Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Library Closed Thanksgiving
The Meade County Public Library will close Thursday, November 26th for Thanksgiving Day. We will reopen Friday, November 27th at 9:00 a.m. Happy Thanksgiving!
Tuesday, November 25, 2008
11/25 Story Hour
Theme: ThanksgivingBook: I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie by Alison Jackson
Flannelboard: Put together a turkey puzzle while singing our "Gobble, Gobble, Gobble" song
Craft: Make your own Thanksgiving meal! Kids cut out pictures of food from magazines and glued them on to paper plates to create delicious-looking feasts!
Activity: Help create a "Countdown to Christmas" paper chain that is now hanging in the Children's section.
See you on December 2nd when we will be making cards to send to our troops overseas!
Fingerplay of the Day
Five Little Pilgrims
Five little Pilgrims on Thanksgiving Day
(hold up hand and count off fingers with the rhyme)
The first one said, "I"ll have cake if I may."
The second one said, "I'll have turkey roasted."
The third one said, "I'll have chestnuts toasted."
The fourth one said, "I'll have pumpkin pie."
The fifth one said, "Oh, cranberries I spy."
But before the Pilgrims ate their turkey dressing,
They bowed their heads and said a Thanksgiving blessing.
Five little Pilgrims on Thanksgiving Day
(hold up hand and count off fingers with the rhyme)
The first one said, "I"ll have cake if I may."
The second one said, "I'll have turkey roasted."
The third one said, "I'll have chestnuts toasted."
The fourth one said, "I'll have pumpkin pie."
The fifth one said, "Oh, cranberries I spy."
But before the Pilgrims ate their turkey dressing,
They bowed their heads and said a Thanksgiving blessing.
Library Card
Your Meade County Public Library card opens the door to a world of information and entertainment. The library offers books, DVDs, CDs and videos for you to borrow to use and enjoy, with additional services available online through the library’s website.
We feel that the rights of our patrons to privacy and autonomy are of the utmost importance. In order to ensure accuracy, we ask that you present your library card whenever you want to check out materials. If you do not have your library card with you, staff will ask to see a photo I.D. This will prevent others from checking out materials under your name, which could possibly lead to unwanted fines. If you have misplaced your library card, please see a staff member at the front desk so they can reissue a new one.
Thank you for your cooperation!
Monday, November 24, 2008
Fingerplay of the Day
Run, Turkey, Run!
Five fat turkeys stand in a line. (Hold up fingers and thumb of one hand).
They wiggle their toes and are feeling fine. (Flip fingers back with base of palm extended. Wiggle baseof palm back and forth).
They look to the sky, (Raise hand and arm up “into the sky”).
They look to the ground. (Push hand and arm down “to the ground”).
Then they twist and turn and prance around. (Bring hand back to original position, twist aroundclockwise at the wrist, turn hand from side to side, andbounce it up and down). But they won't be prancing on Thanksgiving Day, (Child shakes his/her own head from side to side).
‘Cause when it comes, they’ll run away! (Quickly place hand behind back on the words “run away”).
(Place both hands up on either side of the head and wiggle them from side to side during the following chorus):
Run turkey, run.
Thanksgiving is fun.
It’s fun for most,
But not for the roast!
(Put one hand down to side. Keep other hand in position. Fold thumb into palm as the letter 5 is spoken. Pull down pointer finger as the letter 4 is spoken. This continues all the way down the line until the little finger is folded down as the letter 1 is spoken. If children have a hard time
folding their thumbs and fingers down, they can use their other hand to help in the process).
Five, four, three, two, one….
(Children have formed a fist. They will thrust that fist into the air each time the word “run” is said in the following)
So, run turkey,
Run turkey, RUN!
Five fat turkeys stand in a line. (Hold up fingers and thumb of one hand).
They wiggle their toes and are feeling fine. (Flip fingers back with base of palm extended. Wiggle baseof palm back and forth).
They look to the sky, (Raise hand and arm up “into the sky”).
They look to the ground. (Push hand and arm down “to the ground”).
Then they twist and turn and prance around. (Bring hand back to original position, twist aroundclockwise at the wrist, turn hand from side to side, andbounce it up and down). But they won't be prancing on Thanksgiving Day, (Child shakes his/her own head from side to side).
‘Cause when it comes, they’ll run away! (Quickly place hand behind back on the words “run away”).
(Place both hands up on either side of the head and wiggle them from side to side during the following chorus):
Run turkey, run.
