The library offers a number of different gaming opportunities. Some of which are through special computer systems or library programs. They all provide unique learning opportunities. Below are some of them and what they have to offer. Early Literacy Stations These stations (aka AWE computers) contain software geared for ages…
Would your child benefit from help with grammar? Are you concerned that grammar books are boring, dry and dull? In the children’s non-fiction section, under Dewey Decimal number 428.2, you will find many fun, colorful, grammar books. Some even ryhme! Lazily, Crazily, Just a Bit Nasally More About Adverbs by Brian P. Clearly…
September is here. Can you believe it? That means school is back in session and families are stocking up on school supplies. Do you have your most important school supply of all? Do you have your library card? September is Library Card Sign-Up Month. If you or your family members…
Children’s classics Paddingtont the Bear, Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day and Rainbow Rocks will be in theatres this Fall. Be sure to pick up a copy and read the book first! All three titles can be found at the Santa Clarita Public Library. Rainbow Rocks will be…
I am sure many of you are hearing about STEM but you might not know what it is. As part of the “Educate to Innovate” initiative put in place during 2009 under President Barack Obama, STEM education is dedicated to providing students “with the skills they need to excel in…
A place just for kids! The Santa Clarita Public Library recognizes the need to provide a safe environment for kids to browse library materials. Just as the children’s section of the physical library is sectioned off, the same experience is now available on the digital collection. This appealing and…
The Santa Clarita Public Library’s Summer Reading Program, “Paws to Read” has concluded, but it does not mean it is too late to keep reading those books for the rest of summer! Studies have proven that children who continue to read throughout the summer are less likely to be effected…
Before I began working as a Children’s Librarian, I worked as a nanny for twelve years. I’ve helped raise a handful of small people and am currently raising my own little preschoolers. All of that adds up to a decade and a half of putting kids to bed, a decade…
