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Winter Reading Program for Kids

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December 1, 2021

1:09 pm

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snowflake imageREADsquared Online Reading Program invites you to our Winter Reading Program for KIDS!

As you snuggle by the warm fireplace this winter, or spend time baking delicious cookies the Youth Library invites you to participate in our READsquared Online Reading Program specially created just for you and your family.

For every 4 missions you complete you earn a reading tag. Complete all 16 missions and earn a prize! 
In this program, you will earn points by completing reading missions instead of logging books. Each mission will earn you 25 points. Once you reach 400 points, you have completed the program! 

Here is how it works!

Program Starts: December 21, 2021
Ages: 0 – 18
Visit http://iowablindreads.readsquared.com/
Select Register in the top right corner of the screen.
Select if you would like to register an Individual Account. If you would like to create a Family Account, please register yourself first and then register your children under your account.

Hope to see you soon!
Denise Bean, Youth Librarian
denise.bean@blind.state.ia.us
515-452-1338

What is READsquared?

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June 18, 2021

3:25 pm

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Glad you asked! READsquared is an Online Reading program that encompasses the Tales and Travels 2021 Summer Reading Program. Join Youth Services staff for a fun summer of reading and activities. Attend all 27 virtual events and read 27 books between June 7 – August 6, 2021 and earn prizes. Don’t forget to check out these 27 events on the READsquared calendar so you don’t miss out!

How to Sign Up:
Visit http://iowablindreads.readsquared.com/

  1. Select Register in the top right corner of the screen.
  2. Select if you would like to register an Individual Account. If you would like to create a Family Account, please register yourself first and then register your children under your account.

Last but not least; log in to your account, record your reading, earn badges and have fun exploring all the “cool” STEM activities by signing up for our Tales and Travels Summer Reading Program by visiting https://iowalibrary.blog/programs/youth-services/summer-reading-program/

Hope to see you soon!

If you have any questions, please contact Denise Bean at denise.bean@blind.state.is.us

December Youth Programs

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December 10, 2020

9:00 am

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Oooohhhh, the weather outside is frightful, but the fire inside is delightful… wait a minute, I am not ready for winter yet, are you? Take a deep breath, in the month of December get ready for our two incredible programs! Makerspace Monday, on December 14th, will start our month off by offering a sparkling, dazzling Ornament Workshop mixed-in with hot chocolate and special guest Jodi Aldini. Next, for our STEM and Stories Saturday, on December 19th, we will have a special story time and song with featured guest Emily Tinsman, Miss Iowa 2019-2020. Sign up early and receive a “Woodbead Snowman Kit.”  

Makerspace Monday Virtual Event
Date: December 14, 2020
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Activity: Sparkling and Dazzling Ornament Workshop!
Setting: Zoom
Registration

STEM and Story Saturdays featured guest, Emily Tinsman, Miss Iowa 2019-2020 
Date: December 19, 2020
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Activity: Song and Story Time
Setting: Zoom
Registration

*Upon signing up you will receive a “free” activity kit.

Hooked on Books

Hooked on Books Virtual Autumn Reading Adventures each Wednesday at 4:00pm.  While you are “chillin’ and relaxing at this afterschool event, you will be kicking back with games, story times with a twist, celebrations, and so much more.
Register for Hooked on Books

READsquared

Plus, our library is partnering with READsquared which is an interactive online program! RIGHT NOW, if you sign up, not only will your child be a part of this “cool” learning experience, but this program will track time spent reading and growing, while rewarding “FREE” Activity Kits. Simply click to participate. DON’T MISS OUT!
Register for READsquared

Questions?  Contact Denise Bean, Youth Services Librarian, denise.bean@blind.state.ia.us, 515-452-1228

November Youth Programs

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November 4, 2020

9:00 am

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November is packed with hands-on experiences and listening fun!  Makerspace Monday, on November 9th, we will listen and learn about music with our guest, Amanda Drish from the Des Moines Symphony.  Amanda will take us on a trip to the past as we learn about professional musicians and we will create art on canvas.  STEM and Stories Saturday, on November 21st, is rolling out scented cookie cutter star creations.  We will make Cinnamon Salt Dough ornaments with our guest Ellie.

Makerspace Monday Virtual Event
Date: November 9, 2020
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Activity: Listen and learn about music and create art on canvas with special guest, Amanda Drish from the Des Moines Symphony
Setting: Zoom
Registration

STEM and Story Saturdays featured guest, Sarah Borzo, Educator Coordinator from Metro Waste Authority
Date: November 21, 2020
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Activity: Cinnamon Salt Dough Ornaments with special guest Ellie
Setting: Zoom
Registration

*Upon signing up you will receive a “free” activity kit.

Hooked on Books

Hooked on Books Virtual Autumn Reading Adventures each Wednesday at 4:00pm.  While you are “chillin’ and relaxing at this afterschool event, you will be kicking back with games, story times with a twist, celebrations, and so much more.
Register for Hooked on Books

READsquared

Plus, our library is partnering with READsquared which is an interactive online program! RIGHT NOW, if you sign up, not only will your child be a part of this “cool” learning experience, but this program will track time spent reading and growing, while rewarding “FREE” Activity Kits. Simply click to participate. DON’T MISS OUT!
Register for READsquared

Questions?  Contact Denise Bean, Youth Services Librarian, denise.bean@blind.state.ia.us, 515-452-1228

October Youth Programs

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October 2, 2020

1:57 pm

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In the month of October, your youth library is excited and delighted to put learning about recycling at the top of your list! All of us have this in common; clothes, clothes and more clothes! What if I told you that Makerspace Monday, on October 12th, is turning those worn tattered shirts into a practical useable tote bag? Plus, so much more!  STEM and Stories Saturday, on October 17th, is hosting Sarah Borzo, Educator Coordinator from Metro Waste Authority. She will teach all of us about how to take better care of our planet while putting creativity into action by creating a recycled butterfly feeder!

Makerspace Monday Virtual Event
Date: October 12th
Time: 6:30 p.m.
Activity: Tote Bag
Setting: Zoom
Registration

STEM and Story Saturdays featured guest, Sarah Borzo, Educator Coordinator from Metro Waste Authority
Date: October 17th
Time: 10:00 a.m.
Activity: Recycled Butterfly Feeder (butterflies not included!)
Setting: Zoom
Registration

*Upon signing up you will receive a “free” activity kit.

Hooked on Books

Hooked on Books Virtual Autumn Reading Adventures is set to begin on October 7th at 4:00pm. While you are “chillin’ and relaxing at this afterschool event, you will be kicking back with games, story times with a twist, celebrations, and so much more.
Register for Hooked on Books

 

READsquared

Plus, our library is partnering with READsquared which is an interactive online program! RIGHT NOW, if you sign up, not only will your child be a part of this “cool” learning experience, but this program will track time spent reading and growing, while rewarding “FREE” Activity Kits. Simply click to participate. DON’T MISS OUT!
Register for READsquared