Thanksgiving is fun.
It’s fun for most,
But not for the roast!
(Put one hand down to side. Keep other hand in position. Fold thumb into palm as the letter 5 is spoken. Pull down pointer finger as the letter 4 is spoken. This continues all the way down the line until the little finger is folded down as the letter 1 is spoken. If children have a hard time
folding their thumbs and fingers down, they can use their other hand to help in the process).
Five, four, three, two, one….
(Children have formed a fist. They will thrust that fist into the air each time the word “run” is said in the following)
So, run turkey,
Run turkey, RUN!
Thursday, November 20, 2008
Fingerplay of the Day
Fall Leaves
The trees are gently dropping,
Leaves onto the ground (flutter fingers down)
The flowers are all nodding,
Down and all around (turn around slowly)
The wind is blowing a chilly breeze (sway back and forth)
The birds are flying into the trees (flap arms like wings)
The trees are gently dropping,
Leaves onto the ground (flutter fingers down)
The flowers are all nodding,
Down and all around (turn around slowly)
The wind is blowing a chilly breeze (sway back and forth)
The birds are flying into the trees (flap arms like wings)
Lunch Book Discussion
Join us for our friendly and lively book discussion on Wednesday, December 17th at Noon. We will discuss The Friday Night Knitting Club by Kate Jacobs. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the front desk. Bring your lunch and a drink and we’ll provide dessert!
MCPL Quilting Group
Meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays Of Each Month
2:00 p.m., Library Annex
FREE!
All experience levels!
Learn how to quilt and meet new friends.
For more information contact the library at 422-2094.
Mother Daughter Book Club
This month we're reading The Princess Diaries by Meg Cabot. Copies of the book are available for checkout at the front desk of the library. We will meet Thursday, December 11th at 6:00 p.m. at the Main Street Café. Call the library at 422-2094 for more information.
Too much to do before the Holidays? Let MCPL help!
Thursday, December 18th, Library Annex
Holiday Gift Wrapping - 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Need to wrap some gifts away from prying eyes? Come to the MCPL Library Annex for an evening of gift wrapping and fun with friends. Bring your own supplies and we’ll provide you with a place to wrap gifts for family and friends
Cookie Swap-7:00 p.m.
Join us for our second annual Cookie Swap! Bring a batch of your favorite cookies and sample from all the other wonderful cookies. Bring 2 to 3 dozen cookies and their recipes. All cookies must contain an ingredient list for possible allergens.
Need to wrap some gifts away from prying eyes? Come to the MCPL Library Annex for an evening of gift wrapping and fun with friends. Bring your own supplies and we’ll provide you with a place to wrap gifts for family and friends
Cookie Swap-7:00 p.m.
Join us for our second annual Cookie Swap! Bring a batch of your favorite cookies and sample from all the other wonderful cookies. Bring 2 to 3 dozen cookies and their recipes. All cookies must contain an ingredient list for possible allergens.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Fingerplay of the Day
Autumn Leaves
Autumn Leaves are floating down,
(float arms and hands up and down)
They make a carpet on the ground.
Then swish, the wind comes whistling by,
(move arms to the side quickly)
And sends them dancing to the sky.
Autumn Leaves are floating down,
(float arms and hands up and down)
They make a carpet on the ground.
Then swish, the wind comes whistling by,
(move arms to the side quickly)
And sends them dancing to the sky.
November 18th Story Hour
Theme: Turkeys Book: The Perfect Thanksgiving by Eileen Spinelli
Craft: Make a hand turkey and decorate it with feathers
Activity: Play Goose, Goose, Turkey
Next week we will be reading I Know an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Pie and making our own Thanksgiving feasts! Hope to see you there!
We will be having short computer "how-to" sessions for those interested. They will be on Wednesday mornings at 10:00 a.m. Space is limited so please call for reservations at 270-422-2094. These are great for beginners or those experienced who just want to expand on their knowledge. If there is a particular area you would like covered in future sessions, please feel free to suggest!
December 3rd - Email basics
December 10th - Ebay basics
December 17th - Search engines
Tuesday, November 18, 2008
Fingerplay of the Day
Fee Fi Fo Fum
Fee, fie, fo fum (point to fingers one by one)
See my fingers (wiggle fingers),
see my thumbs (wiggle thumbs).
