Frequently Asked Questions:
- What if my child finishes his book before the week is up?
- What if my child forgets her book on library day?
- What if my child loses his book?
- What if my child's library book gets damaged?
- Can I donate books to the library?
What if my child finishes his book before the week is up?
Great question!!! Here at Traver we have daily book exchange.
That means that as soon as your child finishes his book he can
bring it back and get a new one. Believe it or not, I have had
some children do this the very same day!! However, please keep in
mind that coming to the library on a non library day depends
largely on the classroom teacher's daily routine. It may
not fit in everyday, but most teachers encourage their children
to get to the library at least one other day during the week. So,
I hope to see your child more than just once a week!
What if my child forgets her book on library day?
This is a great opportunity to talk to your child about
responsibility. Finding a safe and consistent place for library
books, helps you to find them when you need them. But honestly,
it happens- even to me! We are all busy and as organized as we
try to be, we all forget sometimes. Your child will not be
punished or reprimanded in any way, but will not be allowed to
take a new book until the old one is returned. You will receive a
note about the late book, but this is just a reminder - not a
judgement. There are no fines for late books. While the other
children our selecting and checking out new books during class,
your child will be given something else to do. In the beginning
of the year this may be doing a puzzle or looking at an "I Spy"
book with a friend. As the year progresses, your child will go
right to her center and begin the given task for that day. Your
child's forgotten library book can be returned the next day and
she will be allowed to get a new one. If you have any problems or
concerns please call me.
What if my child loses his book?
This is a great time to talk about responsibility. Keeping your
books in a safe and consistent place will help you find them when
you need them. Unfortunately, it does happen. What I ask is that
you write or call me and let me know the situation. I do not want
to deny your child the opportunity to pick a new book, so letting
me know as soon as possible is beneficial to all of us.
I do not ask you to pay a fine or replace the book. If you would
like to replace it, I would appreciate the gesture, but you do
not have to. I will often suggest that your child write me a note
regarding the lost book and then choose a book from his own
collection to donate to the library in exchange for the lost one.
What if my child's library book gets damaged?
If your child's library book gets damaged in any way (ripped,
torn, wet, or the dog ate it)please send it back to school. We
ask that you NOT repair books at home. We use special materials
here in the library and my clerk is trained in book repair. You
may place the book in a separate baggie (ziptop bags are best)so
that all the pieces stay together or if wet- it doesn't get
everything else wet. Your child will never be blamed for a
damaged library book. Sometimes the damage goes unseen and is
later discovered by very consciencious individuals.
All I ask is that the damage is brought to my attention and that
all repairs are done here. If you feel responsible for the damage
you may replace the book. I do not ask you to pay for it and
replacement is optional. Often I will suggest that the child
select a book from her own collection that she would like to
donate to the library in exchange for the damaged copy.
Can I donate books to the library?
Yes! Absolutely!! Whether they are from your own outgrown but
loved collection or brand new (see my wish list on Amazon.com) we
gladly take your donation. Each book will get a book plate
showing that your child gave the gift of reading to their shcool
library. If you are donating from your personal collection please
know that I may not need an additional copy of a particular book.
So I will often pass donations on. There are many worthwhile
organizations in need of children's books. If you do not want
your personal copies passed on please let me know and I will
return them to you.