Children’s Blog Posts
Taste of the Tundra
What and where is the tundra? The Arctic tundra is a cold, rocky, dry habitat found mainly in the northern parts of Canada, Alaska, Greenland, and Siberia. The two main types are [...]
The Science of Snow
Brrrr, the trees are bare, and there is a chill in the air ~ winter is already here. January is a time for families to gather together as the weather turns cold. [...]
Pet dogs – loveable, fun, cute and sometimes a handful!
Ever wonder what your dog is thinking, if he dreams while sleeping or why she insists on jumping up on people? Read on to find out and enjoy some dog-themed shows from [...]
New Year, New Sleuths!
Celebrate the New Year and start a new mystery series! These series are great for those venturing into chapter books for the first time and have further adventures for sleuths to read. [...]
Exploring the Stacks: A New Year & a Better You!
January always feels like a natural moment to reset and look ahead, offering a fresh start and new opportunities. As we turn the page to a new year, it's the perfect time [...]
Winter Folklore Books
As we dive into the colder winter months, we look to stories to provide an open world for us to explore beyond our cozy, warm homes. With folklore, we look to these stories [...]
Children’s Resources
Resources for COVID-19
- A Kids Book about COVID-19 (Free Download)
- CDC/Coronavirus
- Coping During Covid: A Short Series
- Coronavirus – A Book For Children (Free Download)
- COVID-19 Legal Information and Resources
- COVID-19 Time Capsule (Free Download)
- Resources for Families During the Coronavirus
- Resources for Non-Profits During COVID-19
- Tech Tips for Parents during COVID-19
Story Time & Read Aloud Resources
Homework/School Assistance
- Brainfuse (Homework Help)
- STEM at home (Maryland STEM Festival)
- Wide Open School (instructional support from CommonSensemedia)
Events and Activity Suggestions