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For the Animal Lovers

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PHOTO: LEE ADLAF

We all know kids who are obsessed with animals. There's the kid who's read all the dinosaur books the Library has to offer, and is still hungry for more. Or the kid who can't stop watching videos of fluffy, adorable small mammals, who wants to know everything they can about them. I know all about these kids—because I was one of them (and in many ways, I still am).

If you're looking for something to entice your household animal lover over the long winter break, check out these movies and books at the Library.

Posted by Alejandria G. on December 7, 2017
Animals
Oh, the Thinks You Can Think

Celebrate Star Wars Reads!

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Can you believe it’s been 40 years since Star Wars first made the jump into theaters? Since then it's been taking the world by force, igniting the imaginations of fans of all ages.

Every October, we celebrate this bounty of books with a special holiday—Star Wars Reads. Over the years, books have become a great way to expand on the stories set in the Star Wars galaxy.

Looking for a book to pique the interest of your young Star Wars fan? Try these fun Star Wars Reads!

Posted by Alejandria G. on October 26, 2017
Children's
Science Fiction
Star Wars
Oh, the Thinks You Can Think

Who Run the World? Girls: Picture Book Biographies on Noteworthy Women

Take a journey back through time this March to celebrate the extraordinary lives of eight trailblazing women. These picture book biographies blend enticing storytelling and eye-popping visual arts to tell the true stories of some of the most remarkable women in science, arts, and activism.

Posted by Alejandria G. on March 23, 2017
Ada's Ideas: The Story of Ada Lovelace, the World's First Computer Programmer
Brave Girl: Clara and the Shirtwaist Makers' Strike of 1909
Caroline's Comets: A True Story
Dolores Huerta: A Hero to Migrant Workers
Fancy Party Gowns: The Story of Fashion Designer Ann Cole Lowe
Red Bird Sings: The Story of Zitkala-Sa, Native American Author, Musician, and Activist
Sky High: The True Story of Maggie Gee
Wangari Maathai: The Woman Who Planted Millions of Trees
African American
American History
Biography
Children's
Native American
Picture Book
Oh, the Thinks You Can Think

Radical Fun Project: More Stop Motion Animation!

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Stop Motion is a magic filming technique that makes inanimate objects look like they are moving all by themselves. All it takes is a simple iPad app and some playdough to make a Stop Motion masterpiece.

Kids at this month's Radical Fun program got creative with playdough and other materials in order to make their own Stop motion animation videos. It's so simple you can even make your own stop motion videos at home! If you've miss out on our previous Stop Motion blog post, click here for instructions on how to create your own Stop Motion animation. 

Posted by Alejandria G. on November 23, 2016
Technology
Oh, the Thinks You Can Think

Spooktacular October Reads for Younger Elementary

Fall is a great time to curl up with a spooky read. These books are just slightly spooky, but have major laughs so they are perfect for younger elementary kids who like to be just a little bit scared.

The Phantom of the Theater (Creepella Von Cacklefur series) by Geronimo Stilton

Posted by Alejandria G. on October 17, 2016
Halloween
Oh, the Thinks You Can Think

Spooktacular October Reads for Older Elementary

The cool, crisp autumn air usually means one thing to us book lovers: it’s time to curl up with a spooky read. Here are some great, spine-tingling upper elementary reads to get you through the month.

 

 

The Screaming Staircase (Lockwood & Co., Book 1) by Jonathan Stroud

 

Fifty years ago, ghosts, poltergeists, and spirits of all manner started popping up all over England. This was only the start of the Problem. As it turns out, talented young people with psychic sensitivities were the only ones capable of detecting these spirits and keeping them in check.

 

Posted by Alejandria G. on October 10, 2016
Halloween
Oh, the Thinks You Can Think

Radical Fun Project: Stop Motion

Great things can happen when you combine iPads and LEGOs! Monroe County kids participated in our Radical Fun program and used these tools to create their own stop motion animation films.

Stop Motion is a magic filming technique that makes inanimate objects look like they are moving all by themselves. It's so simple, you can even make your own stop motion films at home!

What You'll Need:

  • Smartphone or Tablet with Stop Motion app (We used Stop Motion Studio--it's free!)

  • Something to prop your Smartphone or Tablet up

  • LEGOs, Dolls, Action Figures--almost anything can be an 'actor' in your film!

What to Do:

Posted by Alejandria G. on September 23, 2016
Library Program
Oh, the Thinks You Can Think

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