March is National Nutrition Month, and this is the perfect time to learn more about nutrition and examine how our bodies process different types of food and use them for fuel! Maintaining a balanced diet is essential for strong and healthy muscles, [...]
What’s black and white and red all over? A zebra eating strawberry jelly, of course! Zebras are majestic animals that come from Africa, so unless you go to a zoo, you might not ever get to see one! We love zebras, and [...]
Ingredients Needed: Serves 2 Spoon Milk Drinking glass Jug Basil/Chia Seeds Water Sugar (as needed) Ice Cubes Rooh Afza Syrup If you have never been in 116-degree Fahrenheit weather, good for [...]
Hi Friends! The winter season officially began on December 21st. We’ve put together a list of winter-themed picture books. So grab a cup of warm cocoa, relax, and read! *CCPL Staff picks are chosen by CCPL staff members [...]
Did you know that we go through our everyday lives using ingenious inventions made by African American inventors? To celebrate Black History Month this year, we are going to learn about some of these inventors and innovators who have contributed so much [...]
February is Black History Month! Black history is American history - the inventions, innovations, and contributions of Black people and Black culture are important to the foundation of our nation and what it offers to its people. This Black History Month, let’s acknowledge [...]
In the mid-1900s, eagles were on the endangered species list due to habitat loss and hunting. Amazingly, we have brought them back from the fringe of extinction! Today, there is a large, thriving population of eagles across the United States. There are [...]
Calling all dessert lovers! The winter season is the perfect time to gather together as a family and bake your favorite treats. December 8 was National Brownie Day, January 22 is National Blonde Brownie Day (also known as “blondies”), and soon, February [...]
January 2nd is National Science Fiction Day! Science fiction books are fun and inventive, perfect for adventurous readers. They can include robots, dystopian worlds, space and time travel, and even superpowers! Here is a list of fun middle-grade books that will get [...]
