Kid's Corner
Liz Nadow, Children's Librarian Available
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W-F 10-5
Every Third Saturday 10-4
Registration for Toddler Time (ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 in Mom, Dad or caregiver’s lap) or Preschool Storytime (ages 3 1/2 to K) has begun. Join us for stories, songs, poems and parachute play. Call 384-5440 ext. 21, or stop in the Children’s Dept. and see Miss Liz to leave your name for the next session. Program is free but food donations for the Wrentham Food Pantry gratefully accepted.
SCHOLASTIC BOOK FAIR
The Friends of the Fiske will host a Scholastic Book Fair
on May 21-23 during Library hours. The Fair will feature specially priced
children’s and young adult books including newly released works, award-winning
titles, children’s classics and current bestsellers. The Book Fair brings
families together within the community to celebrate reading and learning.
Parents, grandparents, children and the community in general are invited. Book
Fair proceeds will be used to purchase new books for the Children’s Room. The
past book fairs have each raised over $1000. Volunteers are needed to help set
up, staff and clean-up this event and a sign-up sheet is available at the front
desk.
UNSEEN BORDERS : STORIES IN SIGN AND VOICE
TUESDAY JUNE 10 – 6:30 PM
GRADES K-6
(adults & teens interested in sign language will enjoy program also)
Presented by deaf storyteller KR Glickman &
hearing teller Tony Toledo this program is one you don’t want to miss!! KR signs
her parts of the stories while Tony voice interprets what KR signs. Then Tony
signs as well as speaks his parts. Folks will SEE as well as HEAR stories.
Listeners will learn how to sign “A long, long time ago…”, “… happily ever
after.” And “Pay Me!” As a bonus attendees will also learn about Hearing Dogs.
They will get to pet KR’s hearing dog, Shana.
KR Glickman and Tony Toledo have been presenting Unseen Borders to eager
listeners throughout Massachusetts since 1998. KR graduated from Gallaudet
University, the only liberal arts university exclusively for Deaf undergraduates
in the world. Tony graduated from the University of Toledo. Both have lead
workshops at Sharing the Fire Storytelling Conferenece. Together they live on a
massive one tenth of an acre estate in Beverly, MA. With her basil, his books
and their Corn Museum.
KR has one blue eye and one brown eye. Tony says he is 47 years old but reads at
a 59 year old level!!! Tickets will be available at the circulation desk
beginning May 9. Program is free but canned-good donations will be gratefully
accepted for the Wrentham Food Pantry.
DROP IN CRAFT
Friday June 13th, between 2:30-4:30
Saturday
June 14th, between 1:00-2:00
All ages welcome to come in and make a Father’s Day card.
GET READY FOR THE SUMMER READING
CONTEST!!!
The theme this year is
“WILD READS AT THE LIBRARY”
Sign up begins June 17th!!
CREATE A BOOKMARK CONTEST
Wrentham students of all
ages are invited to participate in a “CREATE A BOOKMARK CONTEST” and library
display. Cut two pieces of paper (2 inches by 8 inches), write a slogan to
promote reading and your name on one paper and illustrate the other paper. 12
winning entries will be chosen and copied to make 300 bookmarks to be given out
to all our members in the SUMMER READING CLUB. We’ll even laminate the bookmarks
and attach a ribbon to each one. The winner’s name will be printed on the
bookmarks! All entries will be displayed in the library. Drop off your entries
to Miss Liz by June 27th. NOTE: Bookmarks can be created using the
theme of “Wild Reads at the Library” or your own slogan if you’d like. ENJOY!!
Dear Friends –
I am writing this letter to ask your support for our summer reading program at
the Fiske Public Library.
We are asking library patrons, local businesses, banks, civic groups, etc. to
donate items (gift certificates, savings bonds, raffle items, crafts, school
supplies, coupons for free ice cream cones or slices of pizza, etc.) to
encourage Wrentham families to read together. We will use these are reading
incentive prizes.
We’re happy to say that participation in the summer reading program has grown
each year!!
