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La Grange School District 105

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Ideal Library Learning Center

Ideal Library Learning Center

 

 

Ideal Library's Mission Statement
The mission of the Ideal Elementary Library is to support the district's rigorous curriculum as well as develop effective users and producers of ideas and information by helping students and staff to be critical thinkers, collaborative problem solvers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers and ethical users of information. 

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Welcome To The Ideal Library

We’re excited to partner with you in your child’s learning journey. Our school is a safe, supportive, and engaging place where every child can grow, explore, and succeed.

A favorite spot for many students is our library—a welcoming space where imaginations grow, curiosity is encouraged, and a love of reading is celebrated. We invite families to join us in fostering a strong reading community.

Together, let’s inspire a love of learning in every child.

Mrs. Barb Hobe

Library Media Specialist

Theresa Walsh

Library Assistant

  • A logo for Follett Destiny, a software program with the word 'ACCESS' in orange.Click the link below to access the library catalog. Students can login with their District credentials to view their materials. Destiny Library Catalog

     

  • Checking Out Books

    Students may check out two books for two weeks. The books may be renewed once, for an additional two weeks. Students may come to the library as often as necessary to check out materials.

     

    Lost/Damaged Books
    Students will be expected to cover the cost of replacing a damaged or lost book. If the lost item is found within the current school year, the payment will be reimbursed. If a student believes that they have returned the book, please refer them to library staff.


    Overdue Items

    All materials are checked out for 2 weeks at a time. If a book is not returned  or renewed on the due date, no new item may be checked out at that time.

     


  • ​The Illinois Monarch Award is a statewide readers’ choice award aimed at students in kindergarten through third grade. Established in 2003 by the Illinois School Library Media Association (ISLMA), the award encourages young readers to engage critically with literature and become familiar with notable children's authors and illustrators. Monarch Award List 2026. Monarch Book List


    The Bluestem Award is Illinois' Readers' Choice Award for students in grades 3 through 5. Established in 2008 by the Association of Illinois School Library Educators (AISLE), it bridges the gap between the Monarch Award for younger readers and the Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award for older students. The award is named after Big Bluestem, the state prairie grass, symbolizing growth and connection to Illinois' natural heritage. Bluestem Award List 2026

    The Rebecca Caudill Young Readers’ Book Award (RCYRBA) is a statewide readers’ choice award in Illinois, designed to encourage students in grades 4 through 8 to engage with literature. Established in 1988 and named after author Rebecca Caudill, who lived and wrote in Urbana, Illinois, for nearly 50 years, the award honors her literary contributions and aims to inspire a love of reading among young readers. Rebecca Caudill List 2026

     

     

     

     

     


  • Visit the District Library webpage for information about library policies and procedures, including how books and materials are selected to support the curriculum and reflect student interests.