December 19, 2014 | visnawj
Abby Cadabra, super speller by Joan Holub
Unicorn wings by Mallory Loehr ; illustrated by Pamela Silin-Palmer
Dragon's Easter egg hunt by adapted by Mae Marks
King Jack and the dragon by Peter Bently ; illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
December 19, 2014 | visnawj
Buzz Boy and Fly Guy by Tedd Arnold
Eliot Jones, midnight superhero by Anne Cottringer ; illustrated by Alex T. Smith
Do super heroes have teddy bears? by Carmela LaVigna Coyle ; illustrated by Mike Gordon ; color by Molly Hahn
Hero dad by Melinda Hardin ; [illustrations by] Bryan Langdo
December 18, 2014 | visnawj
STEAM is an acronym for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics. Check out the sites below to explore these fascinating subjects. There are interesting facts to discover and fun games to try out. General grade-range recommendations are provided for each site, but you may find useful info and entertaining activities on sites outside of your grade level as well.
Career Aisle Elementary and Middle School: Science, Technology, Engineering & Math
(Elementary & Junior High) Want to get a job some day in a STEM field? Explore career opportunities here.
Fraboom
(Elementary) Explore a virtual museum with games, shows, and live interactions.
Girls in STEM
(Upper Elementary - Junior High) Explore this guide (primarily for middle school girls but useful to others) that includes STEM sites, books, and organizations.
Wonderopolis
(Elementary - High School) Engage your curiosity and imagination about STEM and other subjects through a variety of media.
November 23, 2014 | visnawj
Crafty kids can get in a winter groove on Tuesday, December 23, 2:00-3:00 PM by creating a Snowpal Mason Jar Decoration. Registration begins November 24. This program is for ages 7-12.
November 6, 2014 | visnawj
Roll up some fun with kid-friendly Dungeons & Dragons Gaming. This monthly program will take place the fourth Tuesday of every month, 3:30-5:00 PM beginning January 27. All playing materials will be provided, but feel free to bring your own dice. This program is suggested for ages 9-12. Families are welcome. No registration is required.
Photo Dungeons & Dragons by River Siren (CC BY-SA 2.0)
October 4, 2014 | visnawj
The amazing adventures of Bumblebee Boy by David Soman and Jacky Davis
Bad weather! by Frank Berrios and Ethen Beavers
The day I lost my superpowers by Michaël Escoffier, Kris Di Giacomo; translated from the French by Claudia Bedrick & Kris Di Giacomo
Superfab saves the day Bérengère Delaporte and Jean Leroy; translated by Sarah Quinn
Ten rules of being a superhero by Deb Pilutti
October 2, 2014 | visnawj
Alice the fairy by David Shannon
Buttercup goes to the ball based on the original Flower Fairies books by Cicely Mary Barker
Dragon's extraordinary egg by Debi Gliori
A Goofy fairy tale adapted by Bill Scollon
Robot Zot! by Jon Scieszka and David Shannon
September 24, 2014 | visnawj
Join us on October 30, 6:45-8:45 PM in the Community Room for monster-themed games like King of Tokyo and Godzilla Stomp. Come in costume if you'd like, either dressed as a monster or as another character. No registration required. For children and tweens, ages 9-12.
Photo Creature by Shawn Budemer (CC BY-NC-SA 2.0)