The holiday season is upon us, and the library is busy with exciting activities for everyone! Whether you're looking to challenge yourself, share your love for books, or cozy up with a new book, we have something for you this month.
December Challenge: Join the Fun!
Students and faculty, are you ready for a little friendly competition? Participate in our December Challenge and earn prizes along the way! Here's how it works:
- For each completed activity, you’ll earn 1 raffle entry.
- Complete a Bingo and receive a piece of candy.
- Fill the entire Bingo board to earn a coveted "Friend of the Library" button!
Print your own challenge board or pick one up from the library.
All participants will be celebrated at our Hot Chocolate Party on Friday, 12/20 during the lunch block. Don’t miss this chance to mingle, enjoy some hot cocoa, and find out who takes home the raffle prizes—a bookish mug and a Weston blanket.
Book Recommendations: Share Your Favorites!
Write a review of your favorite book and see it proudly displayed in the library.
- Submit your review through this Google Form or stop by the library to fill one out in person. Your recommendations could inspire someone else to pick up their next great read—and bonus—it's also a part of the December challenge!
Warm Up with a Book
Baby, it’s cold outside—but the library is the perfect place to stay warm and cozy! This month, we’re featuring collections guaranteed to brighten your winter days:
- Nostalgic Reads: Take a trip down memory lane.
- Book to Screen: Discover (or rediscover) the stories behind your favorite movies and shows.
- New Arrivals: We have plenty of fresh titles just waiting for you to curl up with.
Browse the shelves or the online catalog to find your perfect winter read!
Curl Up with Kindergartners
We’re thrilled to host Curl Up and Read, a special event where our youngest readers meet our senior mentors. On Friday, 12/20 from 8:45–11:15, seniors from Henry Moon and Claire Schomp's classes will team up with kindergarteners for a morning filled with:
- Reading adventures
- Fun crafts
- Camaraderie and smiles!
A huge thank you to the PTO for funding this wonderful event that brings our school community together.
We can’t wait to see you in the library this December. Stay warm, and happy reading!
Mrs. Barry & Ms. Lockwell
The library is home to a brand-new Chromebook cart! Our latest addition, named Maui (as part of our district’s new tradition of naming all carts after islands), is ready to serve whole-class needs for testing.
This month, the library is promoting kindness, curiosity, and of course—great reading!
The Pillar of Kindness: Share the Love!
We invite anyone to contribute to our Pillar of Kindness by writing a kind note on a heart and adding it to the display. Whether it’s a thank-you, a shout-out to a friend, or a positive message to brighten someone’s day, every note helps build a stronger, more supportive school community. Stop by and add your heart today!
February “To-Due” List Raffle
Looking for a fun way to get involved in the library this month? Check out our February To-Due List! Complete activities like:
✔️ Going on a Blind Date with a Book
✔️ Adding a heart to the Pillar of Kindness
✔️ Writing a book review
✔️ Learning a fact for Black History Month
Each completed activity earns you a raffle entry for a chance to win a Wildcats plushie or a Weston winter hat.
Black History Month: Learn & Share
February is Black History Month, and we invite everyone—students and teachers alike—to engage in learning and reflection. Stop by the library to browse our book display, highlighting the voices and stories that have shaped history.
📢 Teachers & students: We’d love to have your contributions to our mentimeter! Share an interesting fact you’ve learned about a historical figure or event using the QR code in the library. We’ll showcase these facts throughout the month.
Blind Date with a Book: No Judging by Covers!
Not all blind dates end in disaster—especially when they’re with books! Wrapped by our fantastic student volunteers, these surprise books come with only a few hints about their contents. Pick one up and maybe you’ll discover a new favorite. After you’ve read it, let the library know what you thought about your “date” by filling out this form.
Have a Great February
No matter how you participate, we hope you find something to love in the library this month. And remember, if you need help with a research project, finding sources, or just figuring out where to start, we are always happy to help.
See you in the library!
— Mrs. Barry & Ms. Lockwell