Programs for Middle School
and High School Students
S.O.A.R.
Students Offering Assistance to Readers
4th-12th grade volunteers are needed to read to younger children
and help beginners practice their reading skills.
Volunteer Training Session: Monday, August 26, 4:00 pm
(If you wish to volunteer but can't attend the training session, talk to Lisa at the Library.)
SOAR Program Sessions
Mondays, September 9, 16, 23, 20
After School, 3:45-4:45
SOAR will be followed by a Reading Buddies program in October,
pairing 1 youth volunteer with one child to read together at the Library.
Reading Buddies choose their own day and time to meet,
so if time of SOAR isn't convenient, ask about being a Reading Buddy.
Students Offering Assistance to Readers
4th-12th grade volunteers are needed to read to younger children
and help beginners practice their reading skills.
Volunteer Training Session: Monday, August 26, 4:00 pm
(If you wish to volunteer but can't attend the training session, talk to Lisa at the Library.)
SOAR Program Sessions
Mondays, September 9, 16, 23, 20
After School, 3:45-4:45
SOAR will be followed by a Reading Buddies program in October,
pairing 1 youth volunteer with one child to read together at the Library.
Reading Buddies choose their own day and time to meet,
so if time of SOAR isn't convenient, ask about being a Reading Buddy.
CMS Inklings
Book Club for 7th & 8th graders Meets at Carthage Middle School for October read Inkling by Kenneth Oppel Copies will be available from Ms. Lewis at the Middle School. |
IWHS Book Group
Meets at Illini West High School Contact Mrs. Shupe for information Books may be obtained from the Carthage Public Library or from Mrs Shupe at Illini West. Check out the titles on the Abe Lincoln Award and Read for a Lifetime booklists |
2019 Quick Picks for Reluctant Young Adult Readers
The Quick Picks for Reluctant Readers list identifies titles aimed at encouraging reading among teens who dislike to read for any reason.
Statewide Reading Programs
Rebecca Caudill
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Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award Abraham Lincoln Readers' Choice Award Read for a Lifetime
for 5th-8th grade students for High School Students for High School Students
for 5th-8th grade students for High School Students for High School Students
2019-20 reading lists are posted on the websites.
We have purchased most of the books. They are located up front, near the magazines.
If there is one we don't own, or if our copy is checked out,
please ask us to place a hold or borrow it from another library.
Also many of the titles are available as downloadable ebooks or audio books from the eReadIllinois site with the axis 360 app. For your convenience, we will create folders with the available books. When logging into the eReadIllinois site from your computer, select "Statewide Reading Lists" from the top Menu bar. Then each of the 4 programs will be listed on the left side. Unfortunately these lists are not visible on the mobile app.
Some titles are also available to download from our ADML site with the Overdrive or Libby app.
We have purchased most of the books. They are located up front, near the magazines.
If there is one we don't own, or if our copy is checked out,
please ask us to place a hold or borrow it from another library.
Also many of the titles are available as downloadable ebooks or audio books from the eReadIllinois site with the axis 360 app. For your convenience, we will create folders with the available books. When logging into the eReadIllinois site from your computer, select "Statewide Reading Lists" from the top Menu bar. Then each of the 4 programs will be listed on the left side. Unfortunately these lists are not visible on the mobile app.
Some titles are also available to download from our ADML site with the Overdrive or Libby app.
Each program involves a list of book, chosen each year by the statewide committee. Carthage Public Library registers for all three programs, and purchases and displays the books. The Rebecca Caudill Program and Abraham Lincoln Program are sponsored by the Illinois School Library Media Association (ISLMA). They are both Readers' Choice programs, which means that students who read the required number of books (3) by the end of February, are eligible to vote for their favorite. The Library submits the Carthage votes to the State. The Read for a Lifetime program is sponsored by the Illinois State Library, and does not involve voting. The State Library provides certificates for participants who read 4 books by the end of March. There is special recognition for students who participate in the program all four years of high school. The Library awards small prizes (such as food coupons) to participants of all 3 programs.
Carthage Middle School teachers help promote the Rebecca Caudill program, and voting usually takes place at the Middle School. Home Schooled students should request a ballot at the Library in February. CMS also holds a Battle of the Book Contest each year. Teams compete against each other to answer questions about the books on the list.
High School students may participate in either the Abraham Lincoln program or the Read for a Lifetime program, or both. Students should turn in their reading lists to the Library to vote in the Abraham Lincoln program and to receive their prizes or certificates. The Abraham Lincoln program has a special recognition for the Double Deuces, students who read all 22 books on the list.
Carthage Middle School teachers help promote the Rebecca Caudill program, and voting usually takes place at the Middle School. Home Schooled students should request a ballot at the Library in February. CMS also holds a Battle of the Book Contest each year. Teams compete against each other to answer questions about the books on the list.
High School students may participate in either the Abraham Lincoln program or the Read for a Lifetime program, or both. Students should turn in their reading lists to the Library to vote in the Abraham Lincoln program and to receive their prizes or certificates. The Abraham Lincoln program has a special recognition for the Double Deuces, students who read all 22 books on the list.
On-line Educational Resources & Homework Helps
From the American Library Association (ALA)
Links to recommended websites for kids & parents.
There is also a reference desk section.
gws.ala.org/category/reference-desk
Links to recommended websites for kids & parents.
There is also a reference desk section.
gws.ala.org/category/reference-desk
Kahn Academy Free instruction in a variety of subjects for students in elementary school through college level.
Ben's Guide to the U.S. Government, from the Government Printing Office, provides information about the U.S. government, a "Place the States" game, and printable activities.
https://bensguide.gpo.gov
https://bensguide.gpo.gov
iCivics.org: Learn about civics and citizenship thorough on-line games. There are resources for teachers.
Find a Book Illinois (http://www.lexile.com/fab/Illinois) helps you find books that fit your interests and reading level. Type in your lexile score or grade level information and interests. As you browse the lists of books there is an option to "Find it in a Library" to see if it's available at the Carthage Public Library. Please remember that if we don't own a book, we can usually borrow it for you from another library.
Disclaimer: The Carthage Public Library is not responsible for the content or accuracy of any of the websites listed.
Although the Library has made an effort to screen the websites , it is not possible to explore them completely.
In addition, Internet websites, links, and content are constantly changing.
Parents are urged to preview all sites and to closely supervise and monitor their child's Internet usage.
Be sure to read all privacy policies. Some of the sites may contain ads.
Inclusion on this resource list is not an endorsement of the site, the company, or its advertisers.
Although the Library has made an effort to screen the websites , it is not possible to explore them completely.
In addition, Internet websites, links, and content are constantly changing.
Parents are urged to preview all sites and to closely supervise and monitor their child's Internet usage.
Be sure to read all privacy policies. Some of the sites may contain ads.
Inclusion on this resource list is not an endorsement of the site, the company, or its advertisers.
