Huntingtown High School Library Media Center

May The Odds Be Ever In Your Favor...

2013-01-27T07:50:00.007-05:00

Haven't read the book yet? Pick up a copy from the media center before this epic adventure premieres in theaters on March 23rd!

To cite or not to cite? That is the...

2013-01-14T07:28:00.001-05:00

Try this link to test your knowledge of when to use in-text citations:

The Cite Is Right

Happy New Year!

2013-01-02T09:54:00.007-05:00

Make a resolution to read more books in 2012...

Last year, Clockwork Angel by Cassandra Clare won the “Teen’s Choice” award with the most votes. The HHS Media Center has the entire Mortal Instruments series in addition to this exciting new prequel.

Stop by to check out your copy today!

Teen Read Week: October 16-22, 2011

2012-10-11T12:50:00.001-05:00

"Picture It" at the HHS Media Center during Teen Read Week! Pick up graphic novels, art books, photography guides, fantasy titles and more. Stop by today and find something that inspires you, just for the fun of it!

Need help with your thesis statement?

2012-10-07T07:38:00.000-05:00

Check out this great tool!

Online Thesis Builder

Know Your Netiquette!

2012-09-14T12:57:00.006-05:00

Are you familiar with the do's and don'ts of online communication?

Test your knowledge by taking this netiquette quiz.

Please remember to think before you post.

Book Talks Are Back...

2012-09-03T08:26:00.011-05:00

Join Mrs. Younkers in the media center this Friday, September 9th during lunch for some great book discussions.

Flex Lunch A- The Mortal Instruments series by Cassandra Clare

Welcome Back Students!

2012-08-23T20:07:00.002-05:00

Come check out what's new @ your library this year...

- New Desktop Computers & Monitors

- Mobile Netbook Labs

- eReaders

& so much more!

Welcome Back Teachers!

2012-08-09T17:45:00.002-05:00

Teachers: Are you ready to try some new tools and "tech it up" this school year?

Click the links below for ideas on how to integrate technology into your lessons from the first day of school and beyond.

"Getting to Know You" Projects -- Click on each link for ideas & tips.
~Voki talking avatars
~Glogster digital posters
~Multimedia timelines
~Word Clouds
~Animoto movies

Sweet Sites -- Bookmark these favorites before you head back!
~Wordia
~Edutecher
~Qwiki
~Worksheet Works

Wondering What To Read This Summer?

2012-05-26T14:59:00.005-05:00

This year's summer reading program offers more opportunities and broader options to select books! Here are some links to help you get started:

Calvert County Public Schools Summer Reading Program
View summer reading program details here.

Calvert County Public Library
Check your local library's website for great High School Summer Reading suggestions.

2011-12 Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Nominees:
Read at least three and vote for your favorite... Students choose the winner!

Hurricane Book Fair Starts May 23rd!

2012-05-16T21:44:00.005-05:00

Looking for a good book to read? Don't miss this chance to buy books required for AP summer reading or select from a variety of other popular, award-winning titles! Mark your calendars:
From May 23-27, the HHS Media Center will host a book fair sponsored by Educate & Celebrate. Students can buy books during the school day. We will accept cash and checks made payable to HHS.

Celebrate Your School Library!

2012-04-04T11:01:00.000-05:00

Stop by the HHS Media Center to check out our new arrivals. Let us introduce you to the latest software and web tools to help you create your own story!

Black History Month 2011

2012-03-21T13:35:00.002-05:00

February is Black History Month, a time to celebrate the achievements of African Americans and their contributions to our nation's history. Read more about it @ your school library!

Photo Courtesy of: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ari/3214103671/

Extreme Word Makeover

2012-02-25T14:22:00.000-05:00

Want to give your words a makeover? Try a couple of our favorite sites for creating word clouds and shapes with any text. They are easy and fun!

Tagxedo

Wordle

sketch

2011-12-16T08:44:00.000-05:00

Interest Groups

2011-12-12T13:28:00.000-05:00

Interest Groups
http://www.csuchico.edu/~kcfount/ This will link you nicely to the homepages for many, many interest groups. Please remember to stick to larger, established groups unless you have a particular passion you are investigating.

SIRS
Thomson Gale Student Resource Center Gold
Proquest Historical Newspapers
Google Directory- Society- Organizations
Yahoo Directory- U.S. Government- Politics- Interest Groups

National Organization for Women
NAACP
National Right to Live
ACLU
Christian Coalition
NORML
National Rifle Association
Feminist Majority Seirra Club
Amnesty International
AFL-CIO
AARP
Children's Defense Fund

art

2011-12-09T12:24:00.000-05:00

Chill out with a good book...

