Banned Book Week

Today, we celebrated Banned Books Week in the 5th grade. This is just a brief introduction and 5th grade is the only grade that I do this lesson with. I started out with a puzzle for the students - what do all the books on the tables have in common? How are these books different from other books in the library?



They walked around and looked at the books and tried hard to figure it out. They were really surprised to find out that all of the books have been banned or challenged in libraries across the country Almost every fifth grader had read one or more of the books. We learn some of the facts and figures about banned books and have some interesting and thought provoking discussions.

We had a wonderful visit with author Lois Ruby and her husband, Dr. Tom Ruby today. We were especially excited to learn that her next book, due out in early 2017, is set in DALTON!






Mrs. Ruby signed copies of her books, too. We may be placing a second order as many students are asking to purchase signed books after meeting the author!

Lois Ruby Visit for 4th & 5th Grades

We are getting excited! Lois Ruby, author of "Steal Away Home," "The Doll Graveyard," "The Secret of Laurel Oaks," and many other books will be at Brookwood on Monday, September 28th. We will have two author visit sessions, one for 4th grade and one for 5th grade in the morning. In the afternoon, Mrs. Ruby will hold a writing workshop for each grade and several students from each homeroom will attend.

Bookfair ONLINE until 9/18!

Thanks to everyone who shopped, browsed, and especially volunteered at our Monster Book Fair!
If you forgot something or just still want to shop, our online book fair is open until midnight on Friday, September 18th!

Open until 7 pm at Ballyhoo!!

The book fair will be here all week. We will also be open from 5 - 7pm during Ballyhoo!
We have a great selection and there are lots of great values.

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