YOUR SUPPORT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED! Thank you in advance.
We would appreciate it if you could make your donation as soon as possible so
that we may prepare publicity. Donations may be left at the library along with
your name and address. Please note that the donation is for the summer reading
club. THANKS!!! Miss Liz
CELEBRATE INDEPENDENCE DAY!!
BIKE DECORATING & PARADE
JULY 3 AT 2:30
You are invited to our bike decorating party at Fiske Library to celebrate the 4th
of July. Bring your bike, trike, scooter, baby buggy, doll carriage or wagon and
we’ll supply the red, white and blue decorations. Bring along a toy horn or
musical instrument and enjoy a few minutes of being “LOUD” in the library!!!
Bring your camera to take pictures of our “parade” around the library.
No registration required!
PLEASE HELP US!!
Miss Liz is looking for donations of red, white and blue decorations for the
July 4th Bike Decorating and Parade to be held on July 3rd. You may
drop off your decorations at any time to the attention of Miss Liz if she is not
here.
THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR ASSISTANCE!!!
JUNGLE ENCOUNTERS : WILD ANIMAL SHOW
TUESDAY JULY 8 AT 6:00pm
AGES K and UP
Jungle encounters is owned and operated by Debi Willoughby. Debi has a lifetime
of experience working with animals. She has lectured and trained animals in zoos
and on her own. Jungle Encounters was established to teach people to respect
animals and the world we live in. There is a delicate balance between our lives,
the lives of the animals and the earth, and we must respect it and live in
harmony with it.
Tickets will be available at the circulation desk beginning June 4. Program is
free but canned-good donations will be gratefully accepted for the Wrentham Food
Pantry. This program is supported with a grant from the Sweatt Fund.
TRIP TO THE FIRE STATION
Thurs. July 17; Thurs. July 24; Wed. Aug. 6
Ages 3 ½ and Up
Meet at the library at 10:00 for a “Fire Story” and then walk over to tour the
Wrentham Fire Station and climb on the trucks!!
Sign-up at the Circulation Desk.
Program is free but canned-good donations will be gratefully accepted for the
Wrentham Food Pantry.
TOUCH A TRUCK
JULY 23 OR AUGUST 13 – 10:00 AM
Preschoolers and truck enthusiasts are invited to hear a good “truck story” ,
check a truck book out and touch a truck from the DPW. Sign up at the
circulation desk.
MADELINE STORYTIME
JULY 9 & 16 ; AUGUST 7 & 14
10:30 AM
Join 8th grade Junior Volunteer, Claudia Robinson, for a story and
coordinating craft or activity from the wonderful Madeline collection. This is a
great way to spend a summer morning, so come to the Fiske Library in “two
straight lines” and take part in Madeline Storytime!!!
Sign up with Miss Liz.
WINGMASTERS
: BIRDS OF PREY
TUESDAY AUG. 19 AT 6:00pm
AGES 6 and UP
Birds of Prey are also known as raptors. Eagles, hawks, falcons and owls are all
included in the group. This program concentrates on the native species
incorporating live birds from different raptor categories. An overview of Birds
of Prey is provided, explaining the birds’ place in the environment, their
different hunting adaptations, and their status in a rapidly changing world.
Because many Birds of Prey are declining in number, this presentation also
features one of more of the endangered raptors that we care for, and explains
why these species face an uncertain future.
Wingmasters is a partnership of two people dedicated to increasing public
understanding and appreciation of North American Birds of Prey. Julie Anne
Collier and Jim Parks are both licensed raptor rehabilitators based in
Massachusetts. Together they care for injured Birds of Prey. Most of the birds
they rehabilitate can ultimately be released back into the wild, but in some
cases the birds are left permanently handicapped. Julie and Jim are further
licensed to provide a home for these nonreleasable birds and to use them for
educational programs. Since 1994 Wingmasters has presented over 5000 programs at
schools, libraries and museums throughout New England.
Tickets will be available at the circulation desk beginning July 17. Program is
free but canned-good food donations will be gratefully accepted for the Wrentham
Food Pantry. This program is supported with a grant from the Sweatt Fund.
