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Thorndyke Thoughts
Hey Kids! I have to tell you how much I've loved seeing all my friends come to the library over the last couple of weeks. Did you know that over 3000 of you have registered for Summer Reading? Wow! 1500 of you registered on the very first day! Double Wow! And then lots of you--I think we counted over 700 of you--came back this week to see Joel Tacey, make a craft, or watch a movie! Thanks for making our summer so busy, 'cause the librarians and I love seeing you have fun! Keep Reading! And don't forget to stop and say hello!Bear Hugs!
Thorndyke
Fourth Grade Book Discussion
Register online beginning Friday, July 3, then check out a book at the Children's Desk.Book Title: Minn and Jake's Almost Terrible Summer by Janet Wong
Program Date: Friday, July 17, 2 - 2:45 pm
Puppets
The puppets have been temporarily removed from circulation and will be returned as soon as possible. We thank you for your patience and apologize for any inconvenience.
Jul 02, 2009
Consumer Reports
The Aug/09 edition of CR offers valuable comments on many kitchen appliances. If you are "redoing" your present kitchen or just upgrading certain items...Consumer Reports is a good first step. CR is available on the Adult magazine shelf, at the Adult Reference desk and the "magazine express" spinners
Dressing up: Canton women's clothing from 1880-1950
Have you ever wondered what your grandmother or great-grandmother would have worn when she was young? Well, wonder no more. Visit the Canton Historical Museum from June 20th through August 31st to see special occasion dresses from the late 1800s to the 1950s. The Canton Historical Museum is located on the corner of Canton Center Road and Heritage Park Drive. For more information visit their website.
Movie Day @ the Library
Join us for a viewing of Monsters, Inc. and snack. Register today!Grade: Going into Kindergarten - 6th grade
Program Date: Thursday, July 2 at 1 - 3pm
I Want Braincandy!
Candy for the brain? You got it...Braincandy is a great series of DVDs for kids 6 months to 4 years old. They'll be introduced to different concepts like sense of smell, taste, hearing, and touch. And don't forget to check out Eyecandy, which is part of the Braincandy series, too, and is all about the sense of - you guessed it - sight! Pick up a few and start feeding your kids some sweet stuff for the brain!
Create-A-Craft
Children ages 4-8 and their caregivers are invited to have fun with other kids making crafts to take home. No registration required.When: June 30 1:00-3:00PM
Animal Encounters
Hear stories and meet some of the artistic animals featured in art and music from around the world. Children going into Kindergarten through fourth grade are invited! Register today!Program Date: July 13, 2 - 2:45 pm
Second Grade Book Discussion
Register online, then check out a book at the Children's Desk.Book Title: Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling
Program Date: July 14, 2 - 2:45pm
The Music Lady
The Music Lady, Beverly Meyer will share songs, joy, and movement with children, ages 2-8, and their families. Come sing and dance along! No registration required.Program Date: July 6, 11 - 11:45 am
First Grade Book Discussion
Register online, then check out the book at the Children's Desk.Book Title: Once Upon a Cool Motorcycle Dude by Kevin O'Malley
Program Date & Time: Monday, July 6, 2 - 2:45 p.m.
Tuition Goes Up, Family Incomes Go Down
In today's Detroit News/Free Press, it's that time of year when colleges in the state are considering how much to raise their tuition for the upcoming fall semester. There's less government aid for schools so families are faced with paying more and doing less. The Library has the latest financial aid books to help students find funding sources such as Get Free Cash for College.Based on the Book
Harry Potter, Chronicles of Narnia, Inkheart, Spiderwick Chronicles. Most people know that these recent movies are based on books. But Children's novels have been providing sources for movies for many years.
New Publications For Your Student
College students and parents of elementary, middle and high school students can pick up copies of the Eduguide: Your roadmap to student success in the library's lobby brochure rack. Separate editions, geared to each educational level, offer tips on both helping students succeed in their current scholastic careers and preparing them for the next step on their academic ladder.
Fun Snacks for Tweens
Learn how to make great snacks that are super easy and healthy to eat! Register todayGrades: Tweens (Going into 5th and 6th)
Program Date: Thursday, July 9 at 2-3pm
Fun Holiday Alert
Did you know that Friday, June 26, is the 10th Annual Take Your Dog to Work Day? This holiday is all about celebrating man's best friend and encouraging folks to look into pet adoption. Even if you don't have a dog and can't get one anytime soon, why not celebrate the day with a fun dog story? My favorites are John Grogan's Marley books. He's written everything from children's easy readers to memoirs for adults, so there's something for the whole family!
Jun 24, 2009
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A Leaner FAFSA
Today, Education Secretary Arne Duncan plans to announce a leaner and more simplified FAFSA form that should at least bring a little relief to over 15 million families with college-bound students who apply every year. Changes in the form will be in place in time for the start of the 2010-2011 school year. The Library has financial aid books to help navigate through the student loan application process and Finding the Money is one of the newest.
Get Ready to Celebrate Eric Carle!
Eric Carle turns 80 on June 25th this year. It’s a perfect time to celebrate since our Summer Reading theme this year is Be Creative @ Your Library. Come in to the library where you can learn more about Eric Carle and his art, or check out one of his amazing picture books and keep working toward your Summer Reading goal!Dr. Seuss Makes Reading Easy
Dr. Seuss wrote many books that are perfect for the beginning reader. Try some of them! Here's a list of some of the most popular ones:If you read enough of these, you might find yourself speaking in rhyme and making up silly words of your own! Happy zappy reading, superiffic summer reader! (Uh-oh...now I'm doing it, too!)