Sherrard Junior High School
November 2023 Library Newsletter
General Information
- Thanks to the students that attended our Halloween coloring lunch program on October 27, and our Veterans Day Thank you program during lunch on November 1. We are planning more programs, so look out for those.
- Starting the week of November 13, you can stop by and add to our Thankfulness wall!
- Students can find additional information in the library classroom, stop by the library for the code, or just to check out a book or audiobook to start the year!
- We are starting the Teen Advisory Board again. If you want to help come up with ideas for library programs and events, please join us on Friday mornings before school.
- If you have any questions, please email Mrs. Justice at justicet@sherrard.us, or Ms. Bennin at benninj@sherrard.us
Survey Says...
Thank you to all the students that filled in the survey that was in the library classroom. It was the idea of the Teen Advisory Board to survey students about their interests for displays. I will use the results for displays over the next couple of months.
The favorite fiction genres were:
- Horror
- Romance
- Fantasy
The favorite Non-fiction genres were:
- Animals
- Social Issues
- Music and History tied for 3rd place!
Finally, the favorite formats were:
- Graphic Novels
- Novels in Verse
- Story Collections
New Book Previews
Below are some video previews and featured books for the new October Junior Library Guild Books.
The Bellwoods Game by Celia Krampien
When sixth grader Bailee Heron must win a ghost related game to protect the town, and be redeemed after a misunderstanding, will she be safe in the woods, or have to make a sacrifice? Fans of horror books should read to find out.
Messenger by Marc Bernardin
This graphic novel format biography details the life of Muhammad Ali, the legendary boxer.
Deephaven by Ethan M. Aldridge
When Nev Tallow finds something strange haunting the corridors at Deephaven Academy, they need to explore all the strange happenings at the school. Will they get a fresh start, or unravel the mystery? Read to find out.
HS October JLG Preview SD 480p