Herrick Library Newsletter 2024

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HOT NEW BOOKS

New Releases

My Life in the Fish Tank by Barbara Dee

Louder Than Hunger by John Schu

Shot Clock by Caron Butler

The Tetris Effect by Dan Ackerman

It All Comes Down to This by Karen English

How the Boogyman Became A Poet by Tony Keith

Alone In The Woods

Rebecca Behrens

/ Adventure

Jocelyn and Alex have always been best friends...until they aren't. Jocelyn's not sure what happened, but she hopes the annual joint-family vacation in the isolated north woods will be the perfect spot to rekindle their friendship.

Holler Of The Fireflies

David Moore

/ Realistic Fiction

Javari knew that West Virginia would be different from his home in Bushwick, Brooklyn. But his first day at STEM Camp in a little Appalachian town is still a shock. Though run-ins with the police are just the same here. Not good.

Broken Strings

Eric Walters

/ Historical Fiction

t's 2002. In the aftermath of the twin towers -- and the death of her beloved grandmother -- Shirli Berman is intent on moving forward. The best singer in her junior high, she auditions for the lead role in Fiddler on the Roof , but is crushed to learn that she's been given the part of the old Jewish mother in the musical rather than the coveted part of the sister.

The Jake Show

Joshua Levy

/ Realistic Fiction

On Jake's first day at a new school, Caleb and Tehilla barrel into his life. Suddenly, he has two friends who seem to like the real Jake. And when they invite him to Camp Gershoni for the summer, Jake knows he has to go--even if his parents won't let him.

Promchanted

Morgan Matson

/ Romance

Stella Griffin doesn't believe in fairy tales. Ever since her boyfriend dumped her three weeks before the prom— not ideal timing—she's convinced every love story is a lie. She's ready to skip the prom entirely. But she and her best friend, Nisha, have been planning for years to celebrate at Disneyland before the prom.

Need Help With Chromebooks?

Technology is not perfect. If you ever experience problems with your chromebook, make sure to stop by the Library and let Mr. Berger know about it. Can't make it down to the Library? You can also put in a work order with the district TECH team yourself. Check out the links below.

Chromebook Tips

TECH Work Order

Library OVERVIEW

What's Going On

Both 7th & 8th grade students visited the library multiple times so far. Each grade started the year learning how to better utilize and navigate resources in the library. 7th grade ELA classes joined Mr. Berger for a fun scavenger hunt. Students had a blast searching for different resources in the library. 8th grade students analyzed non-fiction text while completing an activity where they had to plan an overnight road trip. Students also had the opportunity to attend the first lunchtime library event, Books & Desserts. Everyone had a great time learning about new books while enjoying some desserts. Thank you to everyone who supported the annual Herrick Library Bookfair. It was a huge success!

Library Event

Harry Potter Trivia

Calling all Wizards. Dust off your wands and get ready for the Harry Potter Trivia Event. You will be tasked to answer as many questions as possible for eternal glory and of course bragging rights among your classmates. Event will take place during lunch & SSP. Spots are limited...sign up in the Library today!

MORE NEW BOOKS

Check Out These Titles

So many books...not enough time. Check out some additional new books that you should keep on your radar.

Shark Teeth by Sherri Winston

This Appearing House by Ally Malinenko

A Pocket of Stars by Aisha Bushby

Who's Got Mail? by Linda Osborne

The Grandest Game by Jennifer Barnes

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Library Event

Author Visit - Alan Gratz

Award winning Author Alan Gratz will be visiting Herrick virtually on Thursday, December 5th. All students will watch the live Virtual Assembly with their Advisory class. Alan Gratz will focus on writing about Historical Events in a fun and exciting way. Students have been encouraged to read at least one of his books before his presentation. To learn more about his books please visit his website @ www.alangratz.com

Check Out Our Stats

Numbers Don't Lie

New Books

147

Number of brand new books added this year

Patrons

621

Total number of Herrick Student Library accounts

Check Outs

2157

Total number of books checked out this year

Featured Student

Student Highlights

Charles Moravec

7TH GRADE

My favorite things about the library are that you can come any time of the day. Sometimes they are doing something really cool, like earlier in the year they had an event called books and desserts. My friend and I both attended and had an awesome time talking, eating desserts and listening to book recommendations and overall just having fun. The library feels like the central hub of the school. They have these long tables but they also have this very soft and comfortable couch that is really nice to sit and work on classwork and such. I know if I have free time I like to go up there and finish my work in the library where it's quiet and peaceful.

I would recommend Wings of fire because I love this book because of its mystical world of dragons and countless hours of lore, betrayal, friendships, and so much more. It's also a longer series so the story doesn't end there. I would also recommend the book Wilderlore. This book is about a boy, Barkly Thorn, who is an orphan. In this town called Dulshine, they have lots of rules and are very strict. The Unwanted is a book that has a town full of people trying to stay on top, to be perfect, and tell on others so they can't be perfect.

A quote that represents me is..."We all have dark and light inside us. It's up to us to choose how we act on it. That's who we really are". - Sirius Black

Hannah Long

8TH GRADE

My favorite thing about the library is all of the books! It has so many books and so many choices, it is very easy to get overwhelmed there....but that's good news! It is so quiet sometimes which creates a calm and serene environment. I love the library and I will miss it when I go to DGN.

A book I would recommend is Stranded by Melinda Braun. This book will keep you hooked with every word. If you liked Hatchet, you will love Stranded. Another book I would recommend is The Program by Suzanne Young. It's full of trust, betrayals, and finding out who you really are. I would also suggest the book Islands at the End of the World by Austin Aslan. It takes place in Hawaii and will keep you on edge the entire time. It helps tell the tale of a girl who struggles with epilepsy who is trying to get home during the end of the world.

"People don't tend to look at the small things. In my opinion, this may not always be the smartest thing to do." ― Virginia Bergin

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