Welcome to the Kratz Library
Mrs. Elder-Library Media Specialist
Library Hours 8:15-3:45
Hello Kratz families!
Use the links below to explore the Kratz Library and the resources we have to offer!
Family Resources
2023-2024
Missouri Book
Champions
The Show Me Readers Award are books nominated is for readers in grades 1-3. These are picture books, easy to read aloud with strong literary value, and with interest and appeal to children 6 to 10 years old.
The Mark Twain Readers Award nominated books should interest children in grades 4-6 and should be of literary value which may enrich children’s personal lives.
Read Online
Username: kratz
Password: books
Class Code: xnd4352
Bilingual Books
Research Resources
Sora Directions
Go to your Google Waffle
Scroll to the bottom and click on "Sora by Overdrive"
First-time users will need to choose "Ritenour School District" and log in using your district email
Go to the three lines in the upper right-hand corner and choose "Add Library"
Type in "St. Louis County Library" and select "This is my library" in green.
Now you have access to both Morenet and St. Louis County Library.
Returning users.
Go to your waffle and select "Sora by Overdrive"
Use the task bar at the bottom to "explore" and go to your "shelf"
You can check out up to twenty titles at a time.
Discovery Education Directions
- All staff and students have access to discovery education through Clever.
- You can assign videos and other activities through Google Classroom by using the "Share" feature.
World Book Kids
- No login is required while on school Wifi
- From home:
Username: Ritenour
Password: home
World Book Student
- No login is required while on school Wifi
- From home:
Username: Ritenour
Password: home
EdPuzzle
- Click: Log In and then sign in with your Google account.
Grade Level Resources
Kindergarten Resources
Class Code: xnd4352
1st Grade Resources
Class Code: xnd4352
2nd Grade Resources
Class Code: xnd4352
3rd Grade Resources
Class Code: xnd4352
4th Grade Resources
Class Code: xnd4352
5th Grade Resources
Class Code: xnd4352
New Books Videos
Family Resources
“For kids, digital life is real life. It's where they build friendships, take a stand on issues, and do so much more.” (Common Sense Media)
Please check out these resources to help guide families set expectations and hold conversations regarding the use of technology at home.
All About Mrs. Elder
Hello Kratz families!
My name is Mrs. Elder and I am the Kratz library media specialist. This is my first year in the library and I am very excited to introduce your child to the amazing world of literature!
The 2023-2024 school year marks my 18th year of teaching and my 17th at Kratz Elementary. I have previously taught 6th grade, 3rd grade, and 1st grade. I am a proud Ritenour graduate (2001) and live in the community.
I have two children, who both attend Ritenour schools. My husband is also a teacher and a coach at Ritenour High School.