Let’s Read
Posted by: wpbkids on: July 13, 2009
Let’s read…let’s read…let’s read West Palm Beach! The West Palm Beach Public Library is actively seeking adults that love to read for their “Let’s Read” Program. The “Let’s Read” program brings volunteers from our community into four local schools and introduces young children to the joy of reading.
The Palm Beach Post, one of our sponsors, makes it possible for every child in the program to receive wonderful new books to begin their own home library.
Volunteers donate one hour per week and make a ten week commitment to the program. Training and all materials are provided for interested readers. Call 868-7786 for more information and to get trained to become a volunteer for the fall session.
Join our team of excellent volunteers and share beautiful books with children. Let’s read!
Your sister librarian, Judy Hillberg
The Pigeon’s Out!
Posted by: wpbkids on: July 9, 2009
It’s true, the word is out! award winning children’s author of Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus, Mo Willems, is allowing the pigeon to “tweet”!
Yes, you heard correctly; the pigeon is out! Starting July 10th, the pigeon will tweet live from the American Library Association Annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois.
So, be sure to look out for the pigeon and check out the books that made him so famous!
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome!
Explore Space
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 29, 2009
Well, hello good people. The summer reading program at the West Palm Beach Public Library’s KidSpace has just been through its first week. We have five more weeks left, so come sign up for summer reading, win out of this world prizes, and take part in our interactive rooms for elementary age kids and preschoolers!
Wow, there is so much to do this summer! For those of you who love poetry, take part in our poetry contest for a chance to be a winner in Explore Space @Your City Library!
Let the pictures speak for themselves:
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome!
Get Their Minds Right!!!
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 27, 2009
The National Black Child Development Institute (NBCDI) has joined the commitment with the White House and the Corporation for National & Community Service on their “Summer Education Service Initiative.” This initiative focuses on summer reading loss, as many of the reading gains made during the school year is often lost during the summer.
The NBCDI encourages parents and caregivers to dedicate their time in assisting children with reading. This can be done in many ways:
- Donate books to your local library, childcare and community centers, and schools in your community.
- Host a summer reading club for children.
- Read to a child and/or have a child read to you for at least one hour a week.
- Choose your own education/literacy activity to do with children.
The Initiative will last for 81 days; from June 22 – September 11, you have an opportunity to do more and get a child’s mind right.
To make a pledge or get additional information, contact moreinfo@nbcdi.org or call 202-833-2220 x6089
At the West Palm Beach Public Library you can check out some great resources for reading encouragement:
The ABC’s of Literacy by Cynthia Dollins
The Kid’s Book Club Book by Judy Gelman
Reading Magic by Mem Fox
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome!
CC photo on left from Flickr user DML East Branch
Tweet, Twibble, and Tweeb
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 24, 2009
Hi All,
I guess I am officially a “twitterer” and as a member of the West Palm Beach Public Library’s PR committee, I twitter about and post a lot of our library programs, as well as, links to the website!
Please follow Little Pig 1 and tell your friends, too! They’ll never be in the dark about what to do with the kids!
If you want to know more about the world of twitter, check out:
Twitter Power by Joel Comm
Twitter: Tips, Tricks, and Tweets by Paul McFredries
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Little Pig 1 is always here to inform you too!
~~~~Your Sister Librarian, Ms. Jeanne~~~~
Florida’s Jungle
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 19, 2009
The West Palm Beach Public Library’s KidSpace presents The Adventures of Charles Pierce: The American Jungle, by Harvey Oyer. Oyer is a local publisher, attorney, civic leader, and archaeologis! He dives deep into the adventures of Charles Pierce, a young boy who has moved from Chicago to the wild, South Florida, to discover the American Jungle. This book is great for children ages 9-12, especially boys.
This story is based on the real life experiences of Charlie W. Pierce, Oyer’s great-grand uncle. The stories have been passed down through five generations. How cool!!!!
Be sure to visit KidSpace on June 28th from 2-3 where you will get to hear and see the author, Harvey Oyer, read the Adventures of Charlie Pierce: The American Jungle.
Come out and enjoy the story, meet the author, and make a special craft to take home!!
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome!
