Standards/Goals	Instructional Tools	Assessment Tools
Information Literacy A student who is information literate: - accesses information efficiently and effectively - evaluates information  critically and competently - uses information accurately and creatively	Identify famous authors and illustrators Recognize and choose quality fiction including animal stories, realistic fiction, series, and sport stories Recognize and choose intermediate chapter books for recreational reading Identifies cover, pages, spine, spine label, title, barcode, illustrations, index, glossary, table of contents, verso (copyright) Use table of contents and index Use steps in at least one research model for finding, organizing and presenting information Understand library organization: fiction (alphabetical order), nonfiction (number order) and circulation desk and signage Formulate questions specific to information need Develop an awareness of reference tools Identify fiction and nonfiction Identify facts and opinions Use visual and textual cues to solve information problems Use sequencing and other organizational strategies to restate information Connect new ideas with prior knowledge Extract and communicate meaning of text and illustrations in picture books Use the online catalog (OPEC)	Six Traits Graphic Organizers Fiction Books Nonfiction Books	Teacher observation Student participation Oral discussion Student projects Teacher assessments Rubrics
Independent Learning A student who is an independent learner is information literate and: - pursues Information related  to personal interests - appreciates literature and other creative expressions  of information - strives for excellence in  information seeking and knowledge generation	Self-select books for enjoyment, personal interest, and enrichment Organize relevant information Share information with others View and listen to a wide variety of literature Participate in activities that encourage the appreciation of literature Evaluate and respond to literature using a personal perspective Examine the qualities of award winning books Compare and contrast information from a variety of formats Recognize basic literary elements Ask questions and set a purpose for reading Select appropriate materials Develop an awareness of basic information problem solving steps	Six Traits Graphic Organizers Fiction Books Nonfiction Books	Teacher observation Student participation Oral discussions
Social Responsibility A student who contributes positively to the learning community and to society is information literate and: - recognizes the importance of information to a democratic society - practices ethical behavior in regard to information and information technology - participates effectively in groups  to pursue and generate information	View and listen to literature and information in a variety of cultures and disciplines Develop and awareness of intellectual freedom and freedom of expressions while accepting personal responsibility to maintain community standards Avoid plagiarism and model appropriate use of basic copyright laws Exchange knowledge and information with others Participate and respond in group discussions by communicating specific facts, opinions, and points of view Demonstrate proper care and handling of library resources Show respect for others	DWP Six Traits Fiction Books Nonfiction Books Summarizing	Teacher observation Student participation Oral discussions