Book Care Basics

Why should dogs not be allowed near books?

• Dogs will chew on books.
• Dogs will read them.
• Dogs don't like to share.
• They'll come up with plans to rule the world!

Why should we keep books safe from water?

• Books cannot swim.
• Books are allergic to water.
• Books are damaged by water.
• Books like water.

What part of the book should be showing when it is placed correctly on a shelf?

• The spine
• The cover
• The title page
• The pages

What do you do with a library book you are returning?

• Book drop or let Ms. Lori scan it and place it on the book cart
• Shelve it if you know where it goes
• Leave it on the floor outside the library.
• Don't worry about it; we don't need them back!

What should you do if you notice that your library book is damaged?

• Go to the store and buy a replacement copy.
• You didn't do it, so you don't need to do anything.
• Try to fix it yourself.
• Tell the librarian.

What tool do you use to know where to put the book back on the book shelf?

• Your shoe
• A bookmark
• A pencil
• A shelf marker

A library book makes a great umbrella.

• True
• False

If you move to a different school, what should you do with your library books?

• Take it to your new school.
• Lend it to a friend.
• Return it to the library.
• Leave it in your locker or your desk for someone else to find.