Military Magnet Academy Library

The Media Center is celebrating Black History Month with presentations to English classes on both Martin Luther King, Jr. and American poet, Maya Angelou. On display, we have lots of student artwork showcasing our students' hopes and dreams for the future. Come check it out, as well as check out a book from our display on famous African Americans!

You've seen the posters up around school - new books are here! This month we are highlighting cookbooks, yes cookbooks! We reached out to Chef Kim who had loads of good recommendations for student cookbooks and they're here for you. The MMA Library also has a magazine subscription to The Food Network Magazine available for student checkout. So, stop by and see what's cooking!

In addition to cookbooks, we have a big display of Spanish-language books on top of the library bookcases, as well as heaps of new graphic novels and manga. If you're searching for your next read, please consider picking up a book from our featured New Books section in the library. We encourage you to send Mrs. Eisen your favorite titles by Friday, March 11, so that we can grow this collection!

Ms. Heyward's 8th grade English honors class came to the library on January 13th for an author talk by Mrs. Eisen on Lois Lowry, two-time Newbery award winner for best book of the year, and author of their current book, The Giver. We took a deep dive into the author's life and learned of a lot of parallels in Lowry's life that are seen in her books' characters. This was a great collaboration. Thank you, Ms. Heyward!

Mr. McCann's 6th grade English classes came to the library on January 31 to learn about Chinese New Year and celebrate 2022 - the Year of the Tiger. Mrs. Eisen taught a lesson about China, Chinese New Year customs, and the Chinese Zodiac Calendar. Students then completed a project on their Chinese zodiac birth year symbols. Awesome collaboration, Mr. McCann!

Between January 31-February 15 check out a book from the library and receive a fortune cookie!

AMAZING RESOURCES

Black History Month Exhibit Hall and Influential Black Americans~ WOW! This is an amazing interactive virtual exhibit hall to allow students to explore 28 days of Black history, achievement, and excellence--it was created by the Book Wrangler.

And, this is a set of slides from The Tutu Teacher featuring over 25 influential Black Americans.

Black History Padlet~ here's a Padlet of resources relating to Black history and achievements that can (and should) be used all year!

Streamable Learning Programs for February~ check out this month's schedule of live interactive programs from Streamable Learning. There are 100s of programs each month for all grades and subject areas with experts from around the world. Plus, all the recordings of previous programs are always available. Teachers (and you!) can search all the programs by going to Streamable Learning in Clever. Visit live or search for a taped visit.

MMA Educators, did you know that all CCSD students automatically have a library card/account with the Charleston County Public Library? Students can digitally check out electronic books and audiobooks via their Clever portal by using the Sora/Overdrive app (also available to download for cell phones)! Click here for all the user-friendly info. Start borrowing and reading for free today! Click here for more CCPL electronic book details!

Mrs. Eisen, Librarian

Currently Reading: Fahrenheit 451 by Ray Bradbury

Email: Donna_Eisen@charelston.k12.sc.us
Website: https://www.ccsdschools.com/militarymagnet
Location: 2950 Carner Avenue, North Charleston, SC, USA
Phone: (843) 745-8603
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