Summer Reading Queens Library

Summer is almost here and school is almost out! You have access to lots of Summer Reading through SORA and the Queens Public Library. Enjoy days at the beach, park or at home taking an adventure reading books! Enjoy your Summer!!!

Book Club Movie Trip

We had so much fun going to see Lilo and Stitch then grabbing a great meal. Our next meeting is Friday, be prepared to have our final book discussion!

Ms. Carey: Food Additives Ban New York

Professionals in the food industry have found that food additives are harmful and can lead to health problems, others believe they are helpful in preserving food and making food more appealing.      

What do you think?   

What are food additives? 

Britannica

Researching Controversial Issues

Opposing Viewpoints

New York Times and Time Magazine

These are some websites to assist you with checking your facts:         

Checkology, Lead Stories, FactCheck.org

Book Club 2024-2025

 

Book Club will begin Friday October

18th. You will receive our first book

of the school year. We will also discuss

our first trip and get to know new 

members. Summer Birthday's will

be celebrated. Can't wait to see all

of you!

Welcome Back!

The library is open for business! Come in to read, use computers, play games, print work, and much more...

If you need your password reset or access to your email please see me Mrs. Lewis, the Librarian.

See our online catalog here.

Hope to see you soon!

Book Club Reads A Good Girl's Guide to Murder

Let's take a look at a similiar real life case

Adnan Syed

The Case Against Adnan

Black History Month SORA

Book Club Fun 2022-2023

Mr. Stefanidis Eminent Domain

Define Eminent Domain Britannica

Kelo v. New London

The New York Times

NovelNY

Welcome Back! Join Book Club 2023-2024

We are back in the building and ready to read! Stop by the library during your lunch period to pick up a Readers Realm Book Club application. Meetings will begin next month. Join to enjoy good books, make new friends and great conversation. Hope to see you soon.

Celebrate Juneteenth All Month Long

Read, learn and celebrate Juneteenth in Sora! Sign-in with your NYCDOE email account and start reading.

Sora

Research Assignment Ms. D'astolfo

You have been tasked to conduct research about a famous Latinx woman. 

These resources will provide you with biographical information about your topic.

Britannica

Gale Academic

The New York Times

NYPL

Book Club Selection The Way I Used to Be

What are some of the similarities between Eden and Daisy?

Daisy

Interview

Charlie

What are some of the similarities between Charlie and Caelin?

Book Club Selection The Way I Used To Be

Today we will view this news clip followed by discussion about how the case relates to the book. 

Daisy

New Library Cards

Welcome to Mylibrarynyc!
Lets get the app!
Get access to music here!

View magazines here!
Lets look at your account here!

Check out Comics and more here!

Browse more available titles here!

More titles here!

Even More here!

Watch Movies here!

Queens Technical High School catalog

Lets sign out a book in SORA here!

Ms. Carey's Argument Assignment

Accessing Resources

Britannica School High

Opposing Viewpoints

ProCon.Org

Gale Academic OneFile

The New York Times

MyBib Create Citation

Book Club 2022-2023

Book Club applications are available for the 2022-2023 school year. Please stop by the library if  you are interested. It's a lot of fun, check out some of the pictures from last year.

Orientation 2024-2025 Welcome to Your School Library!

Library Hours:

Monday thru Thursday Periods 1,2,4,5,6,7 and 8 

Friday Periods 1,2,Book Club,9 and 10

Please come during your lunch or free periods to read, borrow books, use Microsoft Office, play board games, use the Internet for research and for fun.

Borrowing Rules:

Your student ID is your Library Card. You may borrow one book for three weeks, however you may renew and place material on hold. 

Library Rules:

1. All students must show ID or Library Lunch Pass when entering the library.

2. There is no food, drinks or gum chewing allowed.

3. Students are allowed to play computer games, watch videos and to use your personal devices on mute or with headphones. 

*****Note* School work takes priority over other activities on school computers. 

4. Please ask Mrs. Lewis before you print.

5. You must remain in the library the entire period.

6. No cell phone use allowed in the library.

7. You may borrow a laptop with your School ID card.

Resources:

• Destiny Discover- Access our school catalog including eBooks.
• Databases/Online Encyclopedias
• ProCon.org
  
• Sora- NYCDOE Citywide Digital Library available for all NYCDOE students. Borrow eBooks, AudioBooks and Magazines. 
• Book Club

Microsoft Office Free For All NYCDOE Students

Free and Low Cost Internet

Outside Resources

Queens Public Library No More Fines

Apply for eCard

Brooklyn Public Library

Apply for eCard

NYPL

Apply for eCard

Borrow a tablet or Laptop at Queens Library

Queens Public Library

Breaking News!!! Queens Public Library will no longer charge late fines. They are also clearing all existing late fines on accounts. If you have lost material you must pay, however students can participate in Read Down Your Fees to clear your account. NYPL and Brooklyn Public Library are also no longer charging fines as well. Yay!!!!

Have a Great Summer Reading

Take a book with you everywhere you go this Summer, including but not limited to the beach, the park and your own backyard. Many branches of the Queens Library are now open. You can also explore other reading options including Sora and Destiny which you can use your school email and password to access. 

Stay safe this Summer and read!!!

Instant Summer Reads in Sora

Make sure to log into Sora this Summer for access to instant reads. All you have to do is log in, select a book and start reading all Summer long.

Sora Summer 

Summer Reading at New York Libraries

Participate in this years Summer Reading Teen Video Challenge! You could win a cash prize of $200 and $50 worth of Summer reading material. This competition is open to students ages 13-18, submissions must be received by August 6th, 2021. For more information please visit Summer Reading Challenge.

More June Pride Month Sora Reads

New York Times Summer Reading 2021

The New York Times has released their top ten recommended young adult books for Summer 2021. Remember you have access to The New York Times for free all summer long. Sign in with your NYCDOE email and password.

New York Times Summer 2021 Reads

Fun Friday's Free YouTube Movie

Read the graphic novel Tomb Raider in Sora at the Queens Library. Go on a quest with Lara Croft for the secret to immortality as she fights a lethal new enemy. You can also watch the free Lara Croft Tomb Raider: The Cradle of Life movie on YouTube below. 

Tonight you can view a Juneteenth: Together We Triumph- A Soul of a Nation Special Event on ABC from 9pm-11pm. 

Juneteenth ABC Event Special