Kindergarten
Standard I: Reads widely both for information and in
pursuit of personal interests
Benchmark: Select a picture book to share with family
a. TLW know and
follow media center rules
b. TLW use grade
appropriate vocabulary: fiction/non-fiction,
picture book
Benchmark: Is able to check out books
a. TLW will
select age-appropriate books using shelf markers
b. TLW follow
book care and library rules (i.e. returning books on time)
Standard II: Uses inquiry and critical thinking skills to
acquire, evaluate, use and create information
Benchmark: Understands basic organizational pattern of
library
a. TLW identify
sections of the media center – fiction/non-fiction, shelf arrangement
Benchmark: Locates parts of a book
a. TLW identify
information found on the spine and cover
Standard III: Seeks multiple perspectives, shares
information and ideas with others and uses information and resources ethically
Benchmark: Listens attentively
a. TLW listen
attentively to storytime books
b. TLW identify the elements found in the genre of fairy tales and
nursery rhymes or poetry and be able to identify well-known fairy tales and
nursery rhymes
Benchmark: Takes part in discussions
a. TLW respond
to literature read during storytime
b. TLW participate
in discussions of genre elements
Benchmark: Works cooperatively with others
a. TLW
participate in storytelling and acting out stories
b. TLW complete
activities that accompany storytime
Benchmark: Respects library
facility, resources and policies
a. TLW follow book
care rules
b. TLW follow
media center rules
First Grade
Standard I: Reads widely both for information and in
pursuit of personal interests
Benchmark: Selects a picture book to share with family
a. TLW follow media center and check out rules (i.e. use of shelf
markers, returning books on time)
b. TLW use the five
finger rule
Benchmark: Is able to check out books
a.
TLW
follow book care rules
Standard II: Uses inquiry and critical thinking skills to
acquire, evaluate, use and create information
Benchmark: Understands basic organizational pattern of
library
a. TLW identify that easy books are
arranged by alphabetizing authors’ last names
b. TLW identify the location of fiction/non-fiction books, series,
reference books, and biographies
Benchmark: Locates parts of a book
a. TLW find information
on and locate the cover and title page
Standard III: Seeks multiple perspectives, shares
information and ideas with others and uses information and resources ethically
Benchmark: Listens attentively
a. TLW listens to author and illustrator discussions (i.e. how they
write and illustrate books, read a variety of their books)
Benchmark: Takes part in discussions
a. TLW discuss the
setting, character, and plot after reading stories
b. TLW
participate in sequencing of stories
Benchmark: Works cooperatively with others
a. TLW
participate in small group activities following stories
Benchmark: Respects library facility, resources and
policies
a. TLW follow
media center rules
b. TLW follow
book care rules
Second Grade
Standard I: Reads widely both for information and in
pursuit of personal interests
Benchmark: Selects a picture book to share with family
a. TLW use the five
finger rule
b. TLW read chapter
books
Benchmark: Is able to check out books
a. TLW follow
media center rules
b. TLW follow book
care rules
Standard II: Uses inquiry and critical thinking skills to
acquire, evaluate, use and create information
Benchmark: Understands basic organizational pattern of
library
a. TLW understand the shelf arrangement of fiction by alphabetizing the
first three letters of an author’s last name
b. TLW recognize the shelf arrangement of non-fiction books with basic
introduction of the Dewey Decimal System
Benchmark: Locates parts of a book
a. TLW find information on and locate the table of contents, cover,
title page and spine
b. TLW
demonstrate beginning dictionary skills
Standard III: Seeks multiple perspectives, shares
information and ideas with others and uses information and resources ethically
Benchmark: Listens attentively
a. TLW listen attentively during story times, with emphasis on authors,
illustrators and genre (i.e. poetry)
Benchmark: Takes part in discussions
a. TLW participate in discussions after stories (i.e. author’s point of
view, elements of genre)
Benchmark: Works cooperatively with others
a. TLW participate in small group activities in arranging and finding
books using alphabetization of author’s last name
b. TLW
participate in activities using parts of books or dictionary skills
Benchmark: Respects library
facility, resources and policies
a. TLW follow library media center rules
b. TLW follow book care rules
