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.
Early Literacy 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.
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 
A Free Book Gifting Program
The program gives each child, from birth to five years old, a specially selected book each month. By mailing high quality, age appropriate books directly to their homes, Dolly wanted children to be excited about books and to feel the magic that books can create. Moreover, she could ensure that every child would have books, regardless of their family’s income. Register online: https://imaginationlibrary.com/usa/affiliate/NHWHITEMOUNTAINS Register by mail: Print Form and mail to: WHITE MOUNTAINS REGIONAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, SAU 36 8 LANCASTER RD WHITEFIELD NH 03598 Imaginary Library registration form: il_registration_form.pdf |
Special EventsFirst Graders Library Card Party
Wednesday September 27 at 6:30pm We will celebrate all those first graders who registered for library cards. We will have a special story hour, hand out cards, and have a special snack. After School ProgramsBe sure to sign up if the program calls for it to ensure we have enough materials on hand!
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For Parents
Parents, keep your kids safe online. Get informed with these links:
Safe Kids (Internet safety and your child) Homeschooling? NH Homeschooling Lancaster, NH Area Homeschoolers |
Homework Helper
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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:
2022 Notable Children's Books Books for Guys (author Jon Scieszka) Caldecott Award Great Stone Face Award Ladybug Picture Book Award Newbery Award |