Published May 28, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
Toddlers are starting to have big feelings and need the words to express them. Read some books about feelings and talk about what they mean. More Published May 25, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
The Midtown Carnegie Branch Library is having a Bilingual Storytime on Saturday, May 28th at 11 a.m. for infants to age 6. This interactive storytime is designed especially for Spanish speaking families. More Published May 22, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
Ash Grove Branch Library staff will do a special Stories to Go at the Walnut Grove High School during the Mobile Library stop on Tuesday, May 24th at 6 p.m. Infants to age 10 will enjoy this interactive storytime. More Published May 19, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
It's almost here! The 2016 Summer Reading Programs start Saturday, May 21st. Children birth to 18 months are welcome to participate in Tiny Tots and children 19 months and up can join the children's program. Kickoff parties will be happening at some branches on May 21st. Ask your favorite librarian for details! More Published May 17, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
Grown-ups read too! Let your children see you read so they know how important it is. Even if you are reading on a screen, it is still reading so tell them when you are reading a recipe, the news or a book. More Published May 15, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
Willard Branch Library's Dawn McClain hosts a Not Just for Kids Picture Book Talk on Mondays at 5:30 p.m. through May 23rd. She'll share new-to-you titles and new books while explaining how you can enjoy picture books as much as the kids you are reading to. Adults and children welcome. More Published May 12, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
It's a Pony Party at the Library Station! On Saturday, May 14th, there will be miniature ponies courtesy of Plenty Pony Ranch and the Valley Water Mill Equestrian Center, plus lots of pony activities from 1-2:30 p.m. for all ages. Activities will take place in the south parking lot and a parent or guardian signature is required to pet the ponies. More Published May 9, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
The most meaningful word to your child is her name. Place it everywhere you can and read it often. More Published May 7, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
When kids figure out how to rhyme they will rhyme everything! Encourage this fun activity by playing games with different sounds that rhyme. More Published May 4, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
It's time for Racing to Read Playtime at the Library Station! Come play with us on Saturday, May 7th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. for infants to age 6. There will be plenty of unstructured, developmentally appropriate activities for babies, toddlers and preschoolers to enjoy. More Published May 1, 2016 Submitted by: Stephanie
This fun twist on the House that Jack Built by Alison Murray shows Zack trying to get a wandering fly under control before it wrecks the farm. More