Interesting Article!

Here is an article detailing a recent study about how good school library programs make a difference in student achievement!

Washington Study

Howe-Manning Students Visit the Flint!

Every class in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade walked over to visit the Flint Public Library last week!  Students were informed about where to find books for summer reading and also learned about Flint's Summer Reading Program.  Students then had the opportunity to put their new library cards to use to check out books. Make sure to visit the Flint Public Library this summer!

New MCBA Nominees Announced for 2015-2016!

Salem State University recently announced a new list of 25 books nominated to win the Massachusetts Children's Book Award.  Students in grades 4-6 will read from this list throughout the school year.  After reading 5 books from the list, students will be eligible to vote for the winner in March.  We center many fun activities around this list including a raffle!   Please visit the Salem State University website for more information on the MCBA program.

Salem State University MCBA Program

Here is the link to the Master List:   

2015-2016 MCBA Master List

Circulation is on the Rise!

Howe-Manning students and staff have checked-out an astounding 8,032 books this school year!  This number is up by almost 1,000 books when compared to the number of books checked out at the same time last year!  Amazing!  Keep reading everyone!