Toot Hill Library Podcast

Toot Hill Library Podcast

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Toot Hill Library Podcast episodes

  • Student Librarians (EP 39)

    In this episode we go through our student librarian hiring process. With The Apprentice starting on BBC so does our hunt for the next set of Student Librarians!

    We love our librarians but we do like to put them through their paces. We read a few of our favourite application answers out! Shoutouts to Paula Rawsthorne and Alexandra Sheppard (7 mins).

    Then we review our books. 'Devoted' by Jennifer Mathieu ( 8.20 mins), 'City of ghosts' by Victoria Schwab (8.30 mins), 'The girl who speaks bear' by Sophie Anderson (9 mins) and 'The Last' by Hanna Jameson (10 mins).

    Remember to get in touch @lounge_learning

    13 min
  • Wider Reading: The Anxiety Epidemic: What triggers anxiety?
    In this podcast Miss Jones and Ms Marris discuss the article which can be found on https://www.issuesonline.co.uk (written by Kimberly Holland) -> What triggers anxiety? 11 causes that may surprise you. We let you know the viewpoints of the professionals, our opinions and the thoughts of your fellow Toot Hill students.
    "Anxiety is a mental health condition that can cause feelings of worry, fear or tension. For some people, anxiety can also cause panic attacks and extreme physical symptoms, like chest pain.
    Anxiety disorders are incredibly common. They affect an estimated 40 million people in the United States, according to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America. What causes anxiety and anxiety disorders can be complicated. It’s likely that a combination of factors, including genetics and environmental reasons, play a role. However, it’s clear that some events, emotions or experiences may cause symptoms of anxiety to begin or may make them worse. These elements are called triggers.
    Anxiety triggers
    There are 11 causes listed in Issues, here are four of them. You can read about the others in the Learning Lounge or online by following the link below:
    Health issues
    A health diagnosis that’s upsetting or difficult, such as cancer or a chronic illness, may trigger anxiety or make it worse. This type of trigger is very powerful because of the immediate and personal feelings it produces.
    Negative thinking
    Your mind controls much of your body, and that’s certainly true with anxiety. When you’re upset or frustrated, the words you say to yourself can trigger greater feelings of anxiety.
    Parties or social events
    If a room full of strangers doesn’t sound like fun, you’re not alone. Events that require you to make small talk or interact with people you don’t know can trigger feelings of anxiety, which may be diagnosed as social anxiety disorder.
    Conflict
    Relationship problems, arguments, disagreements – these conflicts can all trigger or worsen anxiety."
    Bibliography
    Holland, K. (2019). What triggers anxiety? 11 causes that may surprise you, Issues: The Anxiety Epidemic 351, pp.18-20.
    Have your say in the comments below, during tutor time or get in touch via our twitter @lounge_learning.
    Don't forget to visit https://www.issuesonline.co.uk to discover more on the topic or read the book whilst in the Learning Lounge.
    11 min
  • Wider Reading (EP 38)

    In this episode we discuss our new podcast series 'Wider Reading'. This is an educational podcast that we run in school. We give you tips on how to set one up and increase the library's presence in school.

    Then we review the books we have read this week: 'White Rabbit Red Wolf' by Tom Pollock (5.26), 'Company of Eight' by Harriet Whitehorn (6.53), 'Devoted' by Jennifer Mathieu (7.53), 'City of Ghosts' by Victoria Schwab (10.55).

    Finally, shoutouts to Will Hill and Eliza Wass (8.08) and Frances Hardinge (11.26).

    As always get involved in the conversation on twitter @lounge_learning.

    Check out Independence Educational Publishers here -> https://www.independence.co.uk/

    14 min
  • The Importance of Classics (EP 37)

    In this episode we revisit Reading Classics. Claire discuss's how she has grown the group and evolved it since it started. Our current reading classic is Little Women. We mention great contemporary books which are similiar ft. Things a bright girl can do by Sally Nicholls and Moxie by Jennifer Mathieu

    We then let you kow what we have been reading this week!

    Including Paper & Hearts Society by Lucy Powrie, White Rabbit, Red wolf by Tom Pollock (7 mins), Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan (8 mins)and The company of eight by Harriet Whitehorn (9 mins).

    For Episode 6 (Reading Classics) : https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/loungingwithbooks/episodes/2018-11-22T07_02_07-08_00

    Chat to us on twitter @lounge_learning

    12 min
  • It's all about History (EP 36)

    In this episode we discuss how to link one display into every activity you do! We mention movie nights, TV lunchtimes and author visits!

