The Algonquin Area Public Library was honored to have a special visitor stop by for a visit last week. Illinois State Senator, Karen McConnaughay, kindly spent her time meeting patrons, staff, and engaging our youngest patrons in a fun story, Grace for President, by Kelly DiPucchio. The children in attendance loved being able to participate in a mock election, just like the […]
A great, albeit, messy activity for you and your little ones to do at home is to make slime. Last week we played outside with a group of kids and we made Oobleck and played with a glittery, stretchy slime called Galaxy Slime. It was a messy, good time! In case you would like to know how to make your […]
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 […]
Did you know that on the Children’s website there is a page called, Games for Kids? This page is to help parents find free, child-friendly, and age appropriate games to play while inside or outside the library. Is your kid a fan of the Nickelodeon, Disney, or Cartoon Network channels? Have them find their favorite game based on their favorite […]
