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Youth Services
What do you geek? This April, we want to know what your favorite things to have, make or do are! Stop by the Children's Department and pick up a (paper) t-shirt to decorate and tell the whole library what you geek!
Congratulations!
The winners of our March is Reading Month Bookmark contest have been chosen! The winners are:
Click on the links above to view their artwork. Congratulations Madeline and Samantha on your beautiful and creative bookmarks!
 TumbleBookLibrary
TumbleBookLibrary is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach young children the joys of reading in a format they'll love. Just click on the the TumbleBooks icon to get started!
Spring Storytimes
Storytimes will return in September. Don't miss out on any summer fun - join one of our Summer Reading programs!
Spring Special Events
All special events are FREE and require registration. You can register in person @ the Children's Desk or by phone at 313-531-5960, ext. 105. Preschoolers attending any program MUST be accompanied by an adult.
 Children's Book Week Contest
May 7 - 13
Who lost her glass slipper? Who was that little man with the funny name? Stop by the Children's Department and test how well you know your famous fairy tales and folklore. Join the fun for your chance to win a prize!
Paws for Reading Expands for Summer!
Have your kids been eager to read to a dog but your Saturdays are just too busy? This summer, we're expanding our popular program to include weekday time slots! Beginning readers through fifth grade (with their parent) are invited to sign up at the Children's Desk. Choose to share a story with either Molly, a wonderful Old English Sheepdog, or Billy Flynn, an amazing black Labrador. These twenty minute sessions are the perfect opportunity to practice and become a better reader in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Sign up today; Molly and Billy Flynn are waiting for you!
We ask that parents or guardians register in person at the Children's Desk and sign a permission slip stating that the child participating in the program has no known allergies. All dogs are insured through the organization. You will find sign up sheets with available times and pictures of the dogs at the Children's Desk. Due to space limitations, we regret that we may be unable to offer repeat sessions.
Redford Readers Book Group
1 2 3 BOOKS! Group
The Redford Readers Book Group and the 1-2-3 Books! Group will return in September 2012! Keep reading this summer and join us for tons of fun and activities. Read to win prizes, and meet goals to be invited to our HUGE End-of-Summer-Reading party. We can't wait to see to see you this summer!
Knitting and Crocheting
Knitting and Crocheting will have a special guest instructor for June, July and August! Redford resident Marti Bush is working on certification for mastery of needle arts and will be publishing a knitting pattern book next year. Marti is accustomed to teaching advanced techniques and will show and tell with some of her advanced knitting tools. (She also teaches crochet.)
Everyone ages 8 through adult is invited to attend. Registration is requred. Adults, please register for these classes at the Children's Desk or by calling (313) 531-5960, ext. 105.
Meets on the following Saturday mornings from 11 am - 1 pm
Reading Lists
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Accelerated Reader List Fisher Elementary
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- Accelerated Reader List Vandenberg Elementary
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Youth Links
- 2010 African American Book List: This bibliography provides a selected list of books by and/or about African Americans.
- ActivityTV: Find lots of fun activities for kids, with video instructions and printables. Crafts, Magic, Puppets, Science, and more!
- Catch the Science Bug: Awarded the 2010 Parents' Choice Silver Honor given to excellent products that are designed to entertain and aid in child development.
- Color with LEO: Leo, a young Leonardo da Vinci, guides kids through interactive games and activities as they learn the principles of art and other vital educational skills.
- National Zoological Park: Smithsonian Zoo site with games and live animal web cams.
- Prongo.com: Games, jokes, and puzzles by age group.
- SI Kids: Sports Illustrated for Kids, an up-to-the-minute, fun, safe environment for kids.
- The Stacks: Book related games and author interviews.
- The Story Home: Amateurs read stories online for kids to listen to. Some are originals, many are published stories.
- Stop Bullying.gov: Information from various government agencies on how kids, teens, young adults, parents, educators and others in the community can prevent or stop bullying.
- Take Me Fishing: A fun and educational fishing experience just for kids.
- UpToTen: Over 1000 age-appropriate kids games (ages zero to ten) that are ideal for early learning.
- WebRangers: National Parks site for kids.
- Yucky - Discovery Kids: Gross science stuff.
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