Librarian
- Texas 2x2 Books Class Competition - All Pre-K through 2nd-grade classes were encouraged to participate and read the twenty books on the Texas 2x2 Book List. Classes that read all of the 2x2 books and completed their reading log earned a prize.
- Roughriders Read! - Roosevelt football players read to first and second-grade students for November picture book month. The librarian coordinated the visit by contacting the head football coach and the Roosevelt High School Librarian. The football players participated in the Windcrest Friday Synergy Pep Rally and visited our Kinders classes for a read-aloud.
- Steam Stations - The librarian offered various STEAM stations throughout the year. The stations were holiday themed, and after visiting the stations, students completed the Traffic Light Reflection activity. This activity encouraged students to think about what challenged them and what made them feel successful as they collaborated with their peers.
- Holiday Reading Challenges - The librarian challenged students to read during the Thanksgiving and Christmas breaks. Students were encouraged to read daily for 20min while at home. Students who completed their reading challenges were awarded a prize.
9,513
print books in collection
print books in collection
4,463
ebooks books in collection
ebooks books in collection
12,463
print books checked out
print books checked out
303
ebooks books checked out
ebooks books checked out
Teacher
- First-grade Animal Research Project - Students researched an animal using the NEISD library digital resources PebbleGo and Britannica. The teacher and librarian collaborated to assist students in researching their chosen animal.
- Winter Holidays Around the World with 4th and 5th grades - Students collaborated in groups using Culturegrams to research a country and learn about their customs and traditions during the winter holiday season.
- Go America State Research Project - Students in the 4th and 5th grades completed a research project on their chosen state for their Going Places unit. Students researched their state using NEISD digital resources and compiled information on a notetaking sheet.
- Texas Revolution Biography Research - 4th grade researched a Texas Revolution War hero. Students created a Canva infographic using their notes.
Lesson Spotlight
Exploring character traits with Jory John books and Pear Deck - The librarian created a Pear Deck lesson targeting character traits from the book, The Sour Grape. Students then created their own Jory John character and included attributes for their character using an interactive Pear Deck presentation.
Campus Leader
- Staff Library Orientation - The Windcrest staff learned where to access the NEISD DIgital Resources, including the library catalog. They were informed about the WIndcrest Library Programming events and were encouraged to participate in the Texas 2x2 Reading Challenge. They also learned about the 4 roles of the NEISD Librarian in order to gain a better understanding of how their librarian can help support them.
- News-O-Matic - The librarian trained campus staff on the latest NEISD Digital resource, News-O-Matic. Staff learned how to access, use, and incorporate this resource in their lessons.
- Author Visit with Glenn Green - The library hosted author Glen Green during the holidays. He read his debut book, Snow Day, and sang songs with students. He participated in the Windcrest Breakfast with Santa campus event and had multiple sessions with students and their families.
- Novel Effect Staff Demo - The librarian demonstrated how to use Novel Effect with a read-aloud demo. Resources were shared on the Novel Effect website that included activities for Women's History Month and other themed activities.