Fee, fie, fo fum
fingers gone- now the thumbs! (wiggle fingers and thumbs then hide behind back)
Fee, fie, fo fum (point to fingers one by one)
See my fingers (wiggle fingers),
see my thumbs (wiggle thumbs).
Fee, fie, fo fum
fingers gone- now the thumbs! (wiggle fingers and thumbs then hide behind back)
Monday, November 17, 2008
Holidays for Heroes
Holidays for Heroes is sponsored by the American Red Cross and distributes holiday cards to service members, veterans, and their families. Show your appreciation for our men and women in uniform by stopping by the library to make a card to send to a veteran recovering in a military hospital or one of our troops stationed in the U.S. or abroad. Supplies for your card are provided in the Children's area and at tables throughout the library. You are also welcome to bring in a card you made at home. Please sign your cards and drop them off at the front desk when you are finished. We must mail all cards by Friday, December 5th to ensure they are received in time for the holidays.
Our troops and their families sacrifice so much for each of us on a daily basis. We appreciate you taking the time to show them how much their service means to us!
Fingerplay of the Day
I Hear Thunder
(sung to Frere Jacques)
I hear thunder,
I hear thunder (pound hands gently on floor or lap).
Hark, don't you? (cup one hand by ear to listen)
Hark, don't you? (cup other hand by ear to listen)
Pitter, patter raindrops,
Pitter, patter raindrops (wiggle fingers in falling motion in front of face),
I'm wet through (shake body)
So are you! (point to child or give child a little tickle)
(sung to Frere Jacques)
I hear thunder,
I hear thunder (pound hands gently on floor or lap).
Hark, don't you? (cup one hand by ear to listen)
Hark, don't you? (cup other hand by ear to listen)
Pitter, patter raindrops,
Pitter, patter raindrops (wiggle fingers in falling motion in front of face),
I'm wet through (shake body)
So are you! (point to child or give child a little tickle)
Thursday, November 13, 2008
Yum! 11/13 Lapsit Program
Today we learned about food as we prepare to eat our holiday feasts in a few weeks! Next week's theme will be Thanksgiving, so come join us at 10:30 on Thursday in the Annex.
Gobble Gobble!
Theme: Food
Book: Yummy Yucky by Leslie Patricelli
Rhyme: Pat-a-Cake
Book: Yum! by SAMi
Song: I'm a Little Teapot
Book: Yellow and Yummy from Disney Enterprises
Activity: Build towers with food boxes and play music on empty containers
Fingerplay of the Day
Sometimes I Am Tall
Sometimes I am tall (stand up straight).
Sometimes I am small (crouch to floor).
Sometimes I am very, very tall (stand and stretch arms over head).
Sometimes I am very, very small (bend down to floor).
Sometimes tall, sometimes small (stretch high, bend low),
See how I am now (stand up normally)!
Sometimes I am tall (stand up straight).
Sometimes I am small (crouch to floor).
Sometimes I am very, very tall (stand and stretch arms over head).
Sometimes I am very, very small (bend down to floor).
Sometimes tall, sometimes small (stretch high, bend low),
See how I am now (stand up normally)!
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Researching Online: Who Do You Trust?
According to the Netcraft Web Server Survey, it is estimated that as of February 2007 there were 29.7 BILLION webpages accessible in cyberspace! Anyone can have a website and post their own content, whether it be opinions or facts. This can sometimes make researching topics on the internet difficult when the credibility of the page is unknown. So what can you do to make sure you are using a reliable source for your research?
Check out these links to learn more:
Assessing the Credibility of Online Sources from Literacy Education Online
Wikipedia's Credibility: Finding Reliable Online Sources for Students from Suite101.com
How to Research Credible Resources Online for a Paper from Wonderhowto.com
Evaluating Internet Resources from Virtualsalt.com
How to Evaluate the Credibility of a Source from Wikihow.com
Helpful search engines:
Recommended Search Engines from UC Berkeley
When Wikipedian Won't Cut It: 25 Online Sources for Reliable, Researched Facts from Collegedegree.com
Search Engine Reviews from Consumersearch.com
The Best Search Engines on the Web from About.com
Reference Extract (In development)
Knuru.com- Business information
"Knowledge is not what you know, but knowing where to find it!"
