Kids, STEM

STEM Kit: KEVA Architect

Mar 30, 2021

Another week, another Children's Department STEM kit! This week we are featuring a kit that seems very simple. KEVA planks are simple, but because they are so precise, what you can build with them ranges from easy towers to complex, rotating...

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Kids, STEM

STEM Kit: Rainbow Blocks

Mar 17, 2021

Over the next few months, the library will feature one of our new Children's STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) kits every week. This week's kit is Rainbow Blocks! If you have a young builder, this kit is for you! This kit is perfect...

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We Have Three New STEM Books For You To Explore!

Dec 18, 2020

Hello, Families! Miss Julie here to bring you news of an exciting new trio of books that just arrived from the Mysteries of Space series. These books are perfect for the child that is fascinated by space science and needs something that digs deeper...

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New STEAM Program, DIY Gingerbread Houses

Dec 2, 2020

Calling all kids who love to design buildings with candy, frosting, and graham crackers! Are you in a competitive mood this year? Then we have the perfect activity for you.Come to Curbside Pickup starting December 5 to get your supply packs full of...

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New STEAM Interview With Tania Nezrick from Kishwaukee College!

Nov 11, 2020

The Children's Department is thrilled to introduce you to Tania Nezrick from Kishwaukee College's Biology Department. Read on for some fantastic advice on how to achieve your goals and some great reading suggestions that are highlighted with blue...

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The Children’s Department Wraps Up a Fun September

Oct 3, 2020

Despite our current pandemic situation, the Children's Department has still been able to provide our area's children and families with some fun activities to keep them safe, busy, and learning all month long. Between story times, virtual crafts and...

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STEAM Interview with Dr. Wesley Swingley from NIU!

Sep 10, 2020

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 where do...

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STEAM Interview with Professor Duvall from NIU!

Aug 26, 2020

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 enhance your own...

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STEAM Challenge # 6: Solar Cooker

Aug 25, 2020

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 of all ages (K-12th grade) to learn about...

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STEAM Challenge #5: Pet Worms aka Vermicompost

Aug 6, 2020

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. Parents, this could be a good...

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