District 65 is  happy to introduce you to Bibliomania! This program has come to life through many incarnations. Although the name has changed a few times our goal is the same: letting our students read wonderful stories and give them opportunity to express their learning.  Fourth and Fifth Grade students will still be encouraged to read from a carefully selected list of titles. The list will be shorter this year, but will still offer student choice.

All titles will be available in our school library, the North Branch and the Main Branch of the EPL.
​ Ebooks and audio books are available.
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We heard student voices and have streamlined projects that are both accessible as well as engaging that will encourage a deeper understanding of the book. Recognition and rewards will be aligned throughout the district, with each school giving an opportunity to “battle”.  The program will run the length of the school year, with occasionally mini challenges along the way. 
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We hope you join the journey of Bibliomania this year. If you have any further questions, please reach out to Mrs. Schencker!

Want to watch the Bibliomania Kick Off Video?
Click here!


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Bluestem Award Book Club
2019 - 2020
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​The Bluestem Award is designed for students in  grades 3-5 who are ready for longer titles than found on  the Monarch list, but not quite ready for the sophistication  of some of the Rebecca Caudill titles. 
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Named in honor of Big Bluestem, which is the Illinois state Prairie grass, the award may include both timeless  classics and current titles, as well as books that have appeared on the Monarch and Rebecca Caudill lists.  
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Students are challenged to read 5 Bluestem books (or more!) and complete a project for each.
The project choices are: slide show, 90 Second Summary, or an art project of their choice.
Each project has to show understanding of book's plot, characters and message. The deadline for reading 5 books is January 27, 2020. A celebratory lunch will be held for those who complete the challenge

All titles will be available in our school library, the North Branch and the Main Branch of the EPL.
​ Ebooks and audio books are available.
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Coretta Scott King
​Pura Belpré Book Club
2019 - 2020
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The Coretta Scott King and Pura Belpré Books Club is an exciting way to bring diverse literature into the lives of our students. Students are asked to read from the list provided. Book titles were chosen carefully, including books of varying authors and genres. All titles are Coretta Scott King or Pura Belpré Award winners or honor books. 

All titles will be available in our school library, the North Branch and the Main Branch of the EPL.
​ Ebooks and audio books are available.
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Students are required to complete and turn in a book form for each book read.
Participating students are given a folder to keep the journal pages.

Click HERE to find ebooks or read alouds from our list.
Click HERE to complete a CSK/PB Google Form

Students who complete the reading challenge of 20 books will be invited to a celebratory lunch with
Mrs. Schencker & Mr. Weinberg!

The deadline for reading all 20 books is MAY 15, 2020!
Primary Battle of the Books 
​2019 - 2020

Kindergarten, First, and Second Grades

Primary Battle of the books is offered at Lincolnwood School
to challenge students in the younger grades.
This program promotes the love of reading, supports healthy competition, and cultivates teamwork. 
​Primary BOB is open to all Kindergarten through 2nd Grade students.

​Students who wish to compete
must read and report a minimum of 18 books from this year's Battle List. 
​The students who meet this goal will be placed on a team
to compete against fellow Lincolnwood Students. 

Questions? Contact:
Tawnya Hoefakker or Melinda Pressoir

​Click here for a journal sheet.