In the books I loved to read as a kid, libraries are crazy old buildings full of secrets. The Treasure of Alpheus Winterborn sends Anthony Monday all over the library, following obscure clues to uncover something of great wealth. I vividly remember the scene from Yobgorgle: Mystery Monster of Lake Ontario where Eugene Winkleman visits…
Trussville Public Library's American Girl Take-Home Kit for November. We featured Kaya with an introduction sheet, Pony Bead corn craft and Instructable on how to draw a horse.
Last summer we repeated one of our popular standalone programs – DINOS! It had been a few years since we did this program and, as many of you know, I recycle these themed programs at least every 2-3 years. (unless it’s something very pop culture-y that has dated. But that’s a rarity.) Since last summer... Read more »
How to Make 3 Different Kinds of Stick Bombs!: anyone who is looking for a great prank? Stick bombs are weaving craft sticks together so when thrown on impact, they will make an exposion! It doesn't hurt much to get hit from one, and you dont have to spend to much money for this!
If you or someone you love is a big fan of anime or manga, any one of these DIY projects is sure to impress them!
The Piqua Public Library Children's Department is having a coloring contest! Pick up a coloring page in the Children's Department. After coloring, make sure your child's name, age, and phone number are on the back before turning it in. The contest will go from Monday, January 3rd to Monday, January 31st.
I guess you could say, this blog is kind of obsessed with Bad Art Night. Only kind of. Last year I planned TWO Bad Art Night programs: one for teens and tweens at one library, and one for 20 and 30somethings at my other library. And right before both Bad Art Night programs happened, I…
A recycled book art workshop is a easy, affordable project to do in your makerspace. Old books can easily be found from weeding libraries or at thrift stores.
Educational and craft activities for kids and parents
Difficulty: Easy Supplies • yarn • sticks • scissors
Bad Art Night
Pie Tic Tac Toe Game - perfect for kids to make to pass the time AND have a simple entertainment piece to place on the Thanksgiving table.
Storytime theme: Bugs Books used: I Love Bugs! by Philemon Sturges, illustrated by Shari Halpern The perfect length for children two years old and under. I love the big bright illustrations, which make them easy to see, even in a big storytime group. Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! by Bob Barner I love the picture books of Bob Barner for toddlers, and Bugs! Bugs! Bugs! is no exception. We get to see all kinds of interesting bugs that exist in the world. The bugs are illustrated beautifully by Barner, and
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