Homeschoolers get a tour of the library

We were delighted to welcome a group of homeschoolers and give them a tour of the library. From the youngest member of the group, who was 2 years old to the oldest member, aged 12, they were enthusiastic, curious and eager to learn. The 16 children and their parents learned about the Dewey decimal system, services and programs offered at the library and about the electronic resources accessible from the library website. Hope they had as much fun as we did.

 

 

 

Mitali Perkins wows kids and teens

Mitali Perkins, the author of the First Girl books, shared with us her story and gave kids valuable tips on how to create a story that would capture the interest of readers. Her writing workshop was very successful as the pieces that the participants wrote will testify. You can read the creative pieces on our YA blog, http://splatatspl.blogspot.com.

 

 

 

OOPS! Author Mitali Perkins visit timings

Juvenile and Young Adult author Mitali Perkins will be visiting the library on Saturday, September 20th. She will talk about her books from 11 AM to 12 Noon, there will be lunch from 12 to 1PM and then there will be a Writing workshop from 1PM to 2 PM. Please call to register.

3 exciting programs in September

39 Clues
Check out http://the39clues.scholastic.com/
Scholastic is publishing a series of 10 books written by famous authors, the first one titled "Maze of Bones" by Rick Riordan (author of the popular Percy Jackson series). There will be cards with each book that have hints to track down the 39 clues. Learn more about this series by coming to the Children's Room on Tuesday, September 9th at 7 PM. We will raffle a pack of cards and a copy of the first book and a backpack. You could be the lucky winner! Open to kids between the ages of 8 and 11. Please call to sign up.

MCBA Kickoff
Come to the library on Thursday, September 11th, from 4-5 PM to get the list of books nominated for the Massachusetts Children's Book Award. Read at least 5 books and vote for your favorite book in January. Last year's winner was Rick Riordan. Kids in Grades 4 to 6 are eligible to participate and vote.

Author Mitali Perkins visits the library
Juvenile and Young Adult author Mitali Perkins, author of Rickshaw Girl, Monsoon Summer, First Daughter: Extreme American Makeover, and First Daughter: White House rules visits the library on Saturday, September 20th. She will talk about her books from 10 AM to 12:30 and, after lunch, (all those who come in the morning can join in the free lunch) will do a Writing workshop. Please call to sign up.