Knowledge is free at the library. Just bring your own container. - Unknown
Frequently Asked Questions ..........
1. What should I do if my child brings home an overdue slip for a book I
think was already returned?
Many times a child will return books to school, but forget to bring them to
the library. Please call us if you keep getting overdue notices for a book
already returned. We do not charge overdue fines.
2. What do I do if my child brings home a book above his/her reading level?
This is an excellent opportunity to read some or all of the book to your
child. If the book is really long you could look at the pictures together.
As children become more skilled readers they will get better at choosing
books for more independent reading.
3. What if my child damages or loses a book?
The library staff will gently talk to a child who has returned a damaged
book. A note will be sent home if a fine is due. Fines range from .50 --
$2.00 depending upon the severity of damage. If a book is damaged beyond
repair, you will be asked to pay 1/2 of the replacement cost. If a book is
lost you will be charged the full replacement cost. If lost books are found
within 1 year your money will be refunded. The average price of a library
bound picture book is approximately $14.00.
LMC Classes
Students may come to the library every day to check out books. Students will
have fun learning about:
books
authors
book care
media literacy
cybersafety
computer skills
puppets
storytelling
reference skills
research skills
Reading to your child will benefit:
*imagination
*vocabulary
*attention span
*listening skills
*grammar
*eventual success in reading
*background knowledge
Jim Trelease
West Salem Elementary
Your child may check out two books per day and have a total of 4 out at any
one time. If classes are doing research this number will be adjusted upward.
Children are encouraged to come to the library every day.
