Do you love Legos? Well, so does Dr. Swingley! Read on to find out all about astrobiology, microbes, and the great kinds of books that Dr. Swingley loves to read. What is your name? Wesley Swingley What is your job title and ...
Do you know what a botanist does? This week, The Children's Department is delighted to welcome Dr. Duvall from NIU's Biology Department, so keep reading to find out more about what a botanist studies, and get some reading ideas to ...
Let's take advantage of our August summer sun and cook some food! Sunlight is very powerful. Using a solar cooker, we can use some of that solar energy to heat up some food! This is a great project for kids ...
Did you know you can raise worms AND they can make compost for your garden? This project can take a while (worms are garden superheroes, but they are slow superheroes), so start now to get ready for next spring. ...
This week, the DKPL Children's Department would like to extend a warm welcome to Dr. Chris Hill, Assistant Professor of Biomechanics at NIU. If you have ever wondered how the brain makes your body work, then read on to ...
Do you miss the library's in-person events and story times? We're happy to announce that during August and September the library has partnered with the DeKalb Park District to bring live outdoor programs to the community! From story times to ...
Hello, Lego enthusiasts! Miss Julie here, with the August Lego challenge. No, it actually doesn't have to do with llamas... I just love the Llama, Llama books, and I also love to rhyme. But, this month is all ...
The Children's Department warmly welcomes Dr. Jennifer Koop this week, and thanks her for this fascinating interview. We hope you enjoy reading all about Dr. Koop's research and her favorite books as much as we did. And... wait ...
This week we will be reading a story about Anna and Elsa, and their frozen, icy antics in the castle! Come join us for Anna and Elsa’s Secret Playtime, written by Victoria Saxon, Illustrated by the Disney Storybook Art Team, and published by Penguin Random House. ...
Have you ever wondered what an anthropologist does? Perhaps you have an interest in lemurs? Then you will love this week's interview. The Children’s Department would like to issue a warm welcome to Dr. Mitch Irwin, Professor of Anthropology at ...
September 25, 2020
Need a New Car?
September 23, 2020
Great Resources to Supplement Your Home Learning Adventure, Part 2
September 22, 2020
NIU Nursing Students Offer Perspectives on Mental and Physical Health
September 22, 2020
Library Hosts Mind Games Virtual Event
