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The library will open at 10:00 AM on Thursday, May 23, due to a staff meeting. In addition, we will be closed on Monday, May 27, in observance of Memorial Day. The library will be closed on Sundays beginning May 26 through September 1.
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Summer Reading Program: A Universe of Stories
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Blast off this June and July and have fun participating in the Summer Reading Program. This all-ages program is a great way to earn prizes just for reading. Starting Monday, June 10, everyone is encouraged to begin reading and recording the number of hours spent reading. Watch as the hours build and your chances to win prizes increase. There are special family events on Thursday mornings at 10:00 AM beginning June 20.
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| The Little Guys by Vera BrosgolAbout: The forest-dwelling Little Guys are minuscule in size, but with their might combined, they're unstoppable. They can cross deep water! They can forage in tall bushes! They can steal food from chipmunks and beat up bears! Wait, what?
Read it for: Jaunty, expressive artwork and a kid-friendly message about the uses (and misuses) of teamwork. |
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Now That I'm Here
by Aaron Meshon
Storyline: "A little boy describes what his parents' lives were like before he was born...and how much more fun-filled they are now that he's here!"
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Poetree
by Shauna LaVoy Reynolds
Synopsis: Celebrating the arrival of spring by writing a poem and tying it artfully to a tree, little Sylvia is surprised when another poem is delivered in response, triggering a heartwarming poetic correspondence and new friendship. A first picture book. Simultaneous eBook.
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| Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed; illustrated by Stasia BurringtonWho you will learn about: An inspiring, star-spangled picture book based on the childhood of Mae Jemison, whose passion and ambition led her to become the first African American woman in space.
Who it's for: Space-obsessed dreamers, future trailblazers, and aspiring scientists.
Further reading: Kids who are curious about women in space might also enjoy Carmella Van Vleet's To the Stars!, a biography of astronaut Kathryn Sullivan. |
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| Once Upon a Star: A Poetic Journey Through Space by James Carter; illustrated by Mar HernandezWhat's inside: Bold type and striking, stylized illustrations heighten the impact of these short poems about stars, the solar system, the universe, and our place within it. Read it for: Accessible science concepts and a boundless sense of wonder. |
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| Earthrise: Apollo 8 and the Photo That Changed the World by James Gladstone; illustrated by Christy LundyWhat you will learn: A simple yet compelling description of 1968's Apollo 8 mission, in which astronauts captured a now-iconic photo of Earth rising over the moon.
Art alert: Crisp retro illustrations evoke the feel of the 1960s, the power of shared humanity, and the breathtaking beauty of Earth seen from space. |
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| The Sun Is Kind of a Big Deal by Nick SelukLearn about: The Sun is a star in more ways than one! Sporting arms, cool shades, and a confident attitude, the Sun deals with its many admirers (the other planets, drawn in the same cartoony style) while handling all of the important jobs it does for Earth.
What's inside: Solid astronomy facts told through eye-catching infographics and outrageously silly dialogue. |
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| Hidden Figures: The True Story of Four Black Women and the Space Race by Margot Lee Shetterly with Winifred Conkling; illustrated by Laura FreemanFeaturing: Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson, and Christine Darden, four African American NASA mathematicians who, despite widespread discrimination, made a lasting impact on the space race. Book buzz: Filled with warm, colorful illustrations, this picture book was adapted from Margot Lee Shetterly's book for adults, which was also made into a popular movie in 2016. |
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Makerspace Open Lab Hours
Thursday, May 30; Tuesday & Thursday in June, 3:00 pm
Makerspace
Create, discover, and tinker with LEGO WeDo, Micro Bits, paper circuits, Ozobots, and more! For kids ages 6 - 18. Kids 12 and under must have a parent or guardian attend the session with them.
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Pokemon Go Community Day
Saturday, June 8, 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Library
Celebrate Pokemon Go Community day every month. The library gym will have a lure placed on it by staff. There will be Pokemon-themed giveaways while supplies last! Call Jonathan at 219-873-3045 for more information.
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Story Time
Wednesdays, June 12, 19 & 26, 10:00 am
Library Meeting Room
Children and their grown-ups will enjoy stories, songs, and crafts during this time designed for parent/guardian and child interaction. Please arrive a few minutes early to receive a name tag. For ages birth-5 years, with an adult.
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Amazing & Funny Magic of Steven Kellogg
Thursday, June 20, 10:00 am
Library
Join us as we celebrate the kick-off of the Summer Reading Program with Steven Kellogg’s comedy magic show! Bring the entire family to this jaw-dropping and hysterically funny event.
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1,000 Books before Kindergarten
Register at any time for this free program designed to promote language development and a love of reading in young children. Your child will receive a special surprise (choice of an age-appropriate book or CD) for each set of 100 books that are read to them (or that they read on their own). For children ages birth through entering kindergarten.
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NoveList K-8 Plus
Expert reading recommendations from NoveList help younger readers find just the right book. NoveList K-8 Plus includes fiction and nonfiction titles. Find book recommendations based on authors, titles, series, genre, or subject areas. Also includes book reviews, picture book extenders, book discussion guides, book talks, award winners, Lexile reading levels, & more! Log in with your library card number. Don’t have a library card? Sign up now to get an eCard.
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Play + Learn Websites
Find games, videos, educational activities, scouting information, and more at these cool sites.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8!
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Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street Michigan City, Indiana 46360 219-873-3044mclib.org/ |
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