As the school year winds down, children and their families are working hard to wrap up final projects in anticipation of summer. However, the learning doesn’t have to stop there! Whether you’re in need of credible articles for an important assignment, planning homeschool lessons, or...
Most children and people experience worry and fears in new environments and unsure situations at some point in their lives. Yet some children and adults experience anxiety more regularly. According to The National Institute of Mental Health Childhood, anxiety disorders are very common, affecting one...
Every year, March is designated Women's History Month which honors women’s contributions throughout history. It’s the perfect time for young readers to learn more, whether they have a role model or wish to seek more information about influential figures who left their marks on the...
Are you disappointed when you come to the library and the book you’re looking for is already checked out? The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series by Jeff Kinney is popular and often checked out. However, here is a list of books similar to the...
The benefits of drama and theater for kids Have you ever heard the expression “all the world’s a stage”? According to researchers, drama and theater can actually help children with literacy. For instance, participating in theater helps children practice expression and build fluency. Theater also gives...
On April 8, 2024* the town of Plainfield will be pitched into darkness as the moon crosses in front of the sun. This occasion will be particularly remarkable, as central Indiana finds itself within the path of totality, offering a view of a complete eclipse,...
As children’s librarians, we are often asked to help people find books for children in a particular grade or at a specific reading level. While a number of different resources exist to measure a book’s approximate level, they can vary a great deal and are not...
Gather around the crafting table for this Valentine-inspired STEAM craft! Learn about binary codes to write a short message that you can gift to a loved one. This STEAM powered activity promotes early literacy through the use of fine motor skills, counting/number recognition, color sorting,...
About Good Dog Good Dog is about Brodie, a dog who recently passed away. However, Brodie can’t get to his place in heaven yet. His human, Aiden, is in danger and Brodie needs to save him. The bond between Brodie and Aiden was very special and...
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