Are there
borrowing rules?
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Yes. We ask that all students have a library bag
or satchel with them when they return and/or borrow any
books. A clean, dry, plastic shopping bag is
acceptable.
Prep
and Early Years students can borrow one book at a time, plus a
home reader. Middle and Upper Years students can
have two books at a time. The maximum borrowing time for
all is two weeks or ten school days.
We're sorry, but students with an overdue loan may not
borrow anything new until the outstanding book/s is/are
returned. |
What if
my child finishes the book before the loan time is
up?
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At
Eatons Hill, students are welcome to change their books daily.
That means that as soon as your child finishes his book he/she
can bring it back and get a new one. Believe it or not, we
have had some children do this the very same day!!
However, please keep in mind that coming to the library
on a non-library day depends largely on the classroom
teacher's daily routine. There may not be time in the class
schedule, but students are very welcome to come in at
lunchtime, and before and after school most days.
So we
hope to see your child more than just once a
week. |
What if
my child loses his book?
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Keeping
Library books in a safe and consistent place at home will help
you find them when you need them.
Unfortunately
books do occasionally get lost. What we ask is that you write
or call us and let us know. We ask you to look at least one
more time before giving up.
At
the same time as you search, we check the Library shelves and
ask the child's classroom teacher to help check the
classroom.
Lost
books "appear" in the
most unusual places.
If
the book is truly lost, arrangements need to be made
concerning replacement or payment.
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What if
my child's library book gets damaged?
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If
your child's library book gets damaged in any way (ripped,
torn, wet, or the dog ate it) please send it back to school.
Please
do not repair books at home.
We
use special materials here in the library there are particular
techniques we use in book repair.
Please
place the book in a bag so that all the pieces stay together
or if wet.
Depending on the
damage, replacement costs may be
sought. |
Can my
children or I donate books to the library?
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Yes!
Absolutely!!
Whether
they are from your own "outgrown but loved" collection or
brand new (see our wish list in Eatons Hill Stars) we gladly
consider your donation.
New
books will get a book plate showing that your child gave the
gift of reading to their school library, a star on the display
in the Library and an acknowledgement on the school
website.
If
you are donating from your personal collection please
understand that acceptance will depend on compliance with EQ's
book selection policies, our school's requirements and each
individual book's condition. |
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