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Children's Room
• News & Updates •
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Meet the Author:
Danielle Greendeer
Thursday, November 10th
7 pm
In this Wampanoag story told in a Native tradition, two kids from the Mashpee Wampanoag tribe learn the story of Weeâchumun (corn) and the first Thanksgiving.
Books will be available for purchase from Maxima Book Center.
This program was made possible thanks to a grant from the Cary Library Foundation.
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Wampanoag Crafts: A Hands On Experience
Ages 5 & up
Saturday November 12th
1 - 4 pm
*while supplies last
Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of learning and making crafts with citizens from the Mashpee and Aquinnah Wampanoag Tribes. Drop in any time during the afternoon and create your own corn husk doll, corn necklace, toss and catch, and wampum pendant. Aquinnah Wampanoag tribal citizen Linda Coombs will host a Wampanoag Artifact Table to showcase material culture and you can ask questions and touch numerous objects.
This program was made possible thanks to a grant from the Cary Library Foundation.
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An Evening with the Wampanoag Singers and Dancers
All Ages
Wednesday, November 30
6 pm
The Wampanoag Nation Singers and Dancers are a group of musicians and artisans from the tribal communities of Mashpee on Cape Cod and Aquinnah on Martha's Vineyard. Their performances of eastern social songs and dances have both educated and entertained audiences of all ages in museums, schools, and various multi-cultural events. They dress in their traditional clothing and their songs are accompanied by a water drum and handcrafted rattles.
This program was made possible thanks to a grant from the Cary Library Foundation.
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Block Party
Ages 2 & up
No registration required
Tuesday, November 1
7 pm
Drop in and build with our LEGO® bricks! Children under age 8 must be accompanied by an adult.
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this program.
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Let's Make Onigiri
Grades 4 & 5
Thursday, November 3
4:30 pm
Come and learn about and make Onigiri, Japanese rice balls!
Registration now open.
This program was made possible thanks to a grant from the Cary Library Foundation and Table for Two.
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Kids Cooking Green presents Make & Bake a Tiny Apple Pie
Grades K - 2 w/adult
Tuesday November 8
2:30 pm
Let's make tiny apple pies! We'll provide all the ingredients you need to cook! Registration opens on Monday October 31.
This program was made possible thanks to a grant from the Cary Library Foundation.
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Creative Writing
Grades 3 - 5
Registration required
Thursday, November 10
4 pm
Thursday, December 8
4 pm
Join us for an hour of creative writing activities.
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Brickbuilders Challenge
Grades 3 - 5
Registration required
Friday November 18
3 pm
Thursday, December 16
3 pm
Will you take the Brickbuilders' Challenge? Meet other kids who love LEGO® and work together to take on this month's challenge!
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this program.
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Kids Cooking Green presents Pumpkin Roulade
Virtual
Grades 3 - 5
Friday December 9
2 pm
Registration opens Nov 28
Let's make a pumpkin roulade! We'll provide all the ingredients you need to cook!
This program was made possible thanks to a grant from the Cary Library Foundation.
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Brickbuilders Challenge
Grades K - 2
Registration required
Friday, December 9
3 pm
Will you take the Brickbuilders' Challenge? Meet other kids who love LEGO® and work together to take on this month's challenge!
LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize, or endorse this program.
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Kids Cooking Green presents Butternut, Goat Cheese, and Cranberry Pizza
Grades K -2
Friday December 16
2 pm
Registration opens Dec 5
Let's make a yummy pizza! We'll provide all the ingredients you need to cook!
This program was made possible thanks to a grant from the Cary Library Foundation.
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Dance Party
Ages 2 - 5
No registration required
Wednesdays
10 am
Come dance with us! Grown ups will dance too!
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Preschool Arts & Crafts
Ages 3 - 5
No registration required
Monday, November 14
2:15 pm
Explore, learn and create art!
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Sensory Playtime
Ages 0-5
No registration required
Friday, November 18
10:30 am
Drop in and have fun with our interactive sensory stations!
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• Storytime Schedule •
Our next six-week storytime session begins the week of November 14.
Mondays:
10:30 am: Music Monday (ages 2 - 5)
Tuesday:
9:30 am: Baby Laptime (prewalkers)
10:15 am: Toddler Time (walkers - age 2)
Wednesday:
10:45 am: Stories & More (ages 2-5)
Thursday:
9:30 am: Preschool Storytime (ages 3 - 5)
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What Our Book Clubs Are Reading |
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Tadpoles (1st & 2nd Grades) |
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Wilson is a curious sheep, and after he foolishly climbs into the back of a piano movers' truck, he ends up alone in the big city, far from the farm. But Wilson is also one smart sheep, and soon enough he's finding his way home to his worried owner by recognizing the sounds that he heard while he was trapped in the truck--a jackhammer, a calliope, a hotdog man. And could that be the excited barking of his friend Tippy, the border collie?
