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MELODY ELLISON's 1960s History List

by ryanikoglu

"I Heard it Through The Grapevine" ...
American Girl's MELODY ELLISON Doll arrives in Detroit August 2016 !!
You can jump into Melody Ellison's world of the 1960s in Detroit, MI. and experience more stories of Motown Music and African-American Civil Rights Movements.

Here is MELODY ELLISON's 1960s History List especially chosen for kids in grades 2-6.

The list includes multiple formats.
You will find historical fiction Books, CD recordings of Motown Songs, informational and poetry Books, and DVD Movies for children in Elementary and Middle School.
Add some adult interpretations and family stories to the mix.
Your child can experience a significant era in US History, just because of the launch of a new doll.
"Ain't No Mountain High Enough".
It's a fun way to go.
"I'll Be There"!

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PreK Bits - "U" is for UP (and under)

by ryanikoglu

Things went UP in Storytime this week with Ms. Rachel and Ms. Betsy.
COME BACK BEN … Ben floated UP with his red balloon.
“The Grand Old Duke of York” … marched UP and Down the hill!
COYOTE And The LAUGHING BUTTERFLIES … a tricky flight.

For more stories with something UP, try these:
UP In The GARDEN And DOWN In The DIRT.
LITTLE HOME BIRD … UP in his nest.
SECRET TREE FORT … “just look UP, please.”
BEAR Is NOT TIRED … so he is still UP when he should be hibernating.
WHEN I GROW UP … says little bear to big bear …
SWEEP UP The SUN … a photographic and textual poem of birds UP in flight.
The TURNIP by Jan Brett … Who can pull it UP ?!!
CIRCLE … bird’s eye view from UP … is in this book.
FALLING UP: Poems and Drawings by x">l&sort=newest">Shel silverstein.

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The Big Book of Things to Make

by manz

This amazing, stupendous, fun-filled book is jam packed with oodles of fun things to keep the kiddos busy this time of year!

The Big Book of Things to Make is divided into sections titled Make It, Do It, Know It and includes things to make, such as slime, alien masks, soap monsters, board games, and musical instruments. You can make things to eat like a pizza party, cookies, and glow-in-the-dark Jello. Or you can do things like magic tricks, write a story, spot deadly snakes, miniature golf, or host outdoor Olympic. Plus MANY, MANY more fun things!

The books is wonderfully laid out with pictures and simple directions that will lead to mass quantities of fun and games for elementary school age kids.

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Kid Bits - 10 NEW themes in STORIES To GO collection for 2016 !!

by ryanikoglu

ATTENTION Parents, Teachers, and Child Care Providers !
NEW sets are ready for YOU !

STORIES To GO are themed sets of materials ... especially designed for use with Preschool and young Elementary children ages 2-7.
Each set includes 6-10 books, 1-2 DVDs, and an Activity Folder with suggested finger plays, songs, crafts, etc. related to the theme.
Just grab a theme and go.

10 NEW Themes for 2016 are available NOW. Here they are:
ANN ARBOR for introducing and exploring our community.
FAIRIES for those who enjoy the local fairy doors.
BIG MACHINES for those with a passion for wheels and work.
SIZE and MEASUREMENT: Math Readiness.
OUTER SPACE for those who like to explore the universe.
BABY SIGNS for people learning signing with their babies.
FEELINGS for exploring different types of young drama.
LIBRARIES ... and sharing.
SEEDS To PLANTS for early science discovery.
MONSTERS for those who want to explore Monsters!

You can browse the rest of the themes in STORIES To GO
HERE

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Teens Using Drugs: Education Series

by Beth Manuel

The Dawn Farms Education Series, "Teens Using Drugs: What To Know and What To Do" convenes in June and then takes a break for the summer. This is a free, two-part series that will be presented from 7:30-9:00 pm Tuesday, June 7th (part one, "What to Know"), and Tuesday, June 14th, (part two, "What to Do"). The programs will be held in the "Exhibition Room" on the first floor of St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Education Center at 5305 Elliott Drive, Ypsilanti. The sessions are presented by the Dawn Farm Youth & Family Services team. This program is targeted primarily to parents/caretakers of teens & young adults but is inclusive of other family members, teens, professionals, students, people who sponsor or support teens, and others interested. Please contact 734-485-8725 or info@dawnfarm.org or see the link to Dawn Farm for further information.

