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CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
QUICK LINKS
COMING IN FEBRUARY!
LEGO BLOCK PARTY
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Wednesday, February 8th
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Grades 5 and Younger |
DID YOU KNOW?
A library card will allow you to review
your personal library account and
renew and/or reserve most items directly
from our CARD CATALOG website!
Two sizes are available: wallet and keychain.
Stop by and pick up yours today,
or call us at 332-1925 for more information.
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BEACON IS HERE!
Our new library card
catalog system is up and running.
To search the Children's Library card catalog,
just click on our dog "SCOUT" on the right. For the entire library, click on the Beacon on the left.
Keep watching for future details
on Beacon's many features and options.
If you have any questions about the new
system, please give us a call at 333-1925.
We're here to help! |
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NOW AVAILABLE
AT THE CHILDREN'S LIBRARY!
The TumbleBookLibrary is a collection of TumbleBooks (animated, talking picture books), along with games and puzzles. TumbleBooks are created from existing picture books which have been licensed from various children's book publishers and converted to the TumbleBook format.
Clicking on the above icon should take you directly into the TumbleBookLibrary. However, if you are ever asked for the Username or Password, please enter the following:
Username: humboldtlib
Password: libra
High-speed internet is recommended, and Adobe Flash is required, which is already preloaded on most computers.
If you have any questions or problems, give us a call at 332-1925.
THE CHILDREN'S LIBRARY IS A BUSY PLACE!
AWARD WINNING BOOKS
CHILDREN'S LIBRARY AND PROGRAMS
Children's Librarian
Sarah Evans is the Children's Librarian at the Humboldt Public Library and provides year-round programming for children aged infant to 5th grade.
Storytimes
Storytimes are planned with specific age groups in mind, but younger and older children are welcome to attend. Registration is not required.
Wee Read - For children ages 0 to 2 with caregiver. Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m., October and November, offers babies and toddlers a language enrichment program and an intoduction to the library. Parents are encouraged to continue the literacy skills shared during the storytime at home. A handout of rhymes and songs incorporated into the storytime is available at each session.
Let's Pretend - For children ages 3 - 5. Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., September - December and February - April.
Pajarama - For children ages 3 - 5. Mondays at 6:30 p.m., September and October. Children are encouraged to come in their pajamas and bring their favorite doll or teddy bear for stories and more!
Grades K-2
Afterschool Adventures - First Tuesday of the month at 3:45 p.m., September through April.
Registration is required.
Grades 3-5
American Girl Book Club - Second Saturday of the month, 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., September through April. Registration is required.
Star Wars Graphic Novel Book Club - Second Tuesday of the month, 3:45 - 4:45 p.m., September through April. Registration is required.
TWAB (Tween Advisory Board) - Third Tuesday of the month, 3:45 - 4:00 p.m., September through April. No registration is required. TWAB gives tweens the opportunity to plan library programs, discuss books, meet new friends, and more. 2010-2011 TWAB sponsored programs included Haunted Library and Eggstravaganza.
All Children (Grade 5 and Under)
Lego Block Party - Second Wednesday of the month, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m., September through April.
No registration is required.
Summer Reading Program - Each summer the Children's Library provides a summer reading program for children in preschool through 5th grade. Participants have the opportunity to earn prizes by reading and taking part in programs and events sponsored by the library.
Daycare Outreach Program
The Children's Librarian visits each participating daycare once a month to perform a storytime and deliver a bin of children's materials. Storytimes last approximately 30 minutes and include stories, songs, rhymes, and games. Visits take place on Wednesdays and Fridays from September through April. To qualify for Daycare Outreach, the daycare must meet the following criteria:
1. Daycare is registered with the Department of Human Services
2. Facility resides within the city limits of Humboldt or Dakota City
3. Four (4) or more children ages 2 - 5 must be present at the time of the visit
4. Childcare provider must be present during the visit
If you are interested, please contact Sarah Evans, Children's Librarian, for more information and to obtain a program application
Contacts
For more information about upcoming children's programs and/or to register, please contact Sarah Evans, Children's Librarian, at 332-1925 or email to Childrenslibrary@humboldtpubliclibrary.com.
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