Reading, reading, and more reading
is the key to learning. Mueller's librarians contribute to
the process by teaching students about the library, what books
to look for, and how to research special projects. The library
offers students access to many library materials that support
classroom learning including: Accelerated Reading
books, research materials, the internet, multimedia television,
student television broadcasting, VCR channels,
and computers for typing Word documents and working with graphics/programs.
The Mueller library is composed of two separate libraries--the
K-1 library located in Room 13 and the larger library close by.
Students are able to visit the library during regular check out
times set up by the classroom teacher or can drop in to look for
another book, get help with a research project, and/or access
the internet for additional research information with help from
the librarian. Mueller offers students a computerized check out
system that digitally scans student names and book titles into
a computer memory system.
Many special programs are offered by the librarians during
the school year that encourage students to get involved in reading.
A Book Fair is offered twice a year during Parent/Teacher Conferences
for students to buy a new book(s). Reading
is Fundamental (RIF) is shared twice a year with the first
focusing on a Story Book Character theme at Halloween and a second
around a specially chosen spring theme. Six computer/internet stations are available for students
to access the internet, work with software programs, and print
off their research and writing papers.
The Mueller librarians have been working to increase student
reading through the Accelerated Reading (AR) process. Students are now able to read an AR book and
then take a computerized reading test to determine reading comprehension
on the book just read either in the library on in their classrooms.
Thanks to the PTO for their support
in helping to buy more AR books and software as well as the new
circulation desk and furniture.