Category Archives: Kids Web Sites

April 2012 Book Reviews, Part 1

  The Poetry of Shel Silverstein From Miss Amanda at Main There is something to be said about a poet – a children’s poet, nonetheless – whose work has lasted beyond his lifetime and still continues to inspire children, parents, … Continue reading

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Celebrate Arbor Day All Month Long!

  Arbor Day – what do you picture when you read or hear those words?  For many people, the thought of trees would probably be first and foremost.  Celebrated on the last Friday of April, Arbor Day is a special … Continue reading

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Happy Birthday, Kate DiCamillo!

(Please go here if the video does not load)   Happy Birthday, Kate DiCamillo! Kate DiCamillo’s birthday is today!  Kate is a Newbery – award winning author whose first published work, Because of Winn-Dixie, has become a childhood and classroom … Continue reading

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Crafting with Kids

Story Time and Library Crafts Sure, crafts can be messy and fun, but for us, simple is best. One thing we love to include at the end of story time is a craft for our little ones to work on … Continue reading

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Story Time Starter – Farm Animals

As far as Story Time topics go, farm animals is a never – fail choice!  Not only does it give you a variety of animals to focus on, but the books are typically funny, full of vibrant colors, and you … Continue reading

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Welcome, Spring!

Have you seen the buds on the trees, or tiny plant shoots popping out of the ground?  I have, and it’s a welcome sight after the blustery cold of winter! To celebrate the coming of spring, bird songs in the … Continue reading

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March 2012 Featured Article

(This month’s article comes to us from Miss Mary at Main, who wanted to let you know about a fun activity you can do with the entire family!)   A Visit to the Zoo! The month of March marks the … Continue reading

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February 2012 Book Reviews, Part 2

The Westing Game by Ellen Raskin From Miss Sheri at the Plymouth and Crestview branches Have you ever played the Westing Game?  Would you play if it meant that you could inherit $200 million?  As an heir named in Sam … Continue reading

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Author Spotlight (and a Happy Birthday!): Judy Blume

Not only do we get to feature a very famous and loved children’s author in this post, but we also get to wish her a very Happy Birthday!  Judy Blume, a name well – known in children’s and YA literature, … Continue reading

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Author Spotlight — Karma Wilson

I have a list of my all-time “go to” books when I want fun, funny reads that engage my little listeners and keep their eyes and ears on the story.  Author Karma Wilson’s books populate my list more than any … Continue reading

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