Below is a list of Library Actvities that can be compelted during your time at home. Additional information will be added while we are away from school. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to Mr. Berger at jberger@dg58.org
Most Stunning Libraries in the World
Who would've thought that libraries can be some of the most beautiful buildings in the world?! Let's take a few moments and explore 13 of The Most Stunning Libraries in The World. While you are watching, think about the best library you have visited? What does a library mean to you? Is it just a place books are kept or is it something mmore?
What's the best library you have visited? What library seemed like the coolest to you?
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Have You Read "Fahrenheit 451"?
Ray Bradbury's novel imagines a world where books are banned- and possessing, let alone reading them, is forbidden.The protagonist, Montag, is a fireman responsible for destroying what remains. The story raises the question: how can you preserve your mind in a society where free will, self-expression and curiosity are under fire? Iseult Gillespie examines what makes the dystopian novel a classic. Check out the video below...do you think it's worth reading?
Have you read another Classic book that everyone should read? Post it on the Herrick Book Recommendation list!
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Remembering 9/11
September 11, 2020, or Patriot Day, marks the 19th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks on the U.S. soil. Click on the link below to learn just a little more about the historical day.
How much do you really know about 9/11?
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What's Your Talent?
Everyone has a talent. Some can sing, rock the guitar, dance, tell jokes, score a soccer goal, or even eat a whole bag of chips in one sitting. Talents come in all shapes and sizes, so what's yours?
Click below to share a bit about what you are better than most. Bonus points if you share a video or photo of your talent!
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Ebooks Vs. Printed Books
It's time to debate, which do you prefer? Would you rather read a printed book or an ebook? Both have its pros and cons, but everyone has a preference.
Let us know which one you like better!
What do you think?
Writers' Roast
What would JK Rowling, Rick Riordan, Veronica Roth, Susan Collins, and John Green say to each other if they were in the same room? Check out this funny little video about some of our favorite YA Authors.
Lets imagine you were in the room...
What would you say?
Share a Book You Love
Getting bored of Netflix? While we are flattening the curve, let's read some books! Padlet is a great webtool that allows you to share ideas in a fun way. Click on the link below to access the Herrick Library Book Suggestion Padlet website. Share 2-3 sentence book review on a great book you have read recently. Make sure to look through some of the reviews to get some ideas for your next book. Remember, you can access thousands of books ONLINE using the Ebook opitons at the top of this page. Make sure to include a picture of the book cover on your post!
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Back To School!
Ready or not, here we go! We are back at school (kinda). This school year will definitely be one for the books. One might say we are making history!
Click on the button to share what you hope this school will bring!
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