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Teens! Volunteer at the AADL this summer!

by eapearce

Hey, teens! Are you interested in volunteering at the library this summer? If you’re between the ages of 14 and 18, you can! We need your help with program prep, filling summer game prize shop orders, and with hosting the tons of great programs that take place over the summer including the Ann Arbor Comic Arts Festival and the Detroit Circus’ performance at the AADL!

Visit www.aadl.org/teenvolunteer to fill out the application form and find out information about orientation dates and times. You’ll also find a link there to the permission slip, which needs to be printed out and signed by a parent or guardian and brought to one of 6 orientations taking place over the course of the summer. At these orientations, you’ll learn about volunteering at the library and have the chance to sign up for the volunteer shifts you’re interested in, so bring your calendar!

At the end of the summer, you’ll get a letter from the AADL emailed to you that states the number of hours you volunteered helping us out.

Questions? Email teenvolunteer@aadl.org or call (734) 327-8326. See you this summer!

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Camp Scholarships Still Available!

by Beth Manuel

Do you know a young person who would be interested in having a camp experience this summer? If so, now is the time to complete a campership application on behalf of a child who has dreamed of the opportunity to go away to camp. The Washtenaw County Camp Placement Association believes that attending a summer resident camp is a unique life experience that provides children an opportunity for growth in social, emotional and physical well-being. Their mission is to connect at-risk youth to camps through community support. WCPA is the only camping program that accepts referrals from teachers and counselors in all Washtenaw county schools, as well as human service agencies throughout the county. Applicants must be entering Grades 5 through 12 in the fall following camp. WCPA takes referrals and applications throughout the summer-please keep this opportunity in mind for kids who could use it.

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Spot, the Cat

by manz

Can you spot the cat in Spot, the Cat? In this charming and wordless new picture book by Henry Cole Spot the cat weaves his way through busy cityscapes. When Spot is off exploring his young owner is busy looking for him. While Spot is exploring the city the reader gets an inside look at what’s going on around town, and we are invited to search the detailed black and white pen and ink illustrations for the cat named Spot, the white cat with a big black spot on his back. We venture to the farmer’s market, the museum, the park, and busy streets, stretching our eyes and minds to spot Spot. The tender book helps demonstrates the bond that exists between a cat, his home and his young boy caregiver. There's so much to say without words and this book does it well.

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Family Time Thrive Parenting Classes

by Beth Manuel

If you are parenting a child or children from 0-6 years old, you know that it can feel like an overwhelming challenge. For support & resources, income-eligible families may qualify to attend Thrive Parenting classes. This course begins May 24, 2016 and runs for 6 weeks. Mandatory registration takes place Tuesday, May 17 at 5:30 PM at Catholic Social Services. The objective of these sessions are to build a stronger, healthier relationship with your child, learn parenting strategies that really work and network with other parents. For more information call 734-926-0158. Catholic Social Services offers child care and food during these classes, too.

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The 25th and Final Elephant & Piggie Book

by manz

Released this week, The Thank You Book marks the 25th and final book in children’s book author Mo Willems’ beloved Elephant & Piggie series.

The series follows the two best friends in many silly scenarios. In the books Gerald worries so that Piggie doesn’t have to. These popular books are written comic book style with dialog between the two characters to tell the story. The books are funny, silly, and sweet – just what you want in a children’s book.

With so many great books, it’s hard to pick a favorite, but lately I’ve really been loving on I am Invited to a Party!, Elephants Cannot Dance!, and the beautiful Waiting is Not Easy!.

This does not mean that Mo is done writing, and hey, maybe we’ll spot Piggie in a future Pigeon book?

Thank you, Mo!