Cody Elementary Library

The Cody Elementary School Library is dedicated to fostering a love for reading, supporting academic growth, and creating an engaging, and resourceful environment for students and staff.

• Encourage a Love for Reading and Learning
• Support Academic Growth and Curriculum Alignment
• Promote Digital Literacy and Technology Integration
• Enhance Library Accessibility and Engagement
• Foster a Community of Readers

To be the heart of the school, where students develop literacy skills, critical thinking, and a love for reading and learning in a welcoming and resource rich space.  

The Library is open each day from 7:15 am until 2:45 pm. 

All classes from Pre-K to 5th grade visit their library once a week for a 30 min lesson and checkout. 

The Principal's Book Club

The goal of the Principal's Book Club is to create a culture of reading on campus and build strong classroom libraries. Mrs. Carrasco and Mrs. Alaniz deliver a new book each month to every classroom. After listening to their teacher read the book, students are encouraged to respond to the book and display their work on the campus book club bulletin board. 

Holiday Reading Challenges

During each school break, students are encouraged to take on a fun reading challenge! Whether it's Thanksgiving, Winter Break, Spring Break, or Summer, students set a reading goal and work to achieve it. Those who complete their goals earn exciting rewards and recognition for their hard work.

NISD Battle of the Bluebonnets

Students in 4th and 5th grades can participate in Mrs. Alaniz's Bluebonnet Book Club.  Students are put on a team of 4, and they each read 5 books from the current Texas Bluebonnet reading list. They will compete at the campus and then advance to the district level. The number one team will advance to the city-wide competition in late spring. 

Texas 2x2 Classroom Reading Challenge

 Pre-k through 2nd grade classrooms are encouraged to read all 20 Texas 2x2 books. When all 20 books have been marked on their class reading log, the classroom teacher can claim a prize from Mrs. Alaniz. 

Garden Club 

Students in 2nd through 5th grades can participate in the Cody Garden Club. Garden club members plant and maintain native flower and vegetable garden beds. Students present their work at the Spring Project Acorn Showcase.