Keep Reading ! Keep Wondering ! Keep Listening! 

Our physical library is closed, but you can still get to our virtual library !​
You can still go to our school catalog and log in to your account.And you can still contact Ms.Parnes.
​Find eBooks, look up your favorites list, write book reviews, read Cameron's Collection.


​In the true spirit of our beloved libraries, these resources are available to ALL!
​FREE books to  keep students' brains busy and blossoming.

Junior Library Guild (JLG)
How-to
  1.  Click the school-level book stream of your choice:  Elementary, Middle School, High School.
  2. Ignore the Personal Account Sign-In box at the top of the page—just scroll down to the books and get started. You can even click the “X” in the top right corner of the sign-in box so that it goes away.
  3. Simply click on a book to go to its page, then click the “Read” or “Play” button to begin reading/listening. 
  4. Audiobooks are designated with a headphone icon on the lower right corner of the book cover; ebooks are designated with a tablet icon on the lower right corner. 
  5. If an audiobook fails to play, check your browser. Audiobooks will not play in Internet Explorer or Microsoft Edge.

MORE RESOURCES FOR STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES

THINGS TO DO
1) There are TWO FREE audiobooks available every week on AudioFile Sync.

2)  It doesn't have to all be digital. Make a comic book (any size of paper will do)! Or check out Dav Pilkey's resources (Dogman, Captain Underpants). You'll just need paper. You don't have to print anything out!

3) Don't forget about other public library resources! You can sign up for a free digital library card, and then check out their great platforms. .

4)On Instagram, check out @macbarnett.
He's a local-ish author who does a story time every day around noon and again at 5pm. He's hilarious and always entertaining. Here's a longer list of authors doing similar things. 

​​​FOOD RESOURCES
The coronavirus outbreak has made it harder to get and afford groceries. If you or someone you know needs help getting food, here are some resources available to you:
California food resources information

​MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCES-TEENS and YOUTH
TALK NOW
​Our trained teen volunteers are available via text message and email every night from 6pm to 9pm PST. Text "Teen" to 839863 or CLICK HERE to go to the website.

Useful Information from PCS Nurses


Dear PCS Families, 
We hope you are all staying well during this trying time. During school facility closures, are here to support families with distance learning and any health-related concerns.
 We recommend avoiding sensational media to prevent increased anxiety and stress. Here are some sources where you can find factual information regarding the COVID-19 pandemic in our local community and on the larger scale:  We also want to remind you that social distancing and basic protective measures, such as hand-washing and using facial coverings in public, are the best ways that we can all help to slow the spread of COVID-19 in our community and flatten the curve. 
Additional Resources ​
Ask Ms.Parnes
I'm home with my dogs, but I'm still here to support you.
You can request a book or ask me for help with assignments!
Librarians are information specialists!
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    Fill out this form or simply send me an email in your school account.

Lauren Parnes /Teacher-Librarian                                          Email: lparnes@petk12.org                
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