Library Resources and Procedures

Miss Kaufman introduces the HMS Library website, detailing resources like the Destiny Library catalog, Mac nvia for ebooks, and research tools such as Britannica School. She explains library usage guidelines, including grab-and-go procedures, safety protocols, and book checkout processes. The library's layout, including fiction, non-fiction, and special collections, is described. Finally, the Buccaneers reading team is introduced, inviting students to join the reading competition.

What is the first step to access the HMS Library website?

• Click on the 'Library Resources' tab

• Select the 'Independent Reading' section

• Choose the 638 library from the top of the page

• Log in with your student ID

Which resource can be used for citing sources?

• Mac nvia

• EasyBib

• Destiny Library Catalog

• One More Page

Which section contains the newest books added to the library?

• Buccaneers Reading Team

• Library Resources

• Independent Reading

• Research Resources

What should you do if you need help during 'grab and go'?

• Leave the library

• Ask for help from the librarian

• Look for a book on your own

• Ask a friend

What is the maximum number of books you can check out at a time?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• One

What should you do if the library alarm goes off?

• Call a teacher

• Return to the library to rescan the book

• Run back through the pillars

• Ignore it and leave

What should you do if you want to place a book on hold through Destiny?

• Email the librarian

• Visit the library in person

• Click the 'Add to Wishlist' button

• Sign into Destiny with your Google account

Where are non-fiction books located in the library?

• On the left side

• In the Restricted Section

• In the front hallway

• On the right side

What is the purpose of the genre stickers on fiction books?

• To mark books for special events

• To show the book's popularity

• To help find books by content

• To indicate the book's age restriction

Who can join the Buccaneers reading team?

• Only 7th graders

• Only 8th graders

• Only students who read all 30 books

• All students