Earth Day is always on the same day every year, April 22nd. Earth Day is all about protecting the environment and figuring out what we can do to help. Every year, a unique theme addresses a topic of concern. This year, the [...]
Growing up…. I disliked okra… I really did. The ooey, gooey slime from cutting the okra…🤢My sister loved it, and when it was cooked in my house, I asked my Ami to make an alternative meal just for me (she said “no,” [...]
The International Board of Books on Young People awards the Hans Christian Andersen Award every other year to notable illustrators and authors! This is one such year. The award is a great way to learn about creators of international children’s books. Here [...]
Materials Needed: Single sheet paper Ruler Pencil Tape Straw Scissors A LOT OF SPACE! Directions: Calling all future pilots! Looking at the image above, write down some hypotheses about whether this object [...]
Butterflies are amazing creatures that can be found pretty much everywhere and in every color. March 14th is National Learn About Butterflies Day, so keep reading to celebrate with us! *CCPL Staff picks are chosen by CCPL staff members [...]
Let’s go fly a kite up to the highest height and send it soaring… Pardon me while I sing a favorite song from the movie Mary Poppins. It’s March, and since March is known to be windy, it is a great time [...]
Hi, Friends! The winter season officially began on December 21st. We’ve put together a list of winter-themed picture books. Grab a cup of warm cocoa, relax, and read! Out Cold by Ryan T. Higgins "The [...]
February 2, 2024, is National Hedgehog Day. Learn about these fascinating animals, enjoy fun books, and create a hedgehog craft. Facts Hedgehogs have a cute name that matches their habits. The ‘hedge’ part of their name comes from [...]
Welcome to February! February is Black History Month. The idea of Black History Month came about in 1926 when Carter G. Woodson made it a point to designate a specific time for people to learn more about Black history and celebrate that [...]
It is officially winter, the tree branches are bare, and there is a chill in the air; perhaps it is even cold enough to snow. February is National Bake for Family Fun Month - this is the perfect time of year [...]
