News for Elementary Schools
October 2017
Featured Event: Field Trip + Lego WeDo 2.0 Kits

The third graders at Hunting Ridge Elementary School came to the Palatine Library last month for a tour and to try out our new Lego WeDo 2.0 Kits. They build a rover named Milo with motors and sensors. Schedule your field trip today by emailing Lupe Colin at gcolin@palatinelibrary.org
 
Pamphlet with our Field Trip Information: Resources for Teachers and Students Brochure.pdf
 
 
Guadalupe Colin, Librarian
Palatine Public Library District
700 N. North Ct.  •  Palatine, IL 60067  •  847.358.5881 x108
Teacher Resources: palatinelibrary.org/teachers
 
 
 
Events for your Students
 
Ozobot Bowling Tournament
Tuesday, Oct 10 2017, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Learn to code by programming Ozobot, a tiny and easy-to-use robot, to knock down miniature bowling pins. Grades 3-6. Sign up.
 
Let's Play Chess
Thursday, Oct 12 2017, 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Drop in to learn the game of chess from international chess master Arjun Vishnuvardhan. All skill levels welcome. Grades 2-12. Drop in.
 
On Our Shelves for You
STEAM makers : fostering creativity and innovation in the elementary classroom
by Jacie Maslyk

Go beyond theory and learn how to systematically integrate STEAM and Maker spaces that prepare students for real-world experiences. This engaging resource outlines step-by-step processes to help anyone start their STEAM and Maker journey.
Programming awesome apps
by Heather Lyons

With simple text, vibrant imagery, and fun activities, this book teaches young readers how to program their own apps. With a focus on problem-solving and helping one another, this book is a great introduction to important coding concepts.
Palatine Public Library District
700 N. North Court
Palatine, Illinois 60067
847-358-5881
www.palatinelibrary.org