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Women's History Month for PreK-3
Posted 02/22/21 by Ann H
March is Women's History month and is a great time to discover and celebrate women and their many contributions throughout history.
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Presidents' Day for Grades PreK-3
Posted 02/10/21 by Morgan R
President’s Day is celebrated on the third Monday of February. It was originally a celebration of George Washington, the first president, but now it is a celebration for all presidents.
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100th Day of School for PreK-3
Posted 02/09/21 by Ann H
Celebrate 100 days of learning!
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Animal Hibernation for PreK-3
Posted 01/06/21 by Morgan R
What happens to certain animals during the Winter? Some hibernate- they stay in their homes and rest during the cold Winter months.
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Snowy Days for PreK-3
Posted 01/05/21 by Morgan R
What do you like to do when there’s a snowy day? Do you make forts, have a snowball fight, or snuggle up to read?
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Caldecott Winners for PreK-3
Posted 01/05/21 by Morgan R
The Caldecott Medal is given to one children's picture book a year. The award winners are announced every January.
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Spread Kindness for PreK-3
Posted 11/23/20 by School Engagement
Even small acts of kindness can change the world.
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Better Together for PreK-3
Posted 11/23/20 by School Engagement
Explore our differences and similarities. What makes you special? What does community mean?
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Elections & Voting for PreK-3
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Read-Watch-Do! - Learn about elections and voting with these eBooks, movies and activities.
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Stay Healthy for PreK-3
Posted 10/14/20 by School Engagement
Learn about germs and how doctors help keep us healthy with these eBooks, movies and activities. Use your Library card and PIN to access these resources.
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Fire Safety Month
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Learn about fire safety and the work firefighters do with these ebooks, movies and activities.
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Apples
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Learn about the life cycle of apples and the story of Johnny Appleseed with these ebooks, movies and activities.
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Autumn Leaves
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Weekly Themed Digital Resource Collection for grades PreK-3. Learn why leaves change color in the fall with these ebooks, movies and activities.
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