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Library
Services for Children
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MATERIALS-Check
us out!
Each branch has a separate area for children's materials which are appropriate
for babies through approximately grade 6. These collections include popular
and award-winning books, cassettes, cassette/book combinations, videos, and
magazines. All materials for children are marked with a "J." Parents
are responsible for the types of materials that are borrowed by their children.
NON-FICTION
Arranged by subject
Books for preschool-grade 6
•Fairy tales and folklore
•Mother Goose rhymes
•Poetry
•Jokes & riddles
•Information on people, hobbies, UFO's,
religion, mummies, computers, ecology, language, math, science, space, animals,
cars, cookbooks, crafts, sports, geography, countries, history & more!
FICTION
Arranged by the author's last name
•JPF Picturebook
Well-illustrated books designed to be shared with young children.
•JPT Toddler
Sturdy board books just right for babies
•JXF Easy Readers
Controlled vocabulary books written for independent reading in grades 1-3.
•JF Fiction
Books for children in grades 3-6
READER'S
ADVISORY-Ask us about the good books!
Each branch has specially trained children's services staff who is very familiar
with children's materials and is there to help children, parents and others
working with children to find interesting reading material. Please ask for recommended
mystery, sport, fantasy and other genres of books, books with particular themes,
books that children will like, books with appropriate reading levels etc. We
are here to help. Free booklists with recommended titles on special topics or
for specific ages are available. Many fiction books are indexed by subject in
the online catalog as well.
INFORMATION-Your
answer place!
The Children's collection includes Reference (JR) material that is used for
research in the library. The Reference collection also includes resources about
children's literature and using books with children. Much of the non-fiction
collection addresses the personal interests and curiosity of children as well
as provides help with school assignments. The public library supplements what
is available in school libraries. The children's non-fiction collection is a
good source of information for adults too! Please ask us for help if you cannot
find the information you need.
PROGRAMS-Let's
get together!
A wide variety of programs are offered for children ages 1 to 12. Programming
is designed to:
•Spark an interest in books and reading
•Discover the depth of information available on a multitude of topics
•Make the library a familiar, desirable place to visit
•Provide information
•Develop reading readiness skills
•Discover the library as a place to satisfy curiosity or learn about new
things
•Provide an opportunity for appropriate group interaction
•Enhance development of independence
•Develop a lifelong reading habit.
Story hours, time for twos, lapsits, preschool crafts, make-it-stations, speakers,
reading programs, movies, puppet shows, drama presentations, storytelling, etc.
are all typical types of programs available at the library. Programs are planned
on a quarterly basis and published in a calendar
of events for children. Many programs require registration because of space
limitations or special activities that cannot be provided for large groups.
Although parents are not required to stay at the library while their children
are attending programs, it is strongly suggested that parents be readily available
in case of emergency. Prompt arrival for programs is also greatly appreciated.
After a program, children are not allowed to leave the program area without
an adult. Many programs are designed for specific age groups and due to space
limitations and/or the nature of the projects, children of younger or older
ages are not allowed to attend programs where an age is specified.
SERVICES-All
for you!
All of the library services and materials available to adults are also available
to children including reserve requests, interlibrary loan, telephone reference,
telephone renewal, Westplex Information Network, CD-Rom products etc. The library
staff provides tours for groups such as scouts, child care centers, or other
youth groups. Just ask!
USING THE
LIBRARY-A few reminders!
New library cards are free, but a parent or guardian signature is needed for
anyone under the age of 16. Staff will be glad to show school age children how
to use the computer catalog. It is also important to remember that the library
is a public building, and for safety reasons, children should not be left alone
or unsupervised. The library staff is not responsible for unsupervised children.
MAILING
LIST-Read all about us!
A free mailing list is maintained by the Library District for those who want
to keep up-to-date on programs, events and news. Sign up at the library!
VOLUNTEERS-Helping
hands!
Many branches offer opportunities for children age 13 and up to volunteer at
the library. A wide variety of projects are available. Applications are available
at the Children's Services Desk.
SPECIAL
SERVICES FOR THE DISABLED-We want to help you!
All branches of the Library District are handicapped accessible. The Library
District offers TDD machines, Arkenstone Reading Machines and Closed Circuit
Video at some branches, and applications for free services from Wolfner Library
Services for the Blind and Physically Handicapped. Wolfner strongly supports
services for children who have vision problems or are unable to hold a book.
In addition to materials, they offer a summer reading program for children.
Signed interpretors or other special assistance may be prearranged for children's
programs.
Last updated: 5/11/99 - jfb
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