LIBRARY INSIDER
Need to Know:
Introducing Read-Aloud Books
We have a brand new collection of books that read themselves! Each book has a speaker built in to the cover so that kids (or anyone learning to read) can hear the words out loud as they turn pages.
You can check out two at a time. Pick them up in the Youth section at your favorite branch, or head to our catalog and search read-aloud books to place your hold!
Featured Program:
Calling All Creators:
Creative Arts Summit applications are open!
Apply to show your creative work at LCPL's upcoming Creative Arts Summit! The summit will take place May 21 from noon to 4 PM at Merrillville Branch. We're looking for artists, musicians, writers, and other creators of all kinds to join us in a celebration of the arts.
Network with other creators, sell to the public, and showcase your work! Spaces are limited and applications close March 25. Go to www.lcplin.org/cas for more details and to apply.
See what else is happening at the library!
From the Stacks:
Staff Recommends: The Bob's Burgers Burger Book
Assistant librarian Garrick gave a Bob's Burgers recipe a try! Check out his review, then check out the cookbook to try your hand at a real recipe for a joke burger.
Have You Tried HeritageQuest Online?
Explore your family history with records from several sources, including the Freedman's Bank, a valuable resource for tracing African American ancestors.
You Asked, We Answered!
Question: How do I sign up for the free books from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library?
Answer: We're delighted you want to participate in Dolly Parton's Imagination Library through LCPL! Any child under age 5 living in an LCPL school district is eligible.
There are three ways to apply. Pick the one most convenient for you:
1: Print an application and return it to any branch, or scan and email it to imagine@lcplin.org
2: Pick up an application at any LCPL branch.
3: Call us at (219) 769-3541 ext 308 to apply over the phone.
That's it! We look forward to sending your child books.
Learn more about our partnership with Imagination Library
Kids' Skill-Building Books:
Mouse's First Valentine by Lauren Thompson, illustrated by Buket Erdogan
Skills:
• Background Knowledge
• Narrative Skills
• Vocabulary
Practices:
• Talking
• Writing
Extend the book with a valentine craft!
Shapes and Colors by John Canty
Skills:
• Vocabulary
• Background Knowledge
• Narrative Skills
Practices:
• Talking
• Playing
Extend the Book with sorting activity!
How does TALKING help my child get ready to read?
Lake County Public Library
1919 W 81st Ave
Merrillville, IN
(219) 769-3541www.lcplin.org