Public Libraries

Unlock kids' creativity with episodes about origami, bookmaking, beavers, and more inspirations.

A brief history of doughnuts, tips for burgeoning bread bakers, and more inspirations to get kids cooking.

Things to bear in mind when your library re-opens for programming: Opportunities for self-expression, games, and makerspaces are a draw. Anything school-like is not. 

The partnership benefits the New Jersey students, who are learning accessible design and to create with empathy and imagination, as well as the blind and visually-impaired kids, who not only get to play the games but have a voice in the process.

As part of SLJ’s Tech Trends series of webcasts in cooperation with ISTE, a panel of experts discussed makerspace learning and offered guidance on how to create and design an effective program. 

These services meet the needs of children and families across the country, with programming ranging from robotics to summer meals to ever-popular reading challenges.

The organizer of  popular all-ages summer STEAM and maker programs shares expertise on planning, staff training, and activities.

More logged minutes mean more donated books in this year's Scholastic summer reading challenge; Mystery Writers of America's Edgar Awards announced; Library of Congress puts rare Chinese books online; and more in this edition of NewsBites.

Take inspiration from these creative librarians and other crafters this holiday season. Video: How to make a folded magazine Christmas tree.