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 […]
We have a lot of great magazine titles for kids already — including Ranger Rick, Sports Illustrated for Kids, National Geographic, and many more — and now we’ve added some new titles to check out! Stop by the Youth Services desk on the lower level. Disney Jr.Designed for preschoolers, this magazine has games and activities all about their favorite Disney characters. Scooby-DooScooby-Doo magazine […]
Calling all readers! The Reading Patch Club begins next week! All Algonquin cardholders in grades K-8, plus preschoolers who have finished the 1,001 Books Before Kindergarten program, are invited to stop by the Youth Services desk to sign up. In our Reading Patch Club, children earn patches for reading books. The more books they read, the more patches they can […]
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 […]
Congratulations to all of our 500 book finishers! These children are participating in our 1001 Books Before Kindergarten program and are well on their way to reaching their goal of 1,001 books.The 1,001 Books Before Kindergarten program is an early literacy initiative for children through age 5. Designed to inspire parents to read to their children from birth and support […]
The school year is HERE! You might have purchased the school supplies, but have you nailed down schedules and routines? Luckily, there are a number of apps that can help your family stay organized and successfully juggle it all. Check out this list of apps that can help your family master the school day routine with a little less stress. Artkive – […]
Fall Book Buddies Registration is now open! School Year Book Buddies gives your child in grades 1-8 practice reading aloud to a teen volunteer for 35 minutes every other Tuesday at 4pm. Register online or stop by the Youth Services Desk to complete a paper registration form. The Fall session meets from September 6-November 29.
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 […]
