a long time. But kids don't always realize that digital footprints aren't just a personal matter. Show your students how they can contribute to a positive digital reputation, both for themselves and for others.
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- Keeping Games Fun and Friendly: Social interaction is part of what makes online gaming so popular and engaging for kids. Of course, online communication can come with some risks. Show your students how to keep their gaming experiences fun, healthy, and positive.
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Grade 5 Lessons:
- Digital Friendships: Kids make friends everywhere they go -- including online. But are all of these friendships the same? How can kids start online friendships and also learn ways to stay safe? Help your students understand both the benefits and the risks of online-only friendships.
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- Is it Cyberbullying?: Let's face it: Some online spaces can be full of negative, rude, or downright mean behavior. But what counts as cyberbullying? Help your students learn what is -- and what isn't -- cyberbullying, and give them the tools they'll need to combat the problem.
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- Reading New Online: Kids find and read news in lots of different ways. But studies show they're not very good at interpreting what they see. How can we help them get better? Teaching your students about the structure of online news articles is an important place to start.
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More About Digital Citizenship:
Digital citizenship is the responsible use of technology to learn, create, and participate. From Common Sense Media Education: "Children are growing up with the power of digital media and technology to explore, connect, create, and learn in new ways. With this power, young people have great opportunities, but they also face challenges and dilemmas. Schools are dealing with the ramifications, including issues such as online safety, cyberbullying, privacy, hate speech, misinformation, and digital distraction. To address these issues, schools are creating a positive culture around media and technology by incorporating digital citizenship education as part of their curricula." "Common Sense’s Digital Citizenship Curriculum addresses critical issues facing children in a fast-changing world of media and technology. The innovative lessons teach students to think critically and develop the habits of mind to navigate digital dilemmas in their everyday lives. It was created in collaboration with Project Zero at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, guided by research with thousands of educators and parents." This curriculum aligns with U.S. education standards. These include Common Core (ELA), ISTE, CASEL, AASL, and TEKS. | |
Click the link above to visit the Common Sense Media website to learn more.
"Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, books, and more so parents can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. We offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Our timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age."
"Common Sense Media rates movies, TV shows, books, and more so parents can feel good about the entertainment choices they make for their kids. We offer the largest, most trusted library of independent age-based ratings and reviews. Our timely parenting advice supports families as they navigate the challenges and possibilities of raising kids in the digital age."
Hope Scholastic Book Fair!
January Library Lessons:
Grades K+1:
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Grades 4+5:
- Students will also be working on a research unit. Grade 4 will study inventors and grade 5 will study space. Students will use both book and website sources. They will present their information using a google slide to their classmates.
Student Work
Clayville Pre-K:
Storybook Pumpkin Patch Contest Winners!
Grades 3-5 Digital Ornament Activity:
Library Announcements
All students should be keeping their books in their backpacks for safe keeping.
Parent Teacher Conferences:
Report Cards:
- Backpacks keeps library books dry when its raining or snowing.
- It protects the books from pets.
- By keeping their book in their backpack they will never forget their book on library day since it travels to and from school.
- All books need to be brought to library EVERY WEEK. Students MUST show Mrs. Serdechny their books even if they are RENEWING (keeping their book for another week).
- Keep their library books in the plastic Library Bag provided for extra precautions.
Parent Teacher Conferences:
- More Info to come
- January 11th and 13th
- I will be at Clayville on Tuesday and Hope on Thursday
Report Cards:
Library Links
Click your school's button below to view each School's Library Web page. On this web page you can find things such as:
- Library Policies and Procedures
- Search the Library Catalog
- RI Children's Book Award Information
- Information for Parents
- Link to the Library Newsletters
- Technology & Educational Websites
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