🎨🌌 Art & Inquiry: Exploring the Northern Lights

This week in advisory, students embarked on a dazzling journey to learn about the Northern Lights! (Thank you to The Book Wrangler's online content years ago for the inspiration!) Using engaging resources like Wonderopolis and PebbleGo, they discovered the science and stories behind this natural phenomenon. These resources provided the perfect balance of information and wonder, sparking questions and discussion.

After diving into the facts, it was time for creativity to take center stage. Students used paper and pastels to craft their own vibrant interpretations of the Northern Lights. As different YouTube videos about the Northern Lights played in the background, like the one below, students' creativity took over.

With soft hues blending across dark backgrounds, their artwork captured the magic of the auroras. This hands-on activity connected inquiry with artistry, leaving students with both knowledge and a personal art piece. Activities like these showcase the power of combining literacy, creativity, and discovery in library spaces!

📕📕English I Book Talks

This week, I had the pleasure of hosting freshman English classes to deliver two engaging book talk presentations. Each session introduced students to an exciting mix of historical fiction, realistic fiction, and fresh titles by both popular and debut authors. From interesting narratives set in the past to contemporary stories that reflect students' challenges and achievements, there was something for every kind of reader.

In both presentations, we explored gripping tales from history—Bluebird by Sharon Cameron and The Color of a Lie by Kim Johnson. Other titles spotlighted included realistic fiction mysteries and adventures alongside buzz-worthy new releases that students won’t want to miss. After the presentation, students had time to browse the shelves and connect with stories, checking out books, and sharing their excitement with one another. How awesome it is to match students with books!