Frequently Asked Questions:

1. What if my child finishes his book before the week is up?
2. What if my child forgets her book on library day?
3. What if my child loses his book?
4. What if my child's library book gets damaged?
5. Can I donate books to the library?

What if my child finishes his book before the week is up?

Great question!!! Here at Traver we have daily book exchange. 
That means that as soon as your child finishes his book he can 
bring it back and get a new one. Believe it or not, I 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. It may 
not fit in everyday, but most teachers encourage their children 
to get to the library at least one other day during the week. So, 
I hope to see your child more than just once a week!

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What if my child forgets her book on library day?

This is a great opportunity to talk to your child about 
responsibility. Finding a safe and consistent place for library 
books, helps you to find them when you need them. But honestly, 
it happens- even to me! We are all busy and as organized as we 
try to be, we all forget sometimes. Your child will not be 
punished or reprimanded in any way, but will not be allowed to 
take a new book until the old one is returned. You will receive a 
note about the late book, but this is just a reminder - not a 
judgement. There are no fines for late books. While the other 
children our selecting and checking out new books during class, 
your child will be given something else to do. In the beginning 
of the year this may be doing a puzzle or looking at an "I Spy" 
book with a friend. As the year progresses, your child will go 
right to her center and begin the given task for that day. Your 
child's forgotten library book can be returned the next day and 
she will be allowed to get a new one. If you have any problems or 
concerns please call me.

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What if my child loses his book?

This is a great time to talk about responsibility. Keeping your 
books in a safe and consistent place will help you find them when 
you need them. Unfortunately, it does happen. What I ask is that 
you write or call me and let me know the situation. I do not want 
to deny your child the opportunity to pick a new book, so letting 
me know as soon as possible is beneficial to all of us. 
I do not ask you to pay a fine or replace the book. If you would 
like to replace it, I would appreciate the gesture, but you do 
not have to. I will often suggest that your child write me a note 
regarding the lost book and then choose a book from his own 
collection to donate to the library in exchange for the lost one.

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What if my child's library book gets damaged?

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. We 
ask that you NOT repair books at home. We use special materials 
here in the library and my clerk is trained in book repair. You 
may place the book in a separate baggie (ziptop bags are best)so 
that all the pieces stay together or if wet- it doesn't get 
everything else wet. Your child will never be blamed for a 
damaged library book. Sometimes the damage goes unseen and is 
later discovered by very consciencious individuals. 
All I ask is that the damage is brought to my attention and that 
all repairs are done here. If you feel responsible for the damage 
you may replace the book. I do not ask you to pay for it and 
replacement is optional. Often I will suggest that the child 
select a book from her own collection that she would like to 
donate to the library in exchange for the damaged copy.

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Can I donate books to the library?

Yes! Absolutely!! Whether they are from your own outgrown but 
loved collection or brand new (see my wish list on Amazon.com) we 
gladly take your donation. Each book will get a book plate 
showing that your child gave the gift of reading to their shcool 
library. If you are donating from your personal collection please 
know that I may not need an additional copy of a particular book. 
So I will often pass donations on. There are many worthwhile 
organizations in need of children's books. If you do not want 
your personal copies passed on please let me know and I will 
return them to you.

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