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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Children coming from the Lancaster School can take Bus 97 with written permission from a parent or guardian. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
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.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Children coming from the Lancaster School can take Bus 97 with written permission from a parent or guardian. Children ages 7 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
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.
Reading for Riverside This summer the library will have a summer reading program and offer many programs via Zoom and challenges on Facebook. The summer reading program is to encourage children to read throughout the summer. This summer we are asking children to read to support our local animal shelter, Riverside Rescue. We are encouraging children to log their reading minutes each week beginning the week of June 21st until August 27th. Logged reading minutes can be emailed to wml@myfairpoint.net or returned to the library on a weekly basis. We understand that life may prevent you from submitting reading logs weekly…that’s okay. Email or drop them off when you can. Each week your child submits a reading log (via email or physically) the Friends of the Library will donate $0.25 to Riverside Rescue. The Lancaster Rotary Club has also agreed to match up to $100, so let’s get ready to read! Reading during the summer will strengthen your child’s reading skills and support the animals. It’s a win-win! Please help us in our cause, Reading for Riverside. All reading logs must be submitted by Thursday August 27th at 4:30pm. For more information or to request a reading log, please contact Ronnie Buckman, youth services librarian, at wml@myfairpoint.net or call the library 603-788-3352. summer_reading_log.doc Log your reading minutes at Read Squared |
For Parents
Parents, keep your kids safe online. Get informed with these links:
Safe Kids (Internet safety and your child) |
Homework Helper
Check out these sites to help with homework:
Almanac Awesome Library Homework Spot Internet Public Library, Youth Division Kids Click (web search sites for kids, recommended by librarians) Yahooligans |
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:
2017 Notable Children's Books Books for Guys (author Jon Scieszka) Caldecott Award Great Stone Face Award KidsReads Ladybug Picture Book Award Newbery Award Series and Sequels |