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Welcome to Crockett Elementary Library

Book of the Day!

Explore the Book of the Day! Click on a book to the right to find fun resources that go along with these books.

Check out our eBook collection!

Library Catalog: Destiny Discover

Destiny Discover is the place to find eBooks (electronic books) to read on your device! Crockett students can check out up to 5 eBooks at a time. eBooks are returned automatically after 7 days. However, if a student is not done reading a particular book, he/she may check it out again for another 7-day period. 

 

To access the library catalog:

1. Students log into their Class Link account or go to the ClassLink app on their iPad 

a. Username - ID Number (this can be found in the Parent Portal(opens external link in new window))

  b. Password - 8-digit birthday

2. Select the Destiny Discover tile. It will log in your child automatically.

3. Once your child checks out a book, go to My Stuff > Checkouts to continue reading the book. 

4. While browsing eBooks, look for the section at the bottom of the homepage called "Lightbox Books". These books focus on various science-related topics and have interactive features such as videos, slideshows, maps, and more! 

 

Watch this video for step-by-step instructions:

 

Tutorial Video

 

Sterling Municipal Library

Visit Baytown's public library!

Sterling Municipal Library is located at 1 Mary Wilbanks Avenue in Baytown. It is a fabulous library with a wide selection of books for all ages. All you need is a library card. Simply take your Texas ID to the library to sign up with a librarian.

 

Looking for a particular book? Try searching with their online catalog! Find both books and eBooks that are available through the library. Once you have created a free account and have a library card, you can reserve books. They will pull the books for you and notify you when they are ready to be picked up! You can even place a hold on eBooks. To access the catalog, click the link below.

 

Online Catalog

 

If you have any other questions, feel free to call Sterling Municipal Library (281) 427-7331.

  • Click the link below to visit their website and to learn more!

     

    Library Website

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  • Did you know that in addition to checking out books at Sterling Municipal Library, you can also check out eBooks and nseDragSource,W17881,1,2,28 audiobooks? The library uses 2 apps: Axis 360 and Libby. Read or listen to books right from your device!

     

    To access these books, a grownup will either need a library card or a digital library card.  

    1. Full-service library card - Simply go to Sterling Municipal Library with your TX ID and sign up! It is free and easy to do!

    2. Digital Library Card - You can apply for one right from the comfort of your own home!

    Click the link below to learn about eBooks, Axis 360 & Libby (apps to access the eBooks), and how to get a digital library card.

     

    eBook Info

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  • Need something new to read? Check out their new books using the link below! There is something for all ages. Simply click on the different categories at the top and then the subcategories on the left to explore! Once you have a library card, you can create an account and reserve the books. You will get notified when they are ready to be picked up! 

     

    Click here to see the new books!

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More Ways to Find Books

Click on the different sections below to discover even more ways to find books!
Below are some websites (and a library) you can visit to find books your child can read! Click on each one and read the information below it to find out more.
  • Garage sales and yard sales are a great way to find books at a very low cost!

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  • Capstone is a publishing company that offers so much for educators and students! They have released a virtual summer camp full of FREE eBooks, summer activities, and more! Click the 1st link below to visit their webpage. Also, you can read their letter below for more detailed information.

     

    Capstone's Summer Reading Adventure

     

    Letter about Capstone's Summer Reading Adventure

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  • BookFlix is a collection of eBooks offered by the district for GCCISD students. It pairs a fiction story in video format with a nonfiction companion eBook. Each pair of books has additional content such as Meet the Author, games, related websites, and more! Many books are offered in Spanish.

     

    To access BookFlix:

    1. Students will log into their ClassLink account

      a. Username - ID Number (this can be found in the Parent Portal)

      b. Password - 8-digit birthday

    2. Select the GC Library Resources folder

    3. Select the BookFlix tile

    4. It will automatically log your child in!

     

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  • TumbleBooks is a collection of eBooks offered by the district for GCCISD students. There are a variety of books in various formats. Some books are videos, while others are traditional eBooks. The books range across all grade levels. 

     

    To access TumbleBooks:

    1. Students will log into their ClassLink account

    a. Username - ID Number (this can be found in the Parent Portal)

      b. Password - 8-digit birthday

    2. Select the GC Library Resources folder

    3. Select the BookFlix tile

    4. It will automatically log your child in!

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  • Epic Books has been nicknamed the "Netflix of Books"! It is a fantastic place to find thousands of eBooks, audio books, videos, and more! Please note that access to this website/app requires a subscription.

     

    Click here to learn more

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  • Mrs. P. has a YouTube Channel where she reads children's books. It is a great place to visit for story time! Click the link below to get to her YouTube Channel. Visit the Parents page to learn more!

     

    Visit her website

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  • This website has books you can download or read online for free!

     

    Visit the website

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  • The Dolly Parton Imagination Library is a FREE program that mails an age appropriate book each month to every child in the Baytown & Highlands community from birth to their 5th birthday. Click on the link below to learn how you can register your child for this wonderful opportunity.

    Click here to visit their website

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Library Information

Internet Use Position Statement

 

The library program encourages the use of subscription databases as the primary option for research but recognizes the use of other research tools as a secondary option when the subscription databases is not able to meet individual needs.

 

Mission Statement

 

The mission of David Crockett Elementary library is to ensure that students and staff are effective users of ideas and information and to promote a lifelong love of literature by maintaining a quality collection of age appropriate resources as well as to provide opportunities for students to achieve their personal best and become productive citizens that embrace learning.

 

Goals & Vision

 

It is the goal and vision of Crockett Elementary School's Library Program to:

 

  • Provide an attractive, welcoming environment.
  • Provide a well-organized and comprehensive collection that meets the needs of all stakeholders.
  • Encourage collaboration between the librarian and all stakeholders in all curricular areas.
  • Maintain a collection that is continually assessed and plan steps for changes and improvements.