Last week I posted how to make the paperback book tree on the right, today I’m going to show you how to make the one on the left. They both start and end very similarly, the only difference is that the one of the left requires some cutting. Supplies: Paperback book Glue Steps: Step 1:… Read More DIY Paperback Book Tree (Part 2)
We often get book donations at the library. Sometimes they look brand new and other times the books seem like they have been sitting in a basement for 20 years (they probably have). The new books get put into the book sale, the gross books get recycled and that leaves the outdated worn books. I… Read More DIY Paperback Book Tree (Part 1)
Books: “The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse” by Eric Carle “I Ain’t Gonna Paint No More” by Karen Beaumont “Mouse Paint” by Ellen Stoll Walsh This is the Way (Tune: Mulberry Bush) This is the way we stir the paint, stir the paint, stir the paint (stirring motion) This is the way we stir… Read More Storytime: Art
Who doesn’t want to become a superhero?? This training course was simple to prep and really fun for the kids. The attendance we receive was over double of what I expected (thank goodness for awesome staff who can cut out masks quickly)! If you have never done a superhero training course I highly recommend you… Read More Superhero Training Course
In honor of Dr. Seuss’s birthday and Read Across America on March 2nd we are having a special story and Dr. Seuss craft! Materials: Paper plates Craft (or Popsicle) sticks Cardstock Black construction paper Black pipe cleaners Or black construction paper Markers Prep Work: Print out hat and bow We cut ours out before hand… Read More Dr. Seuss Craft
Every month the Children’s Room is hosting a “Make & Take Craft” on a Saturday afternoon. This is a drop-in program that is held for 2 hours. To celebrate October children made monster masks! This craft was extremely easy to set up and children had an absolute blast. I will warn you – this is… Read More Make & Take Craft: Monster Masks