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Youth Services
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1000 Books Before Kindergarten
1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a Library program that encourages all families and caregivers to read at least 1000 books with their young children before they enter Kindergarten. Reading to preschool-age children builds vocabulary, language skills, and helps prepare them with the skills they need for Kindergarten.
In as little as 15 minutes a day, families can build the skills for future school and life success.
How does 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten work?
Getting Started - Pick up a free 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Log at Oxford Public Library. Any child aged 0-5 can participate.
Track Your Reading - Each time your child listens to a book, record it in your reading log.
Show Us Your Reading Logs - Each time you and your child reach a milestone bring in your reading log and collect your prize. Read 1,000 books before kindergarten and your child will receive a free book of their very own.
*Thank you to the Oxford Library Friends for helping sponsor this program.*
STEAM Explorers (Grades 4 and 5)
Join Ms. Jane for a fun STEAM activity. Each participant will
have their own table and supplies to maintain social distancing. Registration is required. Register in person, online at www.MiOPL. org or by phone at (248) 628-3034.
January: Learning to write Braille
Session 1: Monday, January 11, 6:30 p.m. Session 2: Wednesday, January 13, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required and begins December 28, 2020
Join us to discover how Braille language was developed. We’re going to learn about Louis Braille the inventor
of this language for the blind that allows them to enjoy books independently. We’ll make our own Braille stylus and write some words and look at some of the Braille children’s books we have here at the library.
February: Light-Up Valentines
Session 1: Monday, February 8, 6:30 p.m. Session 2: Wednesday, February 10, 6:30 p.m. Registration is required and begins
January 18, 2021
We’ll be making valentine’s that light up! With two different card designs we’ll create simple circuits to light a LED
light bulb on these fun valentines.
Take and Make Crafts & STEAM Activities
Pick up craft or STEAM kits in the lobby while supplies last. Kits will be available bi-monthly. Check our website for details.
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