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Early Learning

Discover the Power of Decodable Books

August 30, 2024

Similar to Early Reader books, Decodables help new readers learn to read with the use of phonics skills. Decodable books allow children to practice the letter-sound relationships that they are learning. School Library Journal says that they ‘invite beginning readers to dive into books while offering achievable challenges as students master growing skills.’ (SLJ) The […]

Filed Under: All, Books, Children, Early Learning, Reading

Summer Quest Begins June 15th!

June 13, 2024

Earn badges by reading books & completing challenges! Join us for storytimes, art programs, badge squad, and amazing performers like: Ran’D Shine, Elmwood Park Zoo, Peter Moses, Lolly Hopwood, Lu Liu Acrobatics, Center for Aquatic Sciences, Eyes of the Wild, Michael & The Rockness Monsters, Magician Abby London…and more! Stop by weekly to enter to […]

Filed Under: All, Children, Creativity, Early Learning, Summer Quest

ABCmouse Available for Free With Your Library Card

December 22, 2021

Give your child the gift of endless learning and fun! Your Bucks County library card now offers free, unlimited access to ABCmouse – on any device, in any location. With ABCmouse, children ages 2-8 can hone their skills in reading, math, science, social studies, art and music. The app offers over 10,000 activities, from e-books […]

Filed Under: All, Announcements, Children, Early Learning, Education, Preschoolers, Toddlers

Just Picture It! Hopeful Titles to Help Your Kids Be Optimistic

November 8, 2021

We all know it feels better to be optimistic than pessimistic, but optimism goes deeper than that. Researchers have found that a positive outlook is linked to resilience, better physical health and even a longer life. In children, optimism leads to more positive interactions in school and decreases the risk of depression. One way to […]

Filed Under: All, Books, Children, Early Learning, Preschoolers, Toddlers

6 BIG reasons to get a library card!

September 10, 2021

There’s much more to your local library than books. A library card is a powerful tool that allows you and your family to explore, learn, and connect with the world around you. Here are a few BIG things you’ll receive access to with a Bucks County Free Library card: Children’s Books and Activities Need to […]

Filed Under: Adults, All, Bucks County, Children, Early Learning, Education, Employment, Events, Finance, Free at Your Library, Homework, Literacy, Preschoolers, Reading, Technology, Teens, Toddlers

Character Caricatures!

November 30, 2020

Do you have a favorite book?  Who’s your favorite character in that book?  Share that character with the libraries!  During the week of November 30th through December 6th, download the character cut out and draw in your favorite character!  Bring it to your local library branch and it will be sent and displayed at the […]

Filed Under: All, Children, Creativity, Early Learning

Raring to Read

November 20, 2020

Know a brand-new reader who’s raring to go? Reading a book with a story or topic they love is a great way for beginning readers to build confidence in their reading skills and develop a love of reading – crucial for motivating them to keep at it if the going gets tough. Short sentences, repetitive […]

Filed Under: All, Books, Children, Early Learning, Literacy, Reading

Help Your Child Achieve Reading Success with Bob Books

August 4, 2020

Check out a Bob Books set and begin your child’s journey to reading books independently! What are Bob Books? Bob Books is a true first reader series, designed to make helping your child learn to read simple and straightforward. Bob Books foster success, confidence, and a love of books in children that are learning to […]

Filed Under: All, Books, Children, Early Learning, Literacy, Preschoolers, Toddlers Tagged With: recommended reads

Online Storytime Round-up: Celebrity Edition

May 14, 2020

Missing storytime? We are too! Although there is absolutely no substitute for gathering together to read each week with our library friends, we have been excited to see some of our favorite celebrities and authors stepping up to share stories and activities while the world is hunkered down at home. Stories can provide comfort and […]

Filed Under: All, Children, Early Learning, Literacy, Preschoolers, Reading, Toddlers Tagged With: recommended by youth services

Let’s Play School: Spotlight on “How I Feel”

April 28, 2020

By completing three of these activities, children can earn the How I Feel badge from Let’s Play School. Stop by your branch once the library reopens, so that your child can pick up their patch!

Filed Under: All, Children, Early Learning, Preschoolers, Toddlers Tagged With: Let's Play School

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