2011-12-07T22:43:00.001-05:00

'Tis the season for holiday reading. Check out these titles if you're looking for a good read on a cold day! Stop by the media center to see our latest display, Teens' Choice Books: Top Ten of '10.

PowerPoint Makeovers

2011-12-05T22:15:00.003-05:00

1. View the slideshow. Think about what makes an effective visual presentation.

Making It Sticky: how to effectively Present your Ideas

View more presentations from vinamaria

2. Try these resources to help create dynamic presentations:

Flickr Creative Commons: (Free photos, creative commons license)

freeDigitalPhotos.net (Free and royalty free pictures)

Color Lovers (Palettes and patterns)

Alcohol Research

2011-12-05T19:39:00.006-05:00

Books:
See the cart of books related to teenage alcholholism and drinking issues.

Useful Web Resources:
MD Driver's Manual-- See page 24

Washington Post Article: New Alcohol Laws in MD and VA

MVA: What Young Drivers Need to Know About Driving, Drinking, and Drugs

Maryland Alcohol Laws

Drunk Driving Fines and Penalties

Databases:
Gale Student Resources in Context

Gale Virtual Reference Library-- many resources! Be sure to Click MEDICINE for these eBooks:
Drugs and Controlled Substances: Information for Students , 2003
UXL Encyclopedia of Drugs and Addictive Substances , 5v, 2006

SIRS Issues Researcher

Facts on File News- Complete digest of US & world news, including drug and alcohol abuse in the headlines.

Mnemonics for Government

2011-12-05T14:58:00.006-05:00

Content Resource:
ABC-Clio American Government Database

Memory Tools:
9 Types of Mnemonic Devices

Memory Techniques

JogLab Mnemonic Creator

Quizlet Flashcard Creator

Video of Mnemonics in Action

Odosketch

2011-12-02T18:27:00.001-05:00

Web 2.0: Cool Tools!

2011-11-08T17:54:00.002-05:00

Have you noticed how many cool web-based tools there are lately? Here are some of my current Web 2.0 favorites... Polish your presentations and school projects by trying one of these sites today. Need help? Please see Ms. Younkers in the media center.

Prezi- Create astonishing presentations live and on the web.

Animot o- Turn your images and videos into professional-looking movie trailers.

Edu.Glogster- Design digital posters in a snap!

Teen's Top Ten Books of the Year Announced!

2011-11-08T14:43:00.000-05:00

More than 9,000 teens voted for their favorite books in YALSA's 2011 Teen's Top Ten Book Contest. Here is the video announcing the winners:
(Drumroll, please!)

Stretching & Toning

2011-10-31T06:55:00.011-05:00

1. Calculate your BMR using this link:
BMR Calculator
***This is your MINIMUM daily caloric needs.***

2. Calculate your daily caloric needs with activities.

Click on Daily Calorie Needs. Choose your activity level. Use the calculator on the computer to multiply your BMR with your activity level.
*** This is your Daily Caloric Needs to maintain your current weight.***

3. Use your Daily Food Log to complete the next section.
Calorie Calculator: http://www.myfoodapedia.gov/
Use the calorie counter to determine each of your 3 days of food intake. Keep a running total of your food log.

Total Calories Consumed:
Day 1_________ Day 2__________ Day 3_________

4. Compare your daily calories consumed with your Daily Caloric Needs. Are you over? Under? Discuss your findings.

5. How healthy are your food choices?

Go to http://www.choosemyplate.gov/foodgroups/index.html. Click on each food group to answer the following questions.

How many servings should you have per day?

Grains and whole grains ____________

Vegetables__________

Fruits_________

Milk________

Meat & beans_______

6. Compare your food selections with the daily recommended amounts. How do you rate? Which food groups do you get too much/too little of? What groups could you improve on? Is there any one group you tend to favor?

7. How many calories do you think you burn in one day?

Go to http://health.discovery.com/centers/cholesterol/activity/activity.html

Plug in your fitness activites to find out how many calories your burn in one day.

How many calories do you burn in physical activity a day?

How many calories do you burn in 20 minutes of walking?

Choose a snack from your food diary. Did you burn enough calories in 20 minutes of walking to cancel out that snack?____________

What activities could you do to increase your calories burned?