Obama Wrote Us!!!
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 17, 2009
It has been months since you wrote your letters to Obama. My sister librarians and I have been waiting anxiously for a response to those wonderful letters and awesome pictures we took, and I know you have been waiting too.
Well, that time has come!! West Palm Beach Public Library’s KidSpace received the letter we’ve been so anxiously waiting for. On June 1st, our President, Barack Obama, took the time out of his very busy day to sign a letter and photo for you.
With pleasure, President Obama thanked you “for your recent notes, and for sharing your thoughts” with him. He also encourages us all to be good citizens and to “work together” to make our world a better place. Today is a great day because President Obama wrote back, and a day to remember because you voted to write to your President and your vote counted.
If you want to see what your President wrote you, come out to KidSpace and take a look.
Until we meet again,
Remember, your vote counts!
Come Party With Us!!
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 14, 2009
Summer is out and that means kids are out too and there are never enough activities to keep your kids busy. If you are still looking for some activities, come party with us at the West Palm Beach Public Library’s KidSpace. Check out the great events going on this summer:
Monday Night Movies
Join us for our Monday night movies @ 6:00pm on: June 22 Wall-E. “G,” July 13 Bedtime Stories. “PG,” August 3 Space Chimps. “G,” and August 24 Nancy Drew. “PG.” Free Popcorn will be served!
Family Storytime
Join us every Wednesday @ 10:30am in June & July for Family Story time with stories, songs, rhymes and more! For all ages. Auditorium.
The Aliens are Coming! 
Blast Off Party: June 22 @ 4-6 come enjoy & sign-up to receive your reading log.
The Aliens are Coming: Elementary age interactive fun while exploring space. From June 22 – August 1. Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00 – 4:00 Saturdays 11:00 – 1:00
Space is the Place: Preschoolers will have tons of fun playing space games. From June 22 – August 1. Tuesdays & Thursdays 1:00 – 4:00 Saturdays 11:00 – 1:00
Zoom, Zoom Fired Up For Safety Preschoolers and their parents! Enjoy fire safety stories, songs and activities. Meet West Palm Beach Fire Rescue officers and explore a real fire truck! Wednesday @ 10:30am August 5th and 12th.
Stay tuned for more events and activities to keep your kids busy and minds stimulated this summer.
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome!!
CC Photo on left from flickr user markchonefeld, right from flickr user kalandrakas.
The BEST Gifts Ever!!!
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 10, 2009
My good friend is giving birth in early August. With only 2 more months left and the rising anticipation of meeting her new baby, Mommy is getting really anxious.
There has yet to be a baby shower set up for them and I really do not want to wait until one is prepared to give them a gift. I almost feel like one has to be Gifted to pick the perfect gift!
Truth is, I only give books as gifts, so that narrows the search down, but searching for the perfect book is challenging when there are so many.
After weeks of pondering and reading, I have narrowed down my search to four books. Check these out at the West Palm Beach Public Library’s KidSpace and vote for which one you think will make the BEST gift ever!!
Someday by Allison McGhee
Ten Little Fingers and Ten Little Toes by Mem Fox
Goodnight Moon by Margaret Wise Brown
Love You Forever by Robert Munsch
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome!
CC Photo on left from flickr user funky shapes
Lets Get Pollinating!!!
Posted by: wpbkids on: June 8, 2009
Come celebrate Pollinator Day with the Arthur R. Marshall Loxahatchee National Wildlife Refuge. It is their second annual celebration and there is even more free fun on the menu this year.
On Saturday June 27, 2009 you will learn about pollinators, such as bees, bats and insects. You will also learn about the important relationship between pollinators, plants, fruits, and vegetables.
So join the free fun from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm, which includes, wax candle making, arts & crafts, a pollinated food display, honey tasting, and even bee hives!
Don’t forget to visit the West Palm Beach Public Library’s KidSpace for some information on pollinators:
Busy, Buzzy Bees by Allan Fowler
The Magic School Bus Plants Seeds by Patricia Relf
City of Bees by Choices Inc. (DVD)
Until we meet again,
~Remember, Reading is Awesome! CC Photo on right by Flickr user Jessica*Kate
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