Check out these links to learn more:
Assessing the Credibility of Online Sources from Literacy Education Online
Wikipedia's Credibility: Finding Reliable Online Sources for Students from Suite101.com
How to Research Credible Resources Online for a Paper from Wonderhowto.com
Evaluating Internet Resources from Virtualsalt.com
How to Evaluate the Credibility of a Source from Wikihow.com
Helpful search engines:
Recommended Search Engines from UC Berkeley
When Wikipedian Won't Cut It: 25 Online Sources for Reliable, Researched Facts from Collegedegree.com
Search Engine Reviews from Consumersearch.com
The Best Search Engines on the Web from About.com
Reference Extract (In development)
Knuru.com- Business information
"Knowledge is not what you know, but knowing where to find it!"
Hannah Montana Super Saturday
Saturday, November 15th from 1-3PM in the AnnexAre you in training to become the next pop superstar? Come work on your dance moves and play Dance Dance Revolution with other Hannah Montana fans.
Las Posadas Christmas Celebration
Tuesday, December 23rd
6:30-8:00 in the MCPL Annex
Join us as we celebrate the Mexican holiday of Las Posadas, which represents the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem. All ages are welcome to come learn about the Spanish language and Mexican culture. We will be reading a story, making crafts, having a parade through the library, and enjoying Mexican cuisine provided by Miguel’s. Our fiesta will also include music and a piñata!
Fingerplay of the Day
Baby's Nap
This is a baby ready for a nap (hold up finger).
Lay him down in his mother's lap (place in palm of hand).
Cover him up so he won't peep (wrap other fingers to cover him).
Rock him 'til he's fast asleep (rock hands to and fro).
This is a baby ready for a nap (hold up finger).
Lay him down in his mother's lap (place in palm of hand).
Cover him up so he won't peep (wrap other fingers to cover him).
Rock him 'til he's fast asleep (rock hands to and fro).
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Fingerplay of the Day
Two Little Birds
Two little birds (extend 2 index fingers)
Sitting on a fence (hold forearms horizontally with elbows sticking out)
Panchito flys away, (fly hands behind your back)
Pedrito flys away.
Panchito returns,
Pedrito returns (return hands to front with index finger still extended).
Dos Pajaritos
Dos pajaritos muy sentados
Enuna cerca muy alta:
Vuela Panchito,
Vuela Pedrito.
Vuelve Panchito,
Vuelve Pedrito.
Two little birds (extend 2 index fingers)
Sitting on a fence (hold forearms horizontally with elbows sticking out)
Panchito flys away, (fly hands behind your back)
Pedrito flys away.
Panchito returns,
Pedrito returns (return hands to front with index finger still extended).
Dos Pajaritos
Dos pajaritos muy sentados
Enuna cerca muy alta:
Vuela Panchito,
Vuela Pedrito.
Vuelve Panchito,
Vuelve Pedrito.
Let's Eat! November 11th Story Hour
Theme: Food
Book: Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs by Judi and Ron Barrett
Craft: Make macaroni and cereal necklaces or artwork
Activity: Go grocery shopping! Our "shoppers" were given play money, a shopping list with a colored shape, and a grocery bag and were sent to the MCPL Grocery Store. Empty food and drink containers had been labeled with different colored shapes corresponding to the shapes on the shopping list. Shoppers had to find all 4 items that matched the shape on their list and then check out at the cash register. We had a great time learning about food, money, shapes, and colors!
Next week our theme will be Turkeys!
Monday, November 10, 2008
Native American Heritage Month
November is Native American Heritage Month! Hope these resources help you learn more about the culture of our Native American brothers and sisters.
Fingerplay of the Day
Apple Tree
Way up high in an apple tree (hold arms above head, fingers spread)
Two little apples did I see (make fists).
So I shook that tree as hard as I could (wiggle entire body),
Down came the apples (lower arms),
Mmmmm, they were good (rub tummy)!
Way up high in an apple tree (hold arms above head, fingers spread)
Two little apples did I see (make fists).
So I shook that tree as hard as I could (wiggle entire body),
Down came the apples (lower arms),
Mmmmm, they were good (rub tummy)!
Friday, November 7, 2008
Fingerplay of the Day
Up, Down, Over, Under
Up and down, round and round (draw circles in the air),
put your fingers on the ground.
Over (hold hands above lap) under, (below legs)
in between (you've hidden your hands in between your legs)
Now my fingers can't be seen!
Hands in front, hands behind , now my hands I cannot find.
Here's my left hand , here's my right,
Hands and fingers back in sight (wriggle fingers).