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Book 1: The Fabled Stables
One day eight-year-old Auggie Pound, the caretaker of the rare animals in the Fabled Stables, ventures into the swamp to save a new rare creature, the wisp.
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Bookmarks (2nd & 3rd Grades) |
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Book 1: S.O.S. Society of Substitutes
When Milton Worthy learns his classroom's pet ferret is the evil mastermind behind a dastardly plot for world domination, it's more than just about any kid could handle. But then not every kid is the son of a member of the super-secret, super-awesome Society of Substitutes! Now it's up to Milton and his substitute teacher mom to save Beacher Elementary School before time runs out.
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Book 1: Sparkleton
Sparkleton begs his big sister to give him wish-granting magic for one whole day so he can prove what a glitteriffic wish-granting unicorn he can be. But all the wishes he grants come out opposite! Can Sparkleton's friends Willow and Gabe help him undo the magic before sunset? Or will every day be opposite day?
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Next Chapter (3rd & 4th Grades) |
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Book 1: Upside-Down Magic
With their magic being unpredictable, Nory, Elliott, Andres, and Bax are sent to the upside-down magic room at Dunwiddle Magic School.
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Book 1: Wilderlore
Eleven-year-old Barclay Thorne yearns for the quiet life of a mushroom farmer, but after unwittingly bonding with a beast in the forbidden Woods, he must seek Lore Keepers to break the bond and return home.
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Page Turners (4th & 5th Grades)
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In 1941, after Hitler declares war on the United States, unleashing U-boat submarines to attack American ships, Louisa June, with the waves outside her house carrying dangerous enemies, must help her mother after her father and brother are caught in the crossfire.
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When Nathan goes to visit his grandma, Nali, at her mobile summer home on the Navajo reservation, he knows he's in for a pretty uneventful summer, with no electricity or cell service. One night, while lost in the nearby desert, Nathan finds someone extraordinary: a Holy Being from the Navajo Creation Story--a Water Monster--in need of help. Now Nathan must summon all his courage to save his new friend.
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Book Talks (4th - 6th Grades) |
Yusuf is excited to start middle school in his small Texas town, but with the twentieth anniversary of the September 11 attacks coming up, suddenly it feels like the country's same anger and grief is all focused on his Muslim community.
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The newest title in the adorable Gossie and Friends board book series, Ollie’s Hug is a sweet ode to friendship and compassion. Ollie the gosling is in a bad mood and nothing seems to help, despite his friends’ best attempts. He doesn’t want a snack (even though BooBoo’s giant bunch of grapes looks delicious thanks to the bright watercolor illustrations), doesn’t want to relax with a good book, and even rejects Gertie’s offer to loan him her boots! Finally Gossie realizes that a big hug will do the trick, and the story ends with the two goslings embracing – Gossie wearing her signature red boots and little Ollie standing on a rock to take proper advantage of the hug. Dunrea’s books beg to be read over and over, and this one is no exception.
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This was the perfect follow up to the first Jo Jo Makoons chapter book. Jo Jo knows how to do a lot of things, but she doesn’t know how to be “fancy.” Can she figure it out before her aunt’s “very fancy” wedding? Jo Jo has the best of intentions but frequently misunderstands grown up situations. Nevertheless, it is very endearing to see her spirited personality in action as she tackles these things head on. Jo Jo Makoons is the Junie B. Jones and Ramona for this generation.
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Where does hope live? In Twenty-two essays some of our favorite authors including Tom Angleberger, Soman Chainani, Matt de la Pena, and Christina Soontornvat write a true story from their childhood. These stories tell of life changing incidents and of the people who made a difference and inspired hope. “Even in the darkest of times, Hope Wins."
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- Dia de Muertos (Day of the Dead)
- Veteran's Day
- Thanksgiving
- Transgender Day of Remembrance
- Indigenous Voices
and more great suggestions!
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November is Native American Heritage Month |
Try one of these wonderful stories written by an Indigenous author! If you're looking for more suggestions - check out our Recommendations page!
Board Books:
Picture Books:
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News from the Friends of Cary Library |
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Our Favorite Fall Event is Back!
November 4-6
Cary Library, Large Meeting Room (First Floor)
Gently used ~ Adult, Teen, Children’s ~ Great Prices!
All proceeds go to support programs and services at Cary Library!
Member Hours: Join at the Door
Friday 11/4 1pm-5pm
Saturday 11/5 9am-10am
General Public Hours
Saturday 11/5 10am-5pm
Sunday 11/6 1pm-5pm
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