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Children's Programs 2017 Summer Reading Program Register Now! Our theme this year is "Build a Better World" Preschool - 12th grade may participate in a variety of activities - from animal programs, science programs, volunteering STEAM based learning experiences and may other activities. The library has something for kids of all ages. |
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LETTER TO PARENTS
Dear Parents,
“Build a Better World”
This year, the 2017 summer reading program theme is “Build a Better World” All Preschool – 12th grade may participate in a variety of activities – from animal programs, science programs, volunteering, STEAM-based learning experiences and many other activities. The library has something for kids of all ages!
Why Do Libraries Host Summer Reading Programs?
Studies show that for reading success to happen, access to books is critical. The public library is an excellent free resource for families to have access to books of a wide range of interests and reading levels, as well as librarians to guide children and families in selecting great books. We especially encourage reading for fun during the summer months and do not stress points and levels so much as interest in a topic or theme. Children who see reading as a treat and not a chore will feel more inclined to explore the shelves, searching for their next favorite book. The library cares about your children and has planned programs to keep them reading and learning all summer. Whether keeping track of the amount of time they spend reading or the number of books they have read this summer, children who join the summer library program keep their minds active and enter school in the fall ready to learn and ready to succeed.
How our program works
Please call or come by if you have any questions.
334-735-2145
“Build a Better World”
This year, the 2017 summer reading program theme is “Build a Better World” All Preschool – 12th grade may participate in a variety of activities – from animal programs, science programs, volunteering, STEAM-based learning experiences and many other activities. The library has something for kids of all ages!
Why Do Libraries Host Summer Reading Programs?
Studies show that for reading success to happen, access to books is critical. The public library is an excellent free resource for families to have access to books of a wide range of interests and reading levels, as well as librarians to guide children and families in selecting great books. We especially encourage reading for fun during the summer months and do not stress points and levels so much as interest in a topic or theme. Children who see reading as a treat and not a chore will feel more inclined to explore the shelves, searching for their next favorite book. The library cares about your children and has planned programs to keep them reading and learning all summer. Whether keeping track of the amount of time they spend reading or the number of books they have read this summer, children who join the summer library program keep their minds active and enter school in the fall ready to learn and ready to succeed.
How our program works
- Age level programs daily. (Refer to calendar) Award given for perfect attendance. Thursday afternoon performers and programs for all ages. One performer is scheduled on a Wednesday so be sure to refer to the calendar. –
- 1000 Books Before Kindergarten - Preschoolers (with a little help) can keep track of books read to them and get a prize for every 100 books read. Each book can be counted as many times as it is read to the child.
- Reading program – children can participate as an independent reader or as a family reader.
- Independent readers keep track of books read during the summer by recording Title, Author and number of pages.
- Family readers keep track of books read with family member by recording Title, Author and number of pages.
- Readers with the most pages in each age group will receive an award.
- Overall reader will receive an award. Parents as Reading Partners – Extra incentive this year for parents to read with children.
- Other reading incentives for children to get instant gratification, instead of having to wait until the end of summer.
- Reading Records must be turned in on or before Fri. June 29, 2017 if the child wants to be able attend to the Awards Party.
Please call or come by if you have any questions.
334-735-2145
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YEAR ROUND PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN
Preschool Story Time - begins the Tuesday after Labor Day at 10:00 a.m. and continues every week until the end of May (Holidays will be posted). Preschool Story Time is for children 3-5 years of age.
Homeschoolers -
Homeschool programming-- begins the Thursday after Labor Day at 10:30 a.m. and continues every week until the end of May. (Holidays will be posted)