Third Grade
Standard I: Reads widely both for information and in
pursuit of personal interests
Benchmark: Uses both text and visuals to understand
literature
a. TLW use
reading strategies to understand literature (i.e. using text and illustrations)
b. TLW demonstrate understanding of literature through inferences,
predictions, compare/contrast, opinions
Benchmark: Selects a “just right” book independently for
personal reading
a. TLW read Iowa
Children’s Choice books
b. TLW read award
winning literature (i.e. Caldecott, Newbery, Coretta Scott King)
Benchmark: Distinguishes between different types and
elements of literature
a. TLW identify traditional world literature/folklore (i.e. fables,
tall tales, fairy tales with different versions or different cultures)
b. TLW identify
literary elements (i.e. plot, character, setting, point of view)
Standard II: Uses inquiry and critical thinking skills to
acquire, evaluate, use and create information
Benchmark: Explains an information need
a. TLW identify a variety of resources that can be used for information
(i.e. dictionary, encyclopedia, atlas, almanac, phone book)
b. TLW locate information in a variety of resources (i.e. dictionary,
encyclopedia, atlas, almanac, phone book)
Benchmark: Understands the concept of keywords
a. TLW use guide
words in dictionaries and encyclopedias
b. TLW use
keywords in searching electronic resources
Benchmark: Demonstrates skill in using electronic
catalog
a. TLW perform
title, author, and keyword searches with the OPAC
b. TLW identify
information found on a book entry on the OPAC
Benchmark: Locates materials on library shelves by call
number
a. TLW find
non-fiction materials on the shelves using the Dewey Decimal System
b. TLW locate
biographies on the shelves using the Dewey Decimal System
Benchmark: Uses print and electronic sources to access,
extract and process information
a. TLW determine
the best print or electronic sources to find information
b. TLW use basic
online information tools (i.e. AEA Online, Nettrekker)
Benchmark: Differentiates between fact and fiction
a. TLW use a
variety of strategies to differentiate between fact and fiction
b. TLW
demonstrate how to find both fiction and non-fiction materials on the shelves
Benchmark: Identifies appropriate and relevant sources
of information
a. TLW find information in reference materials (i.e. dictionary,
encyclopedia, atlas, almanac)
b. TLW use
headings, subheadings, table of contents and index to locate information
Benchmark: Identifies appropriate and relevant
information within sources
a. TLW determine authenticity and accuracy of both print and non-print
resources
Benchmark: Evaluates search process
a. TLW apply
evaluation criteria to Internet sites and other information sources
Benchmark: Communicates results of information search in
format appropriate for content
a. TLW use a
variety of methods to communicate information
Standard III: Seeks multiple perspectives, shares
information and ideas with others and uses information and resources ethically
Benchmark: Uses library materials and technology
responsibly
a. TLW
paraphrase research when communicating information
b. TLW follow Internet safety rules and district policies when using
the network and Internet
Benchmark: Understands the need for citing sources of
information (copyright)
a. TLW
demonstrate knowledge of copyright
b. TLW cite
sources when using information for products
Benchmark: Respects others’ ideas and backgrounds and
acknowledges their contributions
a. TLW work
collaboratively with classmates on projects
b. TLW respect
different points of view and opinions
Fourth Grade
Standard I: Reads widely both for information and in
pursuit of personal interests
Benchmark: Uses both text and visuals to understand
literature
a. TLW identify literary elements of plot,
character, setting, point of view
b. TLW increase understanding of literature by
participating in discussions (i.e. opinions and responses, compare/contrast,
inferences, predictions)
c. TLW read or listen to a
variety of authors and illustrators
Benchmark: Selects a “just right” book independently for
personal reading
a. TLW apply guidelines for choosing a “just
right book” during literature selection
b. TLW read or listen to
award-winning literature (i.e. Iowa Children’s Choice, Newbery, Caldecott)
Benchmark: Distinguishes between different types and
elements of literature
a. TLW read or listen to
traditional world literature/folklore (i.e. folktales, tall tales, fables)
b. TLW read or listen to types
of fiction in novel format (i.e. realistic fiction, historical fiction,
fantasy, science fiction)
c. TLW read or listen to
