Every year on November 10, we celebrate Sesame Street Day at the library. On that day in 1969, Sesame Street debuted on television and has since taught generations of young children how to count and their ABCs. Thanks to all the Sesame Street fans who made it to our special event! We made Cookie Monster crafts, Elmo crafts, and played […]
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At November’s Book Worm Book Club, we discussed The Story of Diva and Flea by Mo Willems and Tony DiTerlizzi. I love discussing books with this high spirited group of 1st and 2nd graders. They offer such interesting answers. In the story, Diva is afraid of feet and Flea is afraid of brooms. I asked the group if there is anything they are afraid […]
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We had such a fun time celebrating Halloween at the Library. There were 8 different stations to explore in any order: Candy Corn Guessing Jar. What would your guess be? Spoiler below! It’s hard to believe there were 694 pieces of candy corn in that jar. Pumpkin Bean Bag Toss! Boo! Bowling! This was so much fun. We quickly discovered […]
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We read Lisa Graff‘s A Tangle of Knots for October’s Craft a Connection Book Club. As soon as I started the book, I *knew* we would be making something edible for our craft. Graff’s main character has a special Talent for cake-baking, and readers get to look at recipes for interesting cakes like S’more cake and Garlic Cake! Unfortunately, I don’t […]
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We want your vote … for your favorite children’s book! Stop by the Library now through Election Day and fill out a ballot. Readers for a brighter future! – Miss Glynnis Save
» Read moreIt’s here! The November 2016 Calendar (.pdf) is ready and includes some great programs including The Philadelphia Museum of Art’s Contemporary Craft Show Road Show on Nov. 3 and a Wizard of Oz performance by Family Stages for families on November 12. Remember – you can RSVP for most of our events online or call 215-947-5138 to have us sign you […]
» Read moreAt Book Worm Book Club for 1st and 2nd graders, we discuss a book, learn some stuff and create a craft that goes along with the story. October’s book was The Princess in Black by Shannon & Dean Hale. I was so excited that two boys attended because this story is NOT just for girls! It’s got monsters, masked superheros […]
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What is 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten? The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Program is a national initiative to promote early literacy skills for children from birth to age five. The Program provides caregivers with the resources to create a positive and nurturing experience by reading to children regularly. It is an exciting way to celebrate reading 1,000 books before Kindergarten, a […]
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Craft a Connection Book Club is one of my favorite monthly programs. Children in grades 3-5 meet up to discuss a book and create a craft that goes along with the story. For the past three Septembers, we have celebrated the birthday of children’s author Roald Dahl by reading one of his beloved books and making something edible. In 2014, we read Charlie […]
» Read moreJoin us Saturday, October 1 at 7:00 pm in the Red Lion Gym for a Movie Night Under the Stars! We will be showing Minions! Get your picture with a costume character before the show. Popcorn, pretzels and refreshments will be served.
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