Are you celebrating a holiday with your family this winter and looking for something new to try? Why not take some inspiration from the Icelandic Jólabókaflóð tradition? What is it? In Iceland, Jólabókaflóð (which translates to “The Yule book flood” in English) is a special holiday tradition...
Tired of waiting for snow? Make your own at home! What you will need Large mixing bowl Measuring cups Baking soda (2-3 cups) White hair conditioner (½ cup) Add the conditioner into your bowl first, then slowly combine the baking soda until it matches the texture of your preference. If the...
Come with Minli on her journey to Fruitless Mountain! Where the Mountain Meets the Moon follows the expedition of young, brave, and passionate Minli to change her family’s fortune. Minli must travel to Fruitless Mountain where she hopes to find the Old Man of the...
What are “Branches” books? When it comes to early reading, bridging the gap between picture books and chapter books can be daunting. This is where “Branches” books come in! Published by Scholastic, Branches books are a line of early chapter books that are designed specifically for...
Just like adults, kids can have very big emotions, and an important part of emotional development is learning how to identify these emotions. For kids, it can be scary and isolating when they feel big emotions and don’t understand how emotions can impact how we...
Reading to young children has many benefits. Academically, it teaches them how books work, helps them identify letter sounds, and increases their vocabulary. Socially and emotionally, sitting and reading with a caregiver strengthens the bond between adult and child and deepens the child’s sense of safety and...
Election Day is almost here! There are many interesting things to learn about our democracy. Not all Americans have always had the privilege to vote, so it is important to learn and remember how hard people have worked over the years to make sure that...
Indianapolis Opera Presents: Sing Me a Story PGTPL is thrilled to welcome the Indianapolis Opera back to the library for a free performance for children! Join us in the Children's Room on Saturday, April 13, 1-1:45p, for Perfect as a Pony. This children's opera features classic opera...
At PGTPL, we’re always looking for ways to make reading fun and accessible for kids. That’s why we love recommending VOX Books. VOX Books are print books that come with a built-in audio player. That means kids can listen to the story and read along without...
October is domestic violence awareness and prevention month. Whether your family has experienced violence and abuse or not, books are a great way to honor this month and learn about healthy relationships and body safety. Here are a few recommendations from the Children’s Room. Awareness These books...