NEW BABY/TODDLER PLAYGROUP
Two programs have begun – Birth to pre-walkers with Mom, Dad or caregiver meets on Fridays at 9:30. Toddlers (walkers) to age 2 ½ with Mom, Dad or caregiver meets on Fridays at 10:30. Meet new friends, play with the new toys and gym equipment purchased with funds from the Friends of Fiske!!! Come join the fun! Sign up with Miss Liz (508-384-5440 ext. 21)
READING BUDDIES
(AGES 5-10)
Sign up today for a weekly reading time with a Jr. Volunteer. Meet with your buddy for 20 minutes each week to listen to a good story or practice your reading skills.
Wrentham
readers are invited to join the Newbery Award Winners Book Club. Your 5x7 photo
will be added to our “Readers Hall of Fame” after you read 15 Newbery Award
Winning Books. For each additional five books you read after the initial 15
you’ll receive a ribbon to display on your photo. Yes, you may count the books
your parent/caregiver reads to you !!! Check out the Fiske Library Website :
fiskelib.org for a link to the list of books or come see our display of the book
jackets in the Homework Center.
The Caldecott medal was named in honor of 19th Century English Illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children. Registration forms are in the Children's Room.
Links to Award Titles
Links to Suggested Reading Titles
Brookline Public Schools – suggested summer reading lists for all grades
http://www.ala.org/yalsa/booklists - Book lists for young adults
http://www.ala.org/ala/alsc/alscresources/booklists/booklists.htm - Association for Library Service to Children
http://www.trelease-on-reading.com/default.html - Jim Trelease Home Page
http://www.cbcbooks.org/readinglists/ - Children’s Book Council – Book lists
http://www.kidsreads.com/features/2005_best_books.asp
http://www.bankstreet.edu/bookcom/
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Collection of
interactive, animated talking picture books.
Starfall
- Where
Children have fun learning to read!
Wacky Web Tales - Geared for Grade 3 and above. After choosing a story title fill in the blanks creating your own version of the story!
Kidsites - Leading guide to the best in kids' websites.
Kids Games - 879 bright kids games
Quiz Hub - a noncommercial portal to high-quality free online interactive educational games, puzzles, and quizzes for elementary and middle school students.
Fin, Fur and Feather Bureau of Investigation (FFFBI) - Web site is developed by WGBH to develop children's critical thinking and problem-solving skills through imaginary "crime-solving" missions. Ages 6-12.
FunBrain Games - Collection of interactive word, number, and science games. More than 60 games; search by age, subject, title or keyword. Grades K-12.
Funschool Games and Activities - Nearly 200 creative history, language, science, math, and geography games arranged by grade level. Grades K-6.
Prongo Quizzes and Games - Set of learning and just-for-fun games- six brain teaser quizzes and more than 40 games, arranged by age group (3-6, 6-9, 9-12). Grades K-12.
Zeeks Games - 200 learning and just-for-fun games arranged by topic and alphabetically by title. Grades 5-10.
Nickelodeon and www.nick.com for information about the television network Nickelodeon. Includes information about the following characters and shows: Maisy, Dora the Explorer, Jimmy Neutron, Rugrats, Blue's Clues, the Wild Thornberrys, Bob the Builder, Franklin, Little Bear and Little Bill.
PBS Kids - Visit PBS, including information about PBS shows. Includes Arthur, Between the Lions, Calliou, Barney, Mister Rogers, Dragon Tales, Clifford and more.
Lemony Snicket - Click to Play
Magic School Bus - Click to Play
Curious George - Click to Play
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 Berenstain Bears
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 Sesame Street |
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 Crayola Crayons |
 Audrey Wood
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 Time Magazine For Kids |
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 M&Ms
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 Arthur |
 Yak's Corner |
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 Snoopy |
 Harry Potter
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 Jan Brett |
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 Dr. Seuss |
 Lego Land |
 Yahooligans |
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 KIDiddles |