nonfiction (i.e. biography, information books)
Standard II: Uses inquiry and critical thinking skills to
acquire, evaluate, use and create information
Benchmark: Explains an information need
a. TLW understand that
information can be found in a variety of sources and recognizes the unique
features of each
b. TLW ask questions to obtain information
Benchmark: Understands the concept of keywords
a. TLW use strategies to identify appropriate
keywords
Benchmark: Demonstrates skill in using electronic
catalog
a. TLW use the electronic library catalog to
search by keyword, author, title
Benchmark: Locates materials on library shelves by call
number
a. TLW locate materials on library shelves by
call number
Benchmark: Uses print and
electronic sources to access, extract and process information
a. TLW use basic online information tools (i.e.
AEA Online, Nettrekker)
b. TLW use the dictionary, encyclopedia, and
atlas
c. TLW use the glossary to find
information
Benchmark: Identifies appropriate and relevant sources
of information
a. TLW identify the appropriate
use of reference materials (i.e. encyclopedia, atlas, non-fiction book)
Benchmark: Identifies appropriate and relevant
information within sources
a. TLW determine the authenticity and relevance
of print and non-print information
b. TLW identify and extract relevant information
in print and electronic resources
Benchmark: Evaluates search process
a. TLW select appropriate
resources from a list of “hits” obtained in an electronic catalog search and on
the Internet
Benchmark: Communicates results
of information search in format appropriate for content
a. TLW organize information
using such techniques as graphic organizers, storyboarding or webbing
b. TLW edit, format, spell
check, save, proofread, and print original documents using a word processor
c. TLW create products using
multimedia techniques
d. TLW present or share a
product successfully
e. TLW evaluate projects
Standard III: Seeks multiple perspectives, shares
information and ideas with others and uses information and resources ethically
Benchmark: Uses library
materials and technology responsibly
a. TLW follow Internet safety rules and
guidelines as defined in district policy
b. TLW practice responsible use of library
materials and technology
Benchmark: Understands the need for citing sources of
information (copyright)
a. TLW understand that authors and illustrator
own their work
b. TLW recognize the need for citing sources
Benchmark: Respects others’ ideas and backgrounds and
acknowledges their contributions
a. TLW respect different points of view and
opinions
Fifth Grade
Standard I: Reads widely both for information and in
pursuit of personal interests
Benchmark: Uses both text and visuals to understand
literature
a. TLW identify literary elements of plot,
character, setting, theme, point of view
b. TLW increase understanding
of literature by participating in discussions (i.e. opinions and responses,
compare/contrast, inferences, predictions)
c. TLW read or listen to a
variety of authors and illustrators
d. TLW respond to literature by
participating in a variety of activities (i.e. storytelling, drama, reader’s
theater)
Benchmark: Selects a “just right” book independently for
personal reading
a. TLW read award-winning
literature (i.e. Iowa Children’s Choice, Newbery, Coretta Scott King)
Benchmark: Distinguishes between different types and
elements of literature
a. TLW read or listen to
traditional world literature/folklore (i.e. folktales, tall tales, fables,
legends, myths)
b. TLW read or listen to types
of fiction in novel format (i.e. realistic fiction, historical fiction,
fantasy, science fiction)
c. TLW read or listen to
nonfiction (i.e. biography, information books)
Standard II: Uses inquiry and critical thinking skills to
acquire, evaluate, use and create information
Benchmark: Explains an information need
a. TLW understand that information
can be found in a variety of sources and recognizes the unique features of each
b. TLW identify a variety of
formats (i.e. newspaper, magazines, books, non-print, electronic resources)
Benchmark: Understands the concept of keywords
a. TLW apply strategies to identify appropriate
keywords
Benchmark: Demonstrates skill in using electronic
catalog
a. TLW use the electronic library catalog to
search by keyword, author, title
Benchmark: Locates materials on library shelves by call
number
a. TLW locate materials on library shelves by
call number
Benchmark: Uses print and electronic sources to access,
extract and process information
a. TLW select appropriate reference materials to
access and process information
b. TLW use basic online information tools (i.e.
