Blogging about Lego Clubbin and other library program ideas
NEW challenge and NEW library! I recently changed libraries, and started a new Lego Club, same day and same time (Thursdays @ 6 PM). I was initially worried that no one would come to Lego Club, those worries were quickly put to rest. We started small at first with only 8, but by the second... Continue Reading →
Jolly good program idea! I saw this idea originally on Storytime Underground here, and definitely wanted to put my own spin on it. Tea parties will always be a big draw to the library, and I think putting a dinosaur spin on it makes it a lot more inclusive. First thing I did was try... Continue Reading →
So I thought up this idea a few weeks ago. A library assistant suggested that we have a library mascot over the summer and hide it around the library or around town and we take pictures of it. I think most libraries do something like this on Facebook, and it's a great way to engage... Continue Reading →
Races are always a great idea for a Lego Club. They can get a bit chaotic, but kids definitely get really into it. We've done a few races over the years, from zip line races to wind racers. The goal was always to build something fast, but this time I thought it would be great... Continue Reading →
The one question I always try to answer with my programming is "why?" As in, "Why should I come to the library?" It's always easier to not do something, then to go out and do something, so I always try to keep that in mind when programming. Library programs should be engaging, inclusive, educational, and... Continue Reading →
So this is a art project I came up with for our "Santa Bruce Storytime," which we had during the holiday season. I liked that our "Pete the Cat Storytime" wasn't JUST crafts, it was experiences like the "Walk with Pete" trail, and a community art section where kids could paint with shoes. So with... Continue Reading →
This was a wonderful passive program to do. Not only is it just fun, but it's a great way to try and explain the voting process and its importance. I had several parents come up to me and say how great they thought the whole experience was. Voting in schools/libraries is obviously nothing new, but... Continue Reading →
I thought this one would be great for Halloween!! It was a good concept, but my kiddos seemed to have more of a problem with this one than normal--so here's what I learned. After going over rules, I told my kiddos that we would making monsters for Halloween. BUT we would only be making HALF... Continue Reading →
So this one was a little out there, even for me. But I really do like to challenge my kids, and liked the idea of making multiple pieces that created one big story at the end. So after we talked about rules, I told my kiddos that our theme today would be "Mad Libs." So... Continue Reading →
