Healthy Start: Family Wellness Fair Sunday, October 20, 2-4p, Hendricks Live! Are you a new or expecting parent? Get a healthy start for your baby with informational sessions, free vision screening, and fun giveaways! Planned sessions include: Childbirth Education; Feeding and Lactation; Safe Sleep; Infant Care. This program...
As the leaves slowly start the process of changing colors, there's nothing better than cozying up with a nice book. In this list, find some of the coziest reads on our shelves. Grab some cider and a nice warm blanket, and snuggle up to these...
What is oobleck? Is it a liquid or a solid? It’s neither! Oobleck is a non newtonian fluid, which means that it changes viscosity, or how it flows, depending on stress. When pressure is applied to oobleck it acts as a solid, but if less...
Whether you’re a confident homeschooler who’s been doing it for years or a curious caregiver just starting to explore what homeschooling your child might look like, the library has resources that can support you in your efforts. Homeschool Programs First, from September-May we offer monthly programs specifically...
Did you know that today most experts consider stranger danger to be a dated term? Shifting to something like "tricky people" is crucial because children are most often harmed by someone they know. "Tricky people" may make children uncomfortable, ask to keep secrets, or break...
Did you know that you have free access to many apps through the library, just by using your library card? Here are some apps and databases that can be used by and for kids! Library Apps Libby Libby is a free app that offers free eBooks, digital audiobooks, ...
Unable to join us for storytime at the library? Try creating your own version at home! This storytime outline is bear themed. Before you start, show your child the books you plan to read and see if they can guess what you are going to...
Baking is a delicious way to practice math and science concepts with your child! Baking always involves counting. For example, you might have to crack two eggs or measure out three cups of flour. Counting as you go is a natural way to practice basic math...
Discover the newest fantasy chapter books and graphic novels, perfect for getting lost in magical worlds and epic adventures. Reading fantasy can spark your imagination and provide a much-needed escape from everyday life! Chapter Books A Game of Noctis by Deva Fagan “A thrilling middle grade fantasy about...
It’s no secret that families come in all shapes and sizes. Some are big, some are small, some live together, some live apart… The list of differences is endless! Learning about different kinds of families can help children understand that there is no one type of...
