Fun with Library Thing

What a neat tool the Library Thing is!! It is a great site for looking at what's out there in the way of current fiction. I built the collection of my dreams there today.

Preparing for the TAKS writing test

On March 2 fourth graders at OTE were treated to a visit by the Euless Fire Department. The visit was part of Principal Denise Rhodes "Turning Up the Heat" campaign to triumph over the test. Students greeted the fire truck outside.

Takin' the Bus to the Book Swap

Saturday morning seven families, five teachers from Oakwood Terrace, and I boarded a school bus bound for the Book Swap. All of the families were Hispanic folks, excited about being able to add to their personal libraries at minimal cost. We left right at 8:30 and found the Pat May Center alive with hundreds of adults and children clamoring for books. As the families filed back onto the bus, each child was seen lugging a bag of fresh books. What a fun morning!