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STEM Kit: Adding & Subtracting 1
We've got several kits on counting, now let's combine and take away those numbers! If you have a child who is just beginning to add and subtract, we have a kit with hand-on, fun practice. Actually seeing quantities combine and subtract is a ... READ MORE
Library to Host Autism Acceptance Week
The library will host events and informational booths from Monday, June 6 through Saturday, June 11 as part of Autism Acceptance Week! This initiative is partnership with the Friends of the Library, RAMP, Westside Children's Therapy, and the ... READ MORE
Read Beyond the Beaten Path, Summer Reading to Begin in May
Picnics, outdoor games, bike rides and walks... all activities we're looking forward to with Summer right around the corner. But, don't forget about Summer Reading at the library! Summer Reading will begin on Wednesday, May 25, and go ... READ MORE
AAPI Heritage Month Reads for Teens
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Celebrate and learn with one of these great reads. Love from A to Z (2019) by S.K. Ali Find at DKPL: Request It Find on ... READ MORE
Library to Bring Back 8 Countries in 1 Day Event, Looking for Sponsorships
Looking for food, music, crafts, and activities from countries you've perhaps never visited? The DeKalb Public Library is pleased to announce that we will hold "8 Countries in 1 Day" on Saturday, September 17, from 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. This ... READ MORE
Virtual Event: Title IX, Legislation that Gave Women Equal Educational Access
Until 1972, sexual discrimination against women in college and university studies was legal. Women could be denied educational opportunities. Patsy Mink, Edith Green, Birch Bayh, Ted Stevens, and Richard Nixon changed that. Congresswomen ... READ MORE
Birds and Butterflies: Arts and Crafts to Celebrate Spring
Spring is officially here! Check out our spring-themed mural (pictured above) created by local artist Chris Perkovich in the Story & Activity Room in the Children's Department of our library. Then celebrate the season by making spring ... READ MORE
Get Your Award Winners Here!
"Each year the American Library Association honors books, videos, and other outstanding materials for children and teens. Recognized worldwide for the high quality they represent, the ALA Youth Media Awards, guide parents, educators, ... READ MORE
STEM Kit: Patterns & Estimating
The Children's Department newest STEM kit is all about estimating amounts and finding and creating patterns! This kit contains: Tangram set plus 60 pattern cards Pattern Play set with idea cards Great Estimations book Patterns at ... READ MORE
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