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 […]
Early Learning
Raring to Read
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 […]
Help Your Child Achieve Reading Success with Bob Books
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 […]
Online Storytime Round-up: Celebrity Edition
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 […]
Let’s Play School: Spotlight on “How I Feel”
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!
Let’s Play School: Spotlight on Explore My World
Children completing three of these activities can earn the Explore My World badge from Let’s Play School. When the library reopens, stop by your branch so that your child can pick up their patch! Go on a Color Hunt! Make a list of all the colors of the rainbow, then have your child find as […]
Missing Library Storytime? Here’s How You Can Have Storytime at Home!
We know it’s hard to be stuck at home with little ones who have become used to a daily routine. We thought providing resources for doing an “at-home” storytime might help any families or little ones missing their weekly storytime routine at the library! Below are some songs, rhymes, and stories you can access from […]
Boredom Busters Bitez: Daily Fun for When You’re Stuck Inside
Say hello to Boredom Busters Bitez, an extension of our Boredom Busters publication. Starting today, we will release three different Boredom Buster activities per day – each with a different theme. Visit our Boredom Busters’ page daily, download the activity files, and have fun! The themes for this week are: In the Garden, Mindfulness, Make-Believe, […]
Resources for Families and Kids: Have Fun and Learn While Social Distancing
Here you are a few days into COVID-19 restrictions, maybe working from home, and helping your children adjust to a life that includes remote learning, homeschooling, and social distancing. Maybe you could use a little inspiration and help with adjusting to your new normal. We’ve put together this great list of free resources that includes […]
Arts and Crafts at Home
There are many ways to promote and encourage your child’s creativity at home. The good news is, you don’t need to call in HGTV to redesign your home to create an arts and crafts studio! Here are some ideas that can be done on a budget at the kitchen table or outside on the driveway […]