AEA Online, Nettrekker)
Benchmark: Identifies appropriate and relevant sources
of information
a. TLW identify the appropriate reference
material needed to find information
b. TLW identify and extract relevant information
in print and electronic resources
Benchmark: Identifies appropriate and relevant
information within sources
a. TLW determine the authenticity and relevance
of print and non-print information
b. TLW use
appropriate notetaking skills
Benchmark: Evaluates search process
a. TLW apply evaluation criteria to Internet
sites and other information sources
b. TLW select appropriate
resources from a list of “hits” obtained in an electronic catalog search and on
the Internet
Benchmark: Communicates results of information search in
format appropriate for content
a. TLW organize information
using such techniques as graphic organizers, storyboarding or webbing
b. TLW edit, format, spell
check, save, proofread, and print original documents using a word processor
c. TLW create products using
multimedia techniques
d. TLW present or share a
product successfully
e. TLW evaluate projects
Standard III: Seeks multiple perspectives, shares
information and ideas with others and uses information and resources ethically
Benchmark: Uses library materials and technology
responsibly
a. TLW follow Internet safety rules and
guidelines as defined in district policy
b. TLW practice responsible use of library
materials and technology
c. TLW use information from research by
paraphrasing
Benchmark: Understands the need
for citing sources of information (copyright)
a. TLW recognize the need to and will cite
sources and prepare bibliographies
Benchmark: Respects others’ ideas and backgrounds and
acknowledges their contributions
a. TLW work collaboratively on projects
b. TLW use a number of sources for research
projects
Sixth-Eighth Grades
Standard 1: Reads widely both for information and in
pursuit of personal interests
Benchmark: Seeks information related to personal
interests
a.
TLW explore
topics of interest
b.
TLW
read for pleasure, to learn and to solve information needs
c.
TLW
seek answers to questions
Benchmark: Selects literature
based on interest, need and appropriateness
a.
TLW
use the library, library resources, the Internet and other information sources
Benchmark: Selects books and
other materials independently for classroom assignments and personal interests
a.
TLW
become acquainted with award-winning literature and award lists (Iowa Teen
Award)
b.
TLW
independently read a significant number of books each year
Standard 2: Uses inquiry and critical thinking skills to
acquire, evaluate, use and create information
Benchmark: Understands scope,
depth and potential usefulness of a variety of available information resources
a.
TLW identify
the appropriate information resource to fulfill an information need
b.
TLW
locate necessary information within a resource
Benchmark: Uses search and
navigational features of print and electronic sources to efficiently access
information
a.
TLW
generate appropriate keywords to use as access points in a search
b.
TLW
demonstrate skill using the electronic library catalog
c.
TLW
locate library materials on the shelf by call number
d.
TLW
search online databases and the Internet effectively
e.
TLW
navigate within print and electronic resources to locate and access information
Benchmark: Examines and
evaluates information
a.
TLW
apply evaluative criteria to determine the usefulness of the information (i.e.
relevancy, suitability, authority, objectivity, currency)
Benchmark: Extracts relevant and
essential information from sources
a.
TLW
identify information relevant and essential to the information need
b.
