Puzzles as Clues in our Call Number Scavenger Hunt
4th and 5th graders are beginning a new series of lessons where they learn to better use our library catalog. The essential question is How can I find what I want in the library? I used a series of puzzles as clues in a call number scavenger hunt to launch the unit. It served as a fun and engaging entry point, and students were able to successfully apply the learning the next week. 4th grade students work through their clue. Ultimately, I want students to be able to Identify their need or interest Use their skills to find a book using the catalog Locate what they want/need In the past, I have found students to be moderately successful using the catalog, but not nearly as successful locating the books they want. I found students frustrated. I decided to start with the ultimate goal and practice these skills first. After a brief conversation about the different library "neighborhoods" and what we could find there, students broke into teams and began the scavenger hunt. S