Storyhours will return in January 2009.  In the meantime, check out our Storyhour page!

Visit Our Youth Services Blogs

Ms. Deb's Blog
Looking for easy crafts, recommendations for picture books and junior fiction, and maybe even some bad jokes? Visit Ms. Deb's blog!

Ms. Dee's Blog
Keep up to date with the latest news in programs just for kids at the Library!

Ms. Sarah's Blog
Discover all of kinds of great new books and fun websites for kids, cool craft projects, reading readiness activities, things to do in Chicago with kids, websites for parents and teachers, books used in storytime, and much much more. There's even a special report from Sarah's puppy (pictured) on Sophie's Dog Blog!

and   Ms. Sherry's Blog
Explore the Library's collection of children's DVDs, learn about the latest Peek-A-Book titles, and more!

Winter 2009 Programs

Book Discussion Groups

The Parent Child Book Discussion Group meets the first Thursday of each month.  4th - 6th graders and their caregivers are invited to join.

New this year is the multigenerational group, Crossovers.  For ages 11 - 111, this group will meet four times a year to discuss books that all ages will find engaging.

SD 153 Art Reflections

The Library is proud to announce the annual Reflection Art Show featuring the amazing talents of grade school children from School District 153.  An open house  featuring cookies and punch will be held March 14 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.  Bundle up your family and come to the library to enjoy the awesome creativity of our local children.

Field Days

Field Days is a hands-on learning experience that brings the wonders of the Field Museum to you!  You must register for each month's program at the Youth Desk or by phone.  This program is for 3rd-6th graders.

Art Club

Feeling creative?  Want to ban those winter blues?  Come to Art Club!  Past projects have included collage, painting, and holiday pop-up cards.  This program, which meets monthly, is for 3rd-6th graders.  No pre-registration is necessary.

Patch Club

Patch Club continues through May, 2009.

Peek-A-Book

Peek-A-Book is a new interactive touchscreen system that inspires children to explore books in new ways.

With headphones on, children are introduced to books by Billy the Bookworm who tells children what part of the screen to touch to activate one of 6 special rotating book presentations. We're currently showcasing: Bugs for Lunch, Hello Ocean, Trucks: Whizz! Zoom! Rumble!, Madeline in London, What Are You So Grumpy About?, and You Read To Me, I'll Read To You.

Special thanks to the Friends of the Homewood Public Library for funding this popular addition to our colorful kids area!

Youth Services Display Case

If you would like to put your favorite collection in the display case, fill out a form at the Youth Services desk.  Stop by to check out other kids' collections!

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