    (6 mins in) We then review the paper hearts soceity by Lucy Powrie
    and Percy Jackson by Rick Riordan

    As always don't forget to join in the conversation and follow us on tiwtter @lounge_learning

    11 min
  • Summer Book Reviews (EP 35)

    In this episode we review some of our summer reads! We both read A LOT of books this summer so we've narrowed it down. In this episode, you can find reviews on the following (in order):

    I am not a number by Lisa Heathfield
    Toffee by Sarah Crossan
    Swimming Against the storm & When the mountains roared by Jess Butterworth
    Two can keep a secret by Karen McManus
    Grenade by Alan Gratz
    Silver Stars by Michael Grant
    The Island by M.A.Bennett

    Let us know what you thought of these books and what you read this summer!

    Follow us on twitter @lounge_learning

    13 min
  • Activity Week ft. Students (EP 34)

    In this episode Claire and Sophie talk about their activities week and interview the students involved. Why did they choose the week and what is their favourite book?

    We then interview Project Vlog! The podcast was then edited by one of the students!

    Authors mentioned:J.K Rowling, Bali Rai, Annabel Pitcher,Louis Sachar, Bobby Hall and Heather Morris.

    Don't forget to follow us 
    on twitter @lounge_learning.

    We will be back in 4 weeks in the meantime catch up on our previous podcasts!

    1 min
  • LL Awards Evening (EP 33)

    In this episode we discuss our LL Awards Evening and how it went! We mention our amazing guest Paula Rawsthrone and then we review the books we have read.

    Including: Oh my Gods by Alexandra Sheppard, Assassination Classroom by Yusei Matsui, Heartstopper by Alice Oseman, Boy 87 by Ele Fountain and The Island by M.A.Bennett.

    Finally we discuss what's coming up and our new series which will focus on our issue books by Independence Educational Publishers - Wider Reading.

    Get involved by following us on twitter @lounge_learning

    14 min
  • Wider Reading: Is homework necessary or a pointless waste of time?
    In this podcast Miss Jones and Ms Marris discuss the article which can be found on https://www.issuesonline.co.uk (written by Tijen Butler) -> Is homework necessary or a pointless waste of time. We let you know the viewpoints of the professionals, our opinions and the thoughts of your fellow Toot Hill students.
    "There’s an ongoing debate surrounding the necessity of homework for school children and young teenagers alike.
    On one hand, homework can cause stress and the task may not have much substance to it, with most teachers merely setting it
    because they’ve been instructed to do so daily. But on the other flip of the coin, homework is necessary because the child can
    then gain a deeper understanding of a topic and they will grow up disciplined.
    What are the benefits of homework?
    The after-school workload is an opportunity for families to get involved in the child’s learning process, and it reinforces what has been taught that day at school, so the child can better understand and remember. It can give parents an insight into what their child is struggling and exceeding in. Then, the parent could arrange private tuition in that area, if it was needed. It also gives students various skills and life-lessons such as discipline, accountability, independence, time management and team-work. These will all be beneficial beyond school and it gives them a taste of ‘real life’.
    But then why can homework be a pointless waste of time?
    Firstly, homework is handed out too frequently, making it stressful and boring. Often, it’s also too difficult for the child, even with the parent’s help, increasing pressure and anxiety. As a result of this, parents often do their child’s homework instead. A survey shows that a hefty 23% of parents actually complete their child’s homework assignments without even involving them.
    Another reason it could be a waste of time is the way in which teachers set it. They seem to set frivolous tasks for the sake of it. Unless the homework holds purpose, why bother doing it? It may be better to set fewer hours on assignments that are truly meaningful, instead of 5+ hours on repetitive tasks – though not all schools would do this. However, subjects such as maths will often always be beneficial because they work at practising equations… but, again, this only works if the child understands what they’re doing."
    Bibliography
    Butler, T. (2019). Is homework necessary of a pointless waste of time. Issues in Education, 353, pp.38-39.
    Have your say in the comments below, during tutor time or get in touch via our twitter @lounge_learning.
    Don't forget to visit https://www.issuesonline.co.uk to discover more on the topic or read the book whilst in the Learning Lounge.
    Further information: http://www.impacttutors.co.uk
    9 min
  • Paula Rawsthorne Interview (EP 32)

    In this podcast we are joined by the wonderful Paula Rawsthorne who has written Shell and The New Boy. We discuss her career, who inspires her and what she may be working on in the future.

    Ft. Amazing science fiction discussions.

    Don't forget to follow us on twitter @lounge_learning and follow Paula @PaulaRawsthorne

    12 min

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Claire and Sophie started this podcast at Toot Hill School. They have now gone on to different adventures. However, their podcast Lounging with Books is still ongoing. Catch new episodes every…