This past weekend the Library hosted its first ever Maker Fair. We had 425 people join us to learn, celebrate, and experience all the cool technologies from crafts to 3D printing to the Silhouette Cameo that the Library can offer. We hope that everyone that came learned something new and will be interested enough to to find out more and […]
It is no secret that we LOVE books here at the Algonquin Area Public Library! We love how stories can help us understand and prepare for unknown experiences like the first day of school! If your little one is curious or even nervous about what preschool may look like, sit down together to read stories that explore this topic. Young children […]
The first day of school is quickly approaching. Each child may begin the school year with a flood of emotions – excitement, anxiety, and nervousness. Luckily, there are a number of children’s books that can help children understand and embrace these common feelings. We’ve created a list of a few favorites, but make sure to stop by the Library to take a peek […]
After 13 long years, we are excited to hear that one of our favorite characters, Dory, is back in a new movie! Finding Dory hit the big screen in June, and the library has been all a buzz with conversations about Dory, Nemo, and the ocean. To nourish those inquiring minds, we have compiled a list of books that might […]
Summer is here and that means road trip season is in full swing! Audiobooks are just the thing to keep kids (and parents) entertained during a long trip. Avoid the “are we there yet? and “how much longer?” questions by bringing along a few engaging audiobooks that your whole family will love! If you’re in need of a few suggestions, […]
It’s here! It’s here! We are extremely excited to announce the latest Elephant and Piggie book, The Thank You Book, is now available for check out. It is with a heavy heart that we share some sad news: The Thank You Book is the 25th and final book in Mo Willem’s Elephant and Piggie Series. In the final book, Piggie feels so overwhelmed with […]
Scratch Day is global event to celebrate Scratch, coding, and kids learning to code! Scratch is a free programming language designed to help kids learn how to write computer programs by dragging and dropping code to create animations, games,interactive stories, music, presentations, and more. On May 14, all over the world, teachers, parents, and educators host Scratch Day events to help […]
This year is shaping up to be a big year for children’s books in Hollywood. There are a number of children’s book-to-movie adaptations hitting the big screen, and we can’t wait to see how the movies turned out! Make sure to add these books to your reading list so that your family can weigh in on whether they liked the book […]
ChainsAfter being sold to a cruel couple in New York City, a slave named Isabel spies for the rebels during the Revolutionary War.By: Laurie Halse AndersonCall Number: J AND The Hunger GamesIn a future North America, where the rulers of Panem maintain control through an annual televised survival competition pitting young people from each of the twelve districts against one […]
Tuck EverlastingThe Tuck family is confronted with an agonizing situation when they discover that a ten-year-old girl and a malicious stranger now share their secret about a spring whose water prevents one from ever growing any older.By: Natalie BabbittCall Number: J BAB The Face on the Milk CartonA photograph of a missing girl on a milk carton leads Janie on […]
