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OPAC - Online Public Access Catalog
Our library media center is automated and online, providing an Online Public Access Catalog (OPAC). Our OPAC provides library resources to students and teachers that may be accessed via the Internet from school and home.


OUR CIRCULATION POLICY

Why do we have a circulation policy?
How long can I borrow a book or magazine?

Can I renew my library book?
What happens if I don't return my library book on time?

What if I loose or damage my library book?
Why should I behave in the library? 

 

 

PAUL CUFFE MST ACADEMY
LIBRARY MEDIA CENTER (LMC)
Room 207/209

 

                                                                        Library Staff

                                                                            

                                              Ms. Sharon Hicks, Library Media Specialist
                                              (click to email me)

 

 

Explore the parts of a book

 


"Reading is the gateway skill that makes all other learning possible."

President Barack Obama

Links for Book Lovers


For Readers Only

For Readers Only is a one-stop wiki on the World Wide Web for young readers, third through eighth grade,
girls and boys to explore books, authors, genres and to search for their favorite books, authors, or illustrators and their websites...and so much more.


Embracing the Child 


Random Library
Children & Young Adult book reviews by Ms. Kathy, a children's librarian at St. Andrews Regional Library, a branch of the Charleston County Public Library.


Book Adventure

Book Adventure is a FREE reading motivation program for children in grades K-8. Children create their own book lists from over 7,000 recommended titles, take multiple choice quizzes on the books they've read, and earn points and prizes for their literary successes.

 

AR bookfinder
You can search for book titles based on authors, topics, or titles of books. Just type what you want to search for in the blank field above and click Go.

 
the brown bookshelf
The Brown Bookshelf is a group of 5 authors and illustrators, brought together for the collective goal of showcasing the best and brightest voices in African-American Children’s Literature.


Readergirlz
Readergirlz is about having serious fun while talking about books with the author and your friends...and so much more!

Just For Kids Who Love Books
Hey you! Yes, you there, sitting in that chair reading these words on your computer screen. Are you a kid? Do you like reading books? Find out about your favorite authors, titles, and series.

KidSpace and TeenSpace
You'll find articles written especially to help you solve problems, links to web sites you can use for homework, and a place to ask questions. There's lots more, too. Explore!

Children's and Young Adults' Authors & Illustrators
Welcome to the Internet School Library Media Center's index to author and illustrator Internet sites.


Authors & Illustrators on the Web
This website is a great source of information about a great many children's writers and illustrators and includes authors' personal websites and websites maintained by fans, scholars, and readers.

The Children's Book Council's Author & Illustrator sites

Children's Literature Web Guide
The websites listed here include authors' personal websites and websites maintained by fans, scholars, and readers.

Fairrosa CyberLibrary of Children's Literature 

 

Click here for your favorite author websites 


Check out...

Book-centered sites like LibraryThing, Goodreads, Shelfari, aNobii and BookJetty, allow readers to keep track of books they have read or books they want to read or buy — and see what others are reading and recommending.

   

 



Start YOUR research for reports and projects in YOUR library media center

 

   Click here to learn how to...

 

                                                                              from the Oregon School Library Information System