1. Smoketown Library Rules Contract Remember: “…every librarian needs to be a little bit of a dragon— or else, WHO WOULD GUARD THE BOOKS?” ( From The Library Dragon by Carmen Agra Deedy; illustrated by Michael P. White, Peachtree Publishers, Ltd., 1994.)

2. The Smoketown Library Rules Be safe – Example: Keep all four chair legs on the floor Be responsible – Example: Return items in good condition and on time Be respectful – Example: Read silently at the tables

3. RulesBe SafeBe ResponsibleBe Respectful Expectations Always walkHandle books and book sticks appropriately Enter the library quietly Sit in designated area Keep hands to yourself Read quietly at the tables or in line Be aware of others Return items in good condition and on time Wait patiently for help Be aware of objects (power cords, etc.) Put books on the proper cart Share materials nicely Keep all four chair legs on the floor Use book sticks to mark your place Use inside voices during book selection Rules Chart

4. Miss Lotty’s Library Rules* MIND YOUR LIBRARY MANNERS Treat a book like you treat a friend—you don’t wipe your nose on your friend. Remember to check hurt books into our Book Hospital! Return books when due, so others can enjoy. (This is a library, not a bookstore!) If you need help, ask! Quiet, please. (Whisper in the library; yell on the playground.)

5. Good Rule – Bad Rule? Miss Lotty’s Library Rules* Do not touch the books FOR DISPLAY ONLY A place for everything, and that’s where it stays. Books that depict cruelty to dragons should never have been published in the first place. No 398.2s in the 500s, and absolutely no fiction among the biographies. (*from The Library Dragon by Carmen Agra Deedy)

6. FAQs Frequently Asked Questions…

7. How many items may I borrow? I may borrow 2 items from the library at a time (exceptions are made when I have research assignments and need additional materials) I may borrow 2 items from the library at a time (exceptions are made when I have research assignments and need additional materials)

8. When may I visit the library? Although I have a scheduled library time, I may visit the library any day of the week to exchange materials I have finished with Although I have a scheduled library time, I may visit the library any day of the week to exchange materials I have finished with

9. When is my library day? On the day of my scheduled library visit, cycle day #_____, I am responsible for bringing in whatever materials I have signed out; some materials may be renewed if I have not finished with them On the day of my scheduled library visit, cycle day #_____, I am responsible for bringing in whatever materials I have signed out; some materials may be renewed if I have not finished with them

10. What are the consequences if I forget a book? I will not be permitted to sign out more books until I return the ones I have forgotten I will not be permitted to sign out more books until I return the ones I have forgotten The class will not receive a ROBOT (Returned Our Books On Time) award The class will not receive a ROBOT (Returned Our Books On Time) award

11. What if I accidentally damage a book? I am responsible for returning materials in the same good condition that I found them I am responsible for returning materials in the same good condition that I found them – If a book is in need of repair, I should take it to Mrs. Soule to fix; I should NEVER try to repair it myself!

12. What if I accidentally damage a book and can’t be repaired? If a book is lost or damaged (beyond repair) while under my care, I will need to pay to replace the book before I will be permitted to sign out more books If a book is lost or damaged (beyond repair) while under my care, I will need to pay to replace the book before I will be permitted to sign out more books

13. What can I do to make sure I take good care of my books? – Washing hands when necessary before reading – Keeping books in a special, safe place at home away from pets and young brothers and sisters – Using a 2-gallon Ziploc baggie for protection inside backpacks that carry lunch pails, too – Using a bookmark

14. What is expected of me? I understand the Library Rules and agree to respect them I understand the Library Rules and agree to respect them (Student signature) (Parent or guardian signature)