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Spotlight Program!
Tales to Tails
Saturday, March 24
11 am - 12 noon
ROAR's (Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue) Therapy Dog Program will be bringing a therapy dog to be read to by children. The use of trained therapy dogs in reading programs can result in children who feel comfortable reading out loud, read more often, attempt more difficult books, and actually look forward to reading. As they improve their literacy skills, they're not just learning how to read, they're learning to love to read! Children must read independently to participate in this program. No program charge, registration is required.
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2018 Award Winning Children's Books
John Newbery Medal: Most outstanding contribution to children's literature
Randolph Caldecott Medal: Most distinguished American picture book
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award: Most distinguished beginning reader
Pura Belpre Awards: honoring Latino/Latina writers and illustrators whose children's books best portray, affirm and celebrate the Latino cultural experience
Coretta Scott King Book Award: recognizing African American authors and illustrators of outstanding books for children and young adults
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Upcoming Events - March
Mondays, January 8 - March 12
Ready Readers 4:15 - 5 pm
Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to join us for this drop-in story time. Each week we will explore different topics such as woodland creatures transportation dinosaurs fairy tales and more. Children will hear stories watch short book films as well. Caregivers must remain in the building. Drop-in.
Tuesdays, January 9 - March 13
Terrific Tales for Twos and Threes 10:15 - 10:45 am
Children and their caregivers will sing songs, listen to stories, and enjoy playtime together while building literacy and social skills. Drop-in.
Wednesdays, January 10 - March 14
Books for Babies 10:15 - 10:45 am
Bring your wonderful baby to this infant friendly program at the Wilton Library! We will sing and play and enjoy gentle stories geared for babies under 12 months old. This is an excellent forum to meet other new parents in the area. Bring dad too! Caregivers must be present. Drop-in.
Wonderful Ones and Twos 11 - 11:30 am
This program is a sharing time for 1 and 2 year-olds and their caregivers. The emphasis is on books, with some songs and toy time. Drop-in.
Saturd
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y, March 10 - Saturday, March 17
Help Locate Liam the Leprechaun
All ages. Every day Liam will be in a new location somewhere in the library where children and adults can find him and take a selfie. Great opportunities for a funny photo! Drop-in.
Mondays, March 12 and March 26(10:45-11:15)
More Sign, Say, and Play 10:15 - 10:45 am
Children 6mo. - 2 years with caregivers. The Baby Signs® Program teaches caregivers and children from 6 months of age to the toddler stage signs for everyday activities so they can communicate before the child can speak fluently. Each workshop session focuses on one everyday activity such as visiting the zoo, birthdays, feelings and more. The signs are learned through activities, songs, and a book. Every participant will go home with a handout.
Registration required for each session:
March 12; March 26
Wednesdays, March 7 - 28
Little STEM Studio 3 - 4 pm
Ages 3 - 5 with caregivers.
Children ages 3-5 are invited to join us weekly for a story and various STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) activities. Children and their caregivers will listen to a read aloud of a popular children's picture book and rotate through correlating STEM stations.
Fr
iday, March 16
Fun with Lynn Lewis and Friends 11 - 11:45am
Ages 2 - 6 with caregivers.
Come to Wilton Library and see popular entertainer Lynn Lewis. There will be songs and dancing for all. She will bring a special friend so that kids can play with him and participate in all the fun!
Registration required.
Friday, March 16
Cupcake Club 4 - 4:45pm
Ages 6 - 12 (under 8 with caregiver). Follow step-by-step instructions to decorate a fancy cupcake!
Registration required.
Saturdays, February 10 - March 17
CoderDojo Python Class 10 - 11 am
Grades 6 - 8. Calling all middle-schoolers for a fun-filled and educational session of Python !!..... Nope not the deadly snake but a programming language which drives all cool computer programs. Learning the Python language is kind of like learning the rules of grammar for a spoken language. This class is for kids with no programming experience. It is an on-going program where each week builds on the previous week skills. If interested, please send email to
[email protected] with the following information:
Name of student;
Grade;
Email address of Parent/Guardian
Please bring: A laptop - borrow one from somebody if need be; a notebook & pen to jot down important notes and tips; a parent! (Very important). If you are 12 or under, your parent must stay in the library during the session.
Program is full.
Movement and Dance 11 - 11:30 am
C
hildren ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join a fun time of moving, grooving, jumping, shaking, singing and playing instruments. A great Friday morning work-out! Drop-in.
Saturday, March 24
Tales to Tails 11 - 12 noon
For independent readers. ROAR brings therapy dogs to the library to be read to by children.
Registration required.
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New Materials!
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Nonfiction
DVD
Miss Andrea recommends The Stars Beneath Our Feet by David Barclay Moore
Twelve-year-old Wallace (Lolly) is just like most kids his age - growing up and making important decisions. But Lolly feels lost after his brother's death and doesn't know how to cope. His one passion is building with Legos. Through a series of events in his after-school program he and an unlikely friend bond over their passion for Legos. Lolly later finds himself in a situation that could change his life forever and has to discover who it is he truly is on the inside.
Moore writes a poignant story about growing up in Harlem and dealing with uncomfortable situations. This is a "window" book - one that shares an experience outside of our community, and is a very valuable glimpse into the lives of characters different from ourselves. There are plot elements that are mature, so I would highly recommend this book to kids in 5th grade and up. It is an excellent read with fully fleshed-out characters of all backgrounds and a plot that keeps readers motivated to find out what decisions Lolly ultimately makes.
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