Poo Bum!

By Stephanie Blake

The title of this book says it all! Little kids plus us big kids will get a kick out of this book about a little rabbit, who will only say the words Poo Bum. Read this book to find out what happens to the little character.  This book will keep a smile on your face for days, and maybe even you will be tempted to repeat little rabbits famous line.

 

How children learn

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From  Montessori to Vygotsky – Educational theories and approaches made easy  

By Linda Pound

This book is one of three focussing on how children learn.  Book 1 summarises the findings and ideas of 30 educational theorists and psychologists including Montessori, Dewey and Piaget. 

This is a fantastic resource to borrow or add to your collection.  The text and layout is easy to read and understand.

EXCITING – NZ MATHS SITE

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This Maths site is fantastic and will be such an asset to your teaching.  There is a list with appropriate level picture books to go with the Maths subject you are teaching plus an activity guide.  One of those sites you will find you go back to time and time again, to help you in your planning.  Check it out now!

Scared? Nervous? Excited? Terrified?

 

Butterflies in My Stomach and Other School Hazards  by Serge Bloch

A lovely little book to keep or  to give to one of the special people in your life starting on a new adventure.  Simple ink drawings  accompany the great idioms on each page.  “he’d have to talk to the principal because she was the big cheese’ is written beside a simple  drawing of the principal dressed in Swiss cheese.  Perfect for teaching such an abstract concept to young children.

Uni Bound? Students’ Stories of Transition from School to University

 

What an awesome book for those moving into University life.  15 young New Zealanders share their experiences as they look back at their transition from school to  tertiary study. 

The students offer fantastic down to earth  advice and have some great hints to help you get through your individual journey.  The stories are humorous and honest and provide a glimpse at the reality behind all the shiny brochures and television advertisements.

 

A wonderful, long overdue book

Welcome to all students from Southland Campus

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Merry Christmas

Last post for the year, thanks for all your support and company here in the Library.  We wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy Safe New Year.  See you all in 2012.

Christmas Crafts

 

Come on, get creative! 

No excuses, there is no need for a sewing machine in this book.  All hand sewn and  easily made  by yourself and the kids.

Great ideas, all made with fabric and card, little bags, fabric angels, and great goodies for your tree.  Great ideas to fill in the hours once the kids finish school and to keep yourself busy over the holidays.

 

 

 

Another great book to keep you busy over the holidays.

A range of ideas for Christmas, from cooking  sweet goodies to making decorations and decorating your parcels….

Have Fun!

Homemade Crafts for the Holidays

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With the holidays approaching, how about challenging yourself to get crafty.  As you know in the library, craft and homemade are our middle names, so we are hoping it may rub off…..

How about jazzing up old t-shirts with the kids (no sewing machine needed) , homemade felt cupcakes, dolls, bags and can you remember making rats tails with leftover balls of wool from mums cupboard, 4 nails and a wooden cotton reel?

Your kids will love you for it.  Give it a go!

 

Check out how to knit on this you tube tutorial

A simple step-by-step introduction to knitting, with over 25 easy ideas and instructions. 

A modern twist on knitting, there is even knitted mobile phone and iPod covers!  I loved the awesome instructions for the felted bag, and I am going to give the good ole never fail scarf a go, ready for next winter.

Get stitched up, by knitting over the holidays!