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Spring Has Sprung in the Library! 🌷📚 Spring is finally here! As the days get longer and the snow melts away, the library is coming alive with new books, new ideas, and lots of creativity. One exciting new addition this season is our Library Craft Club . Students who enjoy making things with their hands have been gathering in the library to work on creative projects. It has been wonderful to see students sharing ideas, helping each other, and taking pride in what they make. Several students are currently finishing an especially fun project—creating their own “Monster Book of Monsters” inspired by the magical creature-filled book from the wizarding world. These creations have been full of personality, with fur, teeth, and plenty of imagination. The results have been fantastic, and it’s been great to see students bring books to life through art. Of course, spring is also a great time to discover a new book. If you're looking for something to read, here are a few popular picks for m...

🍁➡️🎄 From Fall Leaves to Holiday Reads: What’s Happening in Our Library! The snow is coming, the halls are getting festive, and the library is gearing up for one of the most exciting reading seasons of the year! Whether you’re finishing strong before winter break or just looking for your next great book, there’s lots happening in the library this month. 📚 New Books Alert! We’ve got some seriously awesome new titles arriving, including: White Bird by R.J. Palacio — a powerful graphic novel that connects to Wonder We Were Liars Trilogy by E. Lockhart — twisty, dramatic, and impossible to put down Going to the Movies Collection by Lynn Painter — romance, humour, and binge-worthy vibes They’ll be hitting the shelves soon, so keep an eye out! ⭐ Author Spotlight: R.J. Palacio This month’s spotlight is on R.J. Palacio , the author behind Wonder and the beautiful graphic novel White Bird . Her stories remind us of the power of kindness, courage, and standing up for o...

📚 Hey Readers – Welcome Back to the Library! Guess what? The library is back in action, and it’s ready for YOU! Whether you’re here to grab the next book in your favorite series, hang out with friends, or just find a cozy spot to chill—this is your place. What’s Waiting for You? ✨ Brand-New Books! From edge-of-your-seat adventures to laugh-out-loud graphic novels, we’ve stocked up on the good stuff. ✨ Reading Nooks – Perfect for curling up with a story (or pretending you’re a secret agent on a mission 🕵️). ✨ Homework Helpers – Need info for a project? We’ll help you find it faster than you can say “Google.” Don’t Forget… You can check out 2  books at a time . Keep them for two weeks , and if you need more time—just ask! Return your books so your friends can get a turn too. Fun Stuff Coming Up 🎉 Back to School Library Contest -  keep your eyes peeled for more information 📖 Read-Aloud Library Classes – Come listen, relax, and maybe even discover you...

  🌼 May in the Library: Mental Wellness, Spring Reads & a Mystery to Solve!  May 2025 Hello students and families, May is Mental Health Awareness Month—and the library is blooming with books and activities to support well-being, joy, and curiosity. Here’s what’s happening this month in our reading space: 💚 Mental Health Awareness Month: Read, Reflect, Recharge Our “Books That Care” display is filled with stories that help students navigate feelings, friendships, identity, and resilience. Some highlights: Just Roll with It by Veronica Agarwal – a graphic novel that blends humor and honesty about anxiety. Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt – about seeing strengths in differences. You Are Enough by Margaret O’Hair – an empowering picture book perfect for all ages. 🌷 Spring Reads to Fall in Love With The sunshine is back, and so are bright, fun reads! Our “Spring into Reading” shelf is restocked weekly with: Humorous novels to lift your spirits ...

 **Welcome to Winter in the DAF Learning Commons!** As the season of snowflakes and cozy reading begins, I'm excited to bring you all the latest updates and events happening in the learning commons this winter. From exciting book recommendations to engaging activities, there’s something for everyone! Recently I had this conversation with a student.  Student: "Miss Vicki, I read this book at my other school and I want to read it again, but I don't remember what it is called or who the author is." Me: "What was the main character's name?" Student: "I don't remember that either." Me: "What do you remember?" Student: "That the cover was (insert colour here)." As you can imagine, this is not very helpful. I can try to recommend the right book but tends to not help. They just can't remember without seeing the cover themselves. So I thought I might make a blog post and showcase some of the fine red covered books we have. Ma...

  Welcome to the Fall Season at the DAF Library! As the leaves change color and the weather cools down, I am excited to share the latest happenings in our learning commons! Fall is a perfect time to cozy up with a great book, and we have a lot of activities and new additions to keep everyone reading and learning. New Books for Fall! I've just added a fantastic selection of new books to our shelves, perfect for the fall season. From spooky stories for Halloween to cozy autumn reads, there’s something for everyone! Here are a few highlights: Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand- the story of a former Olympian's courage, cunning and fortitude following his plane crash in enemy territory Monument 14 by Emmy Laybourne- In Emmy Laybourne's action-packed debut novel  Monument 14 , six high school kids (some popular, some not), two eighth graders (one a tech genius), and six little kids trapped together in a chain superstore build a refuge for themselves inside. While outside, a series of...