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Autumn Programs Incoming!After a pause of a few weeks, children’s programming returns at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, with both Homeschool Class and Storytime!
More fall programming for children will arrive in September! From a new Art Club to CrafterNoons, there is a lot to get excited about. Stay tuned for more details and be sure to check the children’s web page on the library’s website occasionally. |
Going to the Library
There is still some summer left! Use this guide from PBS Kids to make the most of your visits to the Syracuse Public Library.
From what to do before, during, and after visiting the library, this guide gets kids involved in reading. |
Regular Monthly Programs
Homeschool Class 2024-2510:30 a.m. Each Wednesday (starting Aug. 14)
Homeschool Class is back in session! This year classes will be aimed at grades 1-3. Miss Rebekah leads this program and often has hands-on projects for children to complete. August’s classes will tentatively feature:
Storytime10:30 a.m. Each Wednesday (starting Aug. 14)
Storytime is perfect for preschoolers! Enjoy stories and play while learning the alphabet, signs in American Sign Language and some Spanish. Art Club**REGISTRATION FOR THIS SESSION IS FULL!**
4 p.m. Each Monday (starting Sept. 16)
Sign up for Art Club in the children's department. Space is limited to 15 participants. This session of Art Club will use paper mache to create masks! |
CrafterNoon4 p.m. Each Tuesday (starting Sept. 3)
Children can flex their crafter's muscles every Tuesday at the library. Crafting projects include:
Monthly Weird History Club2 p.m. Every Second Thursday (Starting Sept. 12)
Children (Grades 4 and above) can join Miss Sarah for an exploration of weird history topics each month. History will come to life as children learn that sometimes fact is indeed stranger than fiction. Each session will also include a hands-on project. Topics include:
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2024 Reading Prompts for Children!Adults shouldn't have all the fun, so there are now reading prompt bookmarks for children! A limited supply is available in the children's department for you to pick up during your next library visit. You can also click the button below to download the PDF and print your own.
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Latest News
TALK: Text and Learn
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TALK: Text and Learn for Kindergarten is a text messaging service. It sends developmentally leveled activity suggestions based on the five Every Child Ready to Read practices to parents and caregivers with children 5 and
under. TALK: Text and Learn for Kindergarten sends two text messages each week suggesting activities that parents and caregivers can easily incorporate into daily routines with their children. The service also notifies parents of free activities and services at the library. TALK is available to parents and caregivers in Michigan and Indiana with children ages 5 and under, and officially launched in Syracuse in January 2024. Parents can sign up by texting TALK to 75547 or visiting www.textandlearn.org. |
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
It's never been easier to read 1,000 books before kindergarten! The Syracuse Public Library has introduced sticker sheets to track reading, instead of the sheet requiring titles to be written down. Download the sheet here or pick up one from the children's desk. Stickers are available for pick up as well!
Just read one book a night, you will have read 365 per year. The child will receive a small prize or a book for every 100 books read!
Just read one book a night, you will have read 365 per year. The child will receive a small prize or a book for every 100 books read!
Internet Safety for Children
The internet can be hard to navigate for adults, let alone for children. Google has created Be Internet Awesome to help teach children to avoid scams, false information, and nefarious players. The Be Internet Awesome site features information for parents and educators to share with children to keep them safe. Children will also enjoy the games on the website, which include spreading kindness online and avoiding phishers. Check out this great resource today!
