Taking it Into OverDrive! Find Great Reads for Kids Stuck at Home
It can be tough to be stuck inside, especially for kids. They still have school, but with extracurricular activities and social lives being canceled, they have plenty of free time to fill. Luckily, it’s super easy to find new children’s…
Mrs. C’s Virtual Book Talk: “Dragon Slippers” by Jessica Day George
Book Information Genre: Fantasty (Juvenile Fiction) First Released: 2007 Part of a Series?: Yes, it’s the first in a three-book series. Synopsis: “Creel can’t believe her aunt wants to sacrifice her to the local dragon. It’s a ploy to lure…
Using Your Library from Home
Even though we are closed until further notice and American citizens are being asked to stay in their homes for the next few weeks, you can still use your library from the comfort of your own home! If you have…
The Benefits of Creative Play
Thanks to the Friends of Fountaindale, the Children’s Services Department has been able to add some new toys to our department: a play kitchen, doll house and an imagination station that can be used as a puppet theater or a…
Mrs. C’s Book Talks (2019–2020)
Mrs. C visits Bolingbrook schools throughout the year to give book talks to the students. The books below are her picks for the 2019–2020 school year. If you see something you like, click the item’s picture to find it on…
Kindness Day 2020
Spreading kindness can have a positive impact on a person’s life and inspire others—especially our youth—to share joy and be kind to one another. Join us for our second annual Kindness Day on Saturday, May 16 from 1 to 4 p.m. for…
Día de los Niños Celebration 2020
El Día de los Niños/El Día de los Libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, is a nationally recognized celebration that emphasizes the importance of literacy for children of all linguistic and cultural backgrounds. It is a commitment to…
Spring Break in Children Services
Spring is taking over our Children Services Department Monday, March 30 through Friday, April 3. Join us every day for drop-in crafts from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and these special events for the whole family! Lunchtime Movies (Drop in)…
New Dolls Celebrating Diversity and Careers
We’ve added new dolls and accessories to our doll collection! Meet Joss, American Girl of the Year 2020, take home new fashionista dolls, discover our new diversity dolls and more! New American Girl: Joss Kendrick Joss Kendrick is the newest…
Celebrating Black History Month
We’ve put together a lineup of events and recommendations to help you celebrate Black History Month. Discover the history behind the Pullman maids and porters, enjoy a special storytime and craft based on The Stuff of Stars by Marion Dane…