There’s nothing quite like curling up with a comfy blanket and a good book when the days are gray and cold. Here are some feel-good stories to warm your heart this winter! The Magician’s Elephant By Kate DiCamillo “When a fortune-teller's tent appears in the market square of the...
Bringing in the new year gives readers the wonderful opportunity to reflect on their favorite books from the previous year. 2023 was filled with stellar middle grade releases, from renowned to debut authors, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’re excited to share some highly...
Can’t join us for storytime at the library? Try creating your own version at home! Here are some ideas to try out for a cooking-themed storytime for you and your tiny chefs! Books to Read: Our Little Kitchen by Jillian Tamaki A Pizza with Everything on It by...
Looking for a great middle school book about resiliency, friendship and a real look at disability from the main character’s point of view? Then you should check out Roll With It by Jamie Sumner. Ellie, our female protagonist, loves to bake and wants to be a...
Did you know that singing to – and eventually with – your baby or young child has great benefits for preparing them to read? That’s right! Those seemingly silly nursery rhymes or sweet, gentle lullabies have a purpose beyond simply entertaining a fussy baby or helping...
Looking for a fun activity to do at home over the upcoming school breaks? This Flashlight Seek and Find craft can be made with a few materials and can spark creativity for your children, family, and friends. Use the instructions below to make your own! You’ll...
Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library may be on lobby service right now, but our databases are always accessible at home. All our database resources are FREE to use with your PGTPL library card. We offer a variety of databases for students and families. To locate our...
What is STEAM? STEAM has become a very popular method of teaching and learning for kids. STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics. STEAM learning enhances “critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills” (Team Bricks 4 Kidz). While you might see STEAM and STEM used interchangeably,...
"Play is the work of childhood,” asserts child psychologist Jean Piaget. It may be tempting for adults to discourage free play and instead guide children to more structured educational activities like counting or letter recognition. But for children, playing is serious business. The importance of play During play,...
Fall is here, and that means great recipes! Fall also means the beginning of football season! We have a fantastic book in the Children’s Department here at the library called A football cookbook : simple recipes for kids by Sarah L. Schuette. The book includes...
