“Summer Slide” might sound fun if you don’t know what it means, but caregivers and educators are becoming more aware of the loss of skills that students experience over summer break. According to the National Summer Learning Association, most students lose two months of math...
Looking for a unique way to combine technology and outdoor activities this summer? Make a nature-based Stop Motion Animation video at home! Stop by the Children’s Desk this summer and pick up an infographic on the basics of Stop Motion movie making and library recommended apps...
Have you tried Miss Humblebee’s Academy, yet? This incredible online resource helps children develop literacy skills. Preschool through kindergarten-aged children learn basic concepts and build a strong foundation in letter knowledge and sound. The Best part - It's FREE to use with your Library Card! Miss Humblebee's...
BIG News to Share! HomeBank in Plainfield made a very generous contribution to the Library for $10,000. These gift funds were used to purchase AWE Literacy tablets for Youth Services! AWE Learning provides literacy-focused digital learning solutions for early learners to public libraries. We are grateful and...
Have you seen our newest addition to the Children's Room play area? We have a Duplo table! We love building bricks, because they are excellent for unstructured play--and have more early literacy value than you might think: learning through trial and error learning through action and...
The 3rd Annual Plainfield Arts Gala is just around the corner, and we need your child's help...
Your children's room is getting a facelift! The children's room will be closed starting Monday, April 21. We will be replacing the carpet, adding new furniture and paint, moving the help desk, updating the technology, adding new play areas and interactive toys, and much more....
I’d like to thank the wonderful people of the community who have supported the children’sprograms at Plainfield-Guilford Township Public Library throughout the years. As I prepare toretire at the end of this month, I’ve had time to reflect on my past twelve years as Children’sServices...
Once upon a time…Father Goose visited the Plainfield Library…and he's back again, inviting you to participate in the magical fun as our beloved nursery rhymes and fairy tales get a Mother Goose-approved make-over from musician/magician, Paul Odenwelder. Children of all ages are invited to join...
Did you know that November has been declared Picture Book Month? This is great news here in the Children's Room because we love picture books of all types. Here are a few of my personal favorites—feel free to chime in with yours!Caps for Sale by...
