Children’s Room
Summer 2022 Children’s Programs
Oceans of Possibilities: Summer Reading
for Pre-K/4 to Grade 6
Children entering Pre-K/4 through Grade 6 in the Fall may register in the Children’s Room and get their first prizes: a drawstring bag and a brag tag with a necklace. Record the number of minutes you read and visit the library each week to report your reading and choose your beads. Log at least once to get a free book at the end of the summer.
Summer Reading runs from June 29 through August 12, 2022.
Read to a Dog
Tuesdays, June 21 and July 12
4-5 PM
Children ages 4 and up may practice their reading skills with a trained therapy dog. Must register in advance for a time slot.
Grab and Go Crafts
Mondays, June 27 to August 15
Children in Grades K to 6 may stop by the Children’s Room for a craft or activity kit. One per family, while supplies last.
Summer Outdoor Storytime
Fridays at 10 AM
July 1 to August 19
Ages 0 to 5 may register for the summer session of outdoor storytime. Please bring a blanket and dress for the weather.
Scavenger Hunts in the Children’s
Children all ages welcome. Kids can pick up their “I Spy” checklists from the Children’s desk.
Week of July 11: Ocean Animals
Week of Aug. 15: Disney Sea Creatures
Family Puzzle Night
Tuesday, July 19
6:00 PM
Families will compete against each other to be the fastest to finish a 200 piece puzzle! Registration is required. Family groups may contain up to 5 people, and no more than 2 adults.
Learn About Service Dogs
Tuesday, August 2
2:00 PM
Ages 5 & up
Meet Caryl Swain and three Canine Companion dogs. Learn about what it takes to train a Service dog & see some of the commands they can perform. Even feed one a treat! This is a program for the whole family to enjoy.
Summer Series
Kids ages 4 and up may join us on the front lawn Wednesdays at 4:00 PM for a special performance. Weather permitting.
Registration begins 2 weeks before the program date and is required. Call 201-568-2215 x 8242, or email michelle.jurgensen@englewood.bccls.org. Please dress for the weather and bring a beach towel/blanket, sunscreen and water.
Field Station Dinosaurs
Thursday, June 23 at 2 PM
Summer Reading Kickoff! The Magic of Sharks with Steve Woyce
Wednesday, June 29 at 4 PM
Whales, Sails and Dolphin Tales with Housel Fun and Fitness
Wednesday, July 13 at 4 PM
Move & Groove with Miss Jolie *All Ages*
Wednesday, July 20 at 4 PM
Unique Creatures Aquatic Animal Show
Wednesday, July 27 at 4 PM
A Splash of Magic with Conrad Colon
Wednesday, August 3 at 4 PM
Summer Reading Finale! Pirate School: Sea Dreams
Wednesday, August 10 at 4 PM
Registration for programs is required when noted.
Registration for most programs begins 2 weeks before program date. To sign up, please call 201-568-2215 x8242 or email Ms. Michelle at michelle.jurgensen@englewood.bccls.org
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Resources
Educational
Albert.io Core Curriculum for Grades 5 to 12
Khan Academy: Academic Lessons for all ages
Robotics for Kids – A helpful STEM resource created by a Dwight Englewood student
Online Read-alouds and eBooks
Tumble Book Library
K-6 eBook database
Username: tumble735
Password: books
Tumble Math
– K-6 Math eBook database
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6
Teen Book Cloud
Gr 7-12 eBook database
Username: tumble2020
Password: A3b5c6
Virtual Tours
National Park Tours: Yellowstone National Park, Yosemite National Park.
Visit the Zoo: Cincinnati Zoo, San Diego Zoo, Georgia Aquarium, Monterey Bay Aquarium
Visit a Farm
Explore the Surface of Mars with NASA
Englewood Public Library Photo/Video Disclaimer
Attendance at Englewood Public Library programs, events or public spaces constitutes consent to be photographed for use in print and/or electronic publicity for the Englewood Public Library. Photos, images, and videos submitted by users for online contests may also be used by the Library for promotional purposes. To ensure the privacy of individuals and children, images will not be identified using full names or personal identifying information without written approval from the photographed subject, parent or legal guardian.
If you do not want us to use a photo or video of you or your child, please tell the Library staff member coordinating the event PRIOR to the program.
