Bubbleology @ NORTHFORD PARK
Explore the world of bubbles with RWA on Monday June 30 at 10:30AM. We’ll answer questions like, “How big can you make a bubble?” and “What shape is a bubble?” We’ll make bubbles all shapes and sizes! Remember to register in case of rain.
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Upcoming Events
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Join us at the Atwater Library for our Summer Reading Kick-Off! We will have music, bounce houses, games, crafts, and summer reading sign-ups.
Our theme this year is Color Our World!
Family Event!
No Registration Needed!
1:00pm - 3:30pm View DetailsChristine's Critters: Endangered Species
Christine's Critters will showcase the incredible success stories of species like the Peregrine Falcon, and also talk about the challenges that many birds and reptiles still face today. From habitat loss to climate change, there’s so much happening in the world of wildlife conservation. Get ready to explore both the victories and the work still ahead.
Registration is not required.
In the event of rain, this program will be held at the Smith Library.
Note: This program contains live animals.
10:30am - 11:30am View DetailsWacky Wildlife
Calling all animal lovers! Come to the library to learn about TOUCANS and to make your own toucan to take home!
Recommended for ages 6-11 years.
Registration required.
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World Book Dramatic Learning
Where creativity, imagination and learning meet! Access a robust collection of popular plays with everything needed to put on a production. Educators will love the lesson plans and extended learning pieces that help students become more fluent readers, understand core concepts, and internalize content.
World Book Student
Upper Elementary & Middle School. Multi-media articles with high-interest, readable content. Primary sources, “Behind the Headlines” summarized current events, Timelines database, over 10,000 Biographies, citation builder, recommended websites, educator tools and printable graphic organizers.
World Book Kids
Elementary School. Elementary age-appropriate articles that are easy-to-read with image-driven navigation and designed to build confidence and encourage creativity. Includes WebQuests, compare & contrast tools, biographies, inquiry-based activities, citations, educator tools and lesson plans.
World Book Early Learning
Preschool & Early Elementary. For pre & emergent readers learning the fundamentals of reading and writing. Enforces early childhood curriculum with 350+ fiction / nonfiction read-aloud stories including fairy tales and nursery rhymes, printable activities and matching and tracing games. Includes short nonfiction videos with educator lessons & disguised learning activities.
Coolmath
Launched by a math teacher in 1997, Coolmath4Kids is an amusement park of math, games, and more, designed to teach math and make it FUN, for ages 12 and under.
Connecticut History
ConnecticutHistory.org connects you to the people, traditions, innovations & events making up the rich history of the Nutmeg State, through primary source images, documents, and objects.
Khan Academy Kids
Khan Academy Kids makes learning fun with thousands of educational games, books, and activities that inspire a lifetime of learning and discovery for children ages 2-8. Explore math games, spelling activities, digital books, and more. Kids can learn reading, phonics, writing, and social-emotional development through fun educational games and lessons.
PBS Kids
PBS Kids makes learning fun and safe with over 250 educational games and videos from favorite shows, including Daniel Tiger, Wild Kratts, Rosie’s Rules, Curious George and more!
