Weeks Memorial Library: Youth Programs & Activities
Youth Services Librarian: Ronnie Buckman email 603-788-3352
We're all about the young ones. We've listed below the activities which occur on a regular basis, followed by specific activities on specific dates.
Some programs, such as Story Hour and WonderPlay, we invite you to just show up! Other programs require more planning for materials etc., so we ask that you sign up so we can make sure everyone has what they need.
For additional resources such as homework help, safe internet use, and recommended books, scroll past the programs and activities section.
We're all about the young ones. We've listed below the activities which occur on a regular basis, followed by specific activities on specific dates.
Some programs, such as Story Hour and WonderPlay, we invite you to just show up! Other programs require more planning for materials etc., so we ask that you sign up so we can make sure everyone has what they need.
For additional resources such as homework help, safe internet use, and recommended books, scroll past the programs and activities section.
Regular Programs
These are the programs we hold on a regular basis, usually weekly. Be sure to double check the calendar and make sure we're offering the program on the specific day.
Be sure to sign up if the program calls for it to ensure we have enough materials on hand!
1,000 BOOKS BEFORE KINDERGARTEN
Families are invited to join the 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program at Weeks Memorial Library. The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is a nationwide challenge that encourages parents and caregivers to regularly read aloud to their children. By reading just one book a night, families can reach the 1,000-book goal in three years and provide their children essential early literacy skills. Research shows that the most reliable predictor of school success is being read to during early childhood. Reading to children from an early age can help close the vocabulary gap and prepare children to enter kindergarten with the skills they need to succeed. Most importantly, sharing books with children promotes a lifelong love of books and reading. The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program is available to all families with children between the ages of birth and five years. Registration is open. For more information, call the library at 603-788-3352 or stop in. Print the log sheet and get started today. 1000_books_before_kindergarten_log_sheet.pdf Need help finding a book? A Book and a Hug Fantastic Fiction Goodreads |
Specific Activities & Dates
These are programs in addition to our regular programs. Be sure to double check the calendar and sign up for the program if requested.
Students coming from the Lancaster School can take Bus 97 with written permission from a parent or guardian. SUMMER PROGRAMMING
SPECIAL EVENTS: MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Simon Brooks, Storyteller
Thursday 7/28 3pm Simon is like a traveling one-man show with his wit, his physical antics, comedy and pathos. Simon's voices and sound effects are perfected to the point where you become lost in the tale as you might a movie, no matter your age. Come join us for the entertaining program that will make you laugh. This program will be held in Centennial Park. UNH-Marine Program: Lobsters
Friday 7/29 3pm What color is a lobster? How many claws does a lobster have? Can lobsters swim? How does one catch a lobster? We will explore these questions with hands-on activities, such as lobster measuring and banding and learning how a lobster trap works. Come join us for this fascinating program that will make you look at lobsters in a new way. This program will be held in Centennial Park. Living Shores
Thursday 8/18 3pm Students are immersed in sea animal movement during this one hour program. A narrated reading will kick things off while kids are asked questions to stimulate their critical thinking skills. Next up, kids will get up and MOVE by mimicking a variety of ocean animals through demonstration and interactive game. Afterwards, children will get up close to a few residents of Living Shores. The program will culminate with a collaborative coloring activity in which kids will create a collage of ocean animals. End of Summer Celebration
Friday 8/19 3pm We will celebrate all our summer readers with cupcakes and prizes. The end of the summer raffle will be held at this time. |
For Parents
Parents, keep your kids safe online. Get informed with these links:
Safe Kids (Internet safety and your child) Homeschooling? http://nhhomeschooling.org/ |
Homework Helper
Check out these sites to help with homework:
Awesome Library Homework Spot Internet Public Library, Youth Division |
Fun & Games
Up for some fun and games? Check these links: ABCya Bubblesphere (Professor Bubbles presents "the most complete information about bubbles") Cool Math Games Crayola Creativity Central How Stuff Works Learning Games for Kids PBS Kids Brain Games for Kids |
Book Links
Check out these book links:
2021 Notable Children's Books Books for Guys (author Jon Scieszka) Caldecott Award Great Stone Face Award Ladybug Picture Book Award Newbery Award |