Mesa Verde Middle School Library

Our library is a pleasant place to access resources, research, study and relax.  Students are encouraged to think of the library as a "home away from home". The library is the perfect place for the pursuit of personal and educational growth.

You can now browse our library collection from any computer. We invite you to explore our many new features to make selecting a book easier. Check out the new "VISUAL SEARCH" option in addition to the standard search options.

         CONNECT TO 'SCHOLASTIC READING COUNTS' PROGRAM

Off the main 'Library' tab (to the right) you may also access information on the 'Scholastic Reading Counts' Program. There you will find a brief description of the program. There is also additional information about reading levels of books, Reading Counts point values, very brief description of the book, etc. Access via the 'Reading Counts' tab or click on the link below.

Scholastic Reading Counts Program

                        

                   Library Rules

• MVMS ID cards are required to check out library books. Books are checked out for a period of 2 weeks and students may renew the book once. The due date is visible on the card in the book pocket.
• Students with overdue books may be charged a fine.
  
• Grade level textbooks are available for use in the library.
• Printing/Copy services are available for ten cents per copy (black & white copies only)
  
• No food or drinks are permitted in the library.
• Students will show respect to others in the library by maintaining a quiet atmosphere.
• All school rules apply, i.e:  No gum chewing, hats removed, no cell phones, texting or iPods in use while in the library.
• All equipment and materials are to be used in an appropriate manner.
• Return all borrowed materials in good condition & in a timely manner.
• Any student not following the above rules may lose library privileges.
• Computers are available for school-related use. Ask the Librarian. 
• Chess sets are available for student use in the library.
  

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                Give a Gift to the Library!

There are so many wonderful new books for middle school readers being published weekly! We welcome students to add requests to our book list.

                                                           


       Nothing ignites our creativity and captivates     
                our imagination like a good book!               

BOOK CLUB

    Book Club meetings are held monthly  during Lunch breaks

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October, 2009 - Banned Book Week discussion. Book Club participants discussed books that were on the American Library Association's list of frequently banned or challenged books.

November, 2009 - 6th Grade participants chose to discuss the book "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer. 7th and 8th grade participants chose Lois Lowry's 1994 Newbury Award winning book "The Giver".

December, 2010 - Due to Winter Break and our shortened school month, each student had the opportunity to discuss their favorite book and the reasons why it is their favorite. December is often a time of reflection and this enabled our participants to share.

January, 2010 - All grades discussed the popular novel "The Hunger Games" by Suzanne Collins. There was lively discussion about the scenario of the novel against modern day similarities such as reality TV and events like the Olympic games.

February, 2010 - The D.J. MacHale novel "The Merchant of Death" was the selection chosen by our Book Club participants for this month. It is the first book in the popular "Pendragon" series.  Each participating student was able to recieve a free copy of the book to keep! 

March, 2010 - The Book Club selection for the month of March was "Stargirl" by Jerry Spinelli.  This book dealt with popularity, individuality/conformity, and acceptance. There was thought provoking discussion dealing with 'fitting in' and tolerance. Many students continued on with the sequel to "Stargirl" - "Love, Stargirl".

April, 2010 - In observance of 'Holocaust Remembrance Month' our students read any book dealing with the sensitive topic of the Holocaust. Books discussed were 'Boy in the Striped Pajamas', 'Anne Frank: Diary of a Young Girl', 'Milkweed', 'Night' and others.

May, 2010 - With the end of the school year being such a busy time we had a guest speaker from the Moorpark City Library - the Teen Librarian - to speak on their summer reading program. We also had a special activity planned.

Students should be prepared to discuss the books as well as have suggestions for our next Book Club book selection.

Below is a list of links that provide a shortcut to a wealth of information. Just click on the blue URL. At the bottom of the page are educational games for your entertainment and enjoyment.

LOCAL LINKS: 
http://www.moorparklibrary.org/                                            Moorpark Public Library
http://ci.moorpark.ca.us/cgi-bin/start.exe/moorparkcity/index.html                 City of Moorpark
http://www.mrpk.org/                                            Moorpark Unified School District
http://www.mrpk.org/Default.aspx?alias=www.mrpk.org/mvms  Mesa Verde Middle School

INTERNET SAFETY:
http://www.getnetwise.org/                                               Internet Safety for students
               
REFERENCES:
http://www.ipl.org/                                                           Internet Public Library
http://www.ipl.org/div/teen/                                   Homework help & study skills
http://www.studygs.net/index.htm                                 Study guides & strategies
http://www.factmonster.com/                      Student 'Information Please Almanac'
http://www.whitehouse.gov/kids/                      Site provided by US Government
http://www.refdesk.com/fastfact.html                                                    Fast facts
http://www.worldbookonline.com/wb/Login?ed=wb   World Book Encyclopedia
http://www.moorparklibrary.org/                                   Moorpark Public Library

READING:
http://readkiddoread.com/                                                                 Book suggestions
http://bookwizard.scholastic.com/tbw/homePage.do        Determine a books reading level &
                                                                 find similar books based upon reading
                                                                       & interest level, subject and genre

GEOGRAPHY & MAPS:
http://ngm.nationalgeographic.com/maps               Maps by National Geographic Society
http://www.atlapedia.com/                                                  Online maps & Atlas
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/Geography.htm                 Geography games

GAMES:
http://www.freetypinggame.net/play.asp                              Typing tutorial games
http://www.sheppardsoftware.com/Geography.htm         Great Geography games
http://puzzlemaker.discoveryeducation.com/       Make crossword & word games
http://www.freerice.com/              Vocabulary builder game that feeds the hungry!
http://www.brainpop.com/                   Videos & activities on science, technology