TLW
use paraphrasing, notetaking and other strategies to record results of
information searching
Benchmark: Organizes and
synthesizes information from multiple sources
a.
TLW
organize information from multiple sources in a logical sequence using a
graphic organizer
Benchmark: Creates and
effectively communicates information and ideas to others
a.
TLW
use a variety of technology tools to create products
b.
TLW
select an appropriate format for communicating ideas
c.
TLW
use writing and speaking skills to present information
d.
TLW
present, perform or share information and ideas successfully
e.
TLW
evaluate a product or presentation
Standard 3: Seeks multiple perspectives, shares
information and ideas with others and uses information and resources ethically
Benchmark: Understands the concept of plagiarism and
cites sources properly
a.
TLW
observe copyright guidelines
b.
TLW
cite sources in the proper format
Benchmark: Uses library
materials, computers and other equipment productively, responsibly, and
independently
a.
TLW
practice responsible use of library materials and technology
b.
TLW
follow Internet safety rules and guidelines as defined in district policy
Benchmark: Works effectively in
groups
a.
TLW
respect different points of view and opinions
b.
TLW
work collaboratively on projects
c.
TLW
use a variety of sources for research projects
Ninth-Twelfth Grades
Standard 1: Reads widely both for information and in
pursuit of personal interests
Benchmark: Seeks information
related to personal interests
a.
TLW
explore topics of interest
b.
TLW
read for pleasure, to learn, and to solve information needs
c.
TLW
seek answers to questions
Benchmark: Selects literature
based on interest, need and appropriateness
a.
TLW
use the library, library resources, the Internet and other information sources
Benchmark: Selects books and
other materials independently for classroom assignments and personal interests
a.
TLW
become acquainted with award-winning literature and award lists (Iowa High
School Award)
b.
TLW
independently read a significant number of books each year
Standard 2: Uses inquiry and critical thinking skills to
acquire, evaluate, use and create information
Benchmark: Understands scope,
depth and potential usefulness of more advanced, sophisticated and diverse
resources
a.
TLW
identify the appropriate information resource to fulfill an information need
b.
TLW
develop a purpose or thesis statement
c.
TLW
identify potential sources of information, both within the library and beyond
the school walls
Benchmark: Develops and executes
successful strategies to efficiently and effectively access information
a.
TLW
identify and use appropriate strategies to execute and refine successful
searches
b.
TLW
navigate within print and electronic resources effectively and independently
Benchmark: Examines and
evaluates information
a.
TLW
apply evaluative criteria to determine the relative value of the information
(i.e. relevancy, suitability, authority, objectivity, currency)
b.
TLW
use paraphrasing, highlighting or other extraction strategies to identify and
record relevant information
c.
TLW
compare and contrast information from various sources
Benchmark: Organizes and
synthesizes information from multiple sources
a.
TLW analyze
information and identify topics, subtopics and relationships
b.
TLW
organize information in a logical sequence
Benchmark: Creates and
effectively communicates information and ideas to others
a.
TLW
select an appropriate format for communication ideas
b.
TLW
develop a formal outline or storyboard
c.
TLW
revise and refine as necessary
d.
TLW
create a product that clearly expresses ideas
e.
TLW use
appropriate resources and technology skillfully in creating products
f.
TLW
use writing and speaking skills to present, perform or share information
g.
TLW
evaluate a product or presentation
Standard 3: Seeks multiple perspectives, shares
information and ideas with others and uses information and resources ethically
Benchmark: Understands and respects district policy on
legal and ethical use of information
a.
TLW
paraphrase and uses conventions of quoting properly
b.
TLW
observe copyright guidelines
c.
TLW
cite sources in the proper format
Benchmark: Works effectively in
groups
a.
TLW
respect intellectual freedom and recognize various viewpoints
b.
TLW
work collaboratively with others to do research and prepare presentations
Benchmark: Seeks diverse sources
and multiple points of views
a.
TLW research
in a competent and self-directed manner