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Job Hunting in a Down Economy
Any American that goes shopping, stops to fill up at the gas station, or has watched their stock investments tumble knows that our economy is facing many challenges. Energy and food are becoming more expensive while the stock market is a daily roller coaster ride of volatility.
The latest news shows that planned job cuts are expected to hit five year highs; so what can you do to protect your job or find a new one in this difficult time?
Three Ways You Can Protect Your Job in Times of Economic Uncertainty from JobDig.com
How to Protect Your Job in a Recession from the Harvard Business Review
How to Protect Your Job When Layoffs Loom from PunnyMoney
Finding a Local Job in a Bad Economy from Suite101.com
Finding a Job in a Bad Economy from DirJournal.com
Finding a Job Despite the Economy from Newsweek
If you need help creating or improving your resume, searching online for jobs, writing a cover letter, preparing for an interview, or anything else related to yor job search, we're here to help! Stop by the library for a one-on-one workshop to help give you the edge in this competitive job market. Computer classes are also offered if you would like to improve your skills to become more desirable to employers. Best of luck in your search!
The latest news shows that planned job cuts are expected to hit five year highs; so what can you do to protect your job or find a new one in this difficult time?
Three Ways You Can Protect Your Job in Times of Economic Uncertainty from JobDig.com
How to Protect Your Job in a Recession from the Harvard Business Review
How to Protect Your Job When Layoffs Loom from PunnyMoney
Finding a Local Job in a Bad Economy from Suite101.com
Finding a Job in a Bad Economy from DirJournal.com
Finding a Job Despite the Economy from Newsweek
If you need help creating or improving your resume, searching online for jobs, writing a cover letter, preparing for an interview, or anything else related to yor job search, we're here to help! Stop by the library for a one-on-one workshop to help give you the edge in this competitive job market. Computer classes are also offered if you would like to improve your skills to become more desirable to employers. Best of luck in your search!
Fingerplay of the Day
Just a reminder that Lapsit will not be held tomorrow, 11/6 due to the book sale, but you are welcome to stop by the Annex and check out our great deals on books!
Five Little Turkeys
Five little turkeys by the barn door,
One waddled off, then there were four.
Four little turkeys out under the tree,
One waddled off, then there were three.
Three little turkeys with nothing to do,
One waddled off, then there were two.
Two little turkeys in the noonday sun,
One waddled off, then there was one.
One little turkey - better run away!
Soon will come Thanksgiving Day!
Five Little Turkeys
Five little turkeys by the barn door,
One waddled off, then there were four.
Four little turkeys out under the tree,
One waddled off, then there were three.
Three little turkeys with nothing to do,
One waddled off, then there were two.
Two little turkeys in the noonday sun,
One waddled off, then there was one.
One little turkey - better run away!
Soon will come Thanksgiving Day!
Tuesday, November 4, 2008
Links for Readers
Wondering what to read?
Visit WhatShouldIReadNext.com, enter a book you like and the site will analyse our database of real readers' favorite books (over 47,000 and growing) to suggest what you could read next. You can also register on the website and build your own favorites list.
Want to see the latest list of best sellers?
The New York Times has 10 lists of best sellers in categories such as advice, children's books, and nonfiction.
Interested in book-oriented blogs?
Booklover's Blog is a reader's advisory written by the staff of the Greensboro Public Library.
Grumpy Old Bookman is a blog from the UK about books and publishing.
Reader's Read has the latest book news, plus excerpts, best seller lists, and trends.
Get a librarian's point of view with The Shifted Librarian.
Do you enjoy social networking?
On Shelfari you can build a virtual bookshelf, see what your friends are reading, and discover new books.
Meet the world's largest book club! Catalog your collection, share reviews, and connect with readers who enjoy similar books on LibraryThing
Do you like free books?
If your child enjoys online children's books or if you are looking for the best in international online literature resources for children aged 3-13, you need to know about the International Children's Digital Library (ICDL). Billed as the "Biggest Online Children's Library," the ICDL was established in late 2002. By early 2007, there were 1,500 free children's books, written in 37 different languages, available online on the ICDL website. Plus you can start teaching your children about computers while getting them excited about reading!
Visit WhatShouldIReadNext.com, enter a book you like and the site will analyse our database of real readers' favorite books (over 47,000 and growing) to suggest what you could read next. You can also register on the website and build your own favorites list.
Want to see the latest list of best sellers?
The New York Times has 10 lists of best sellers in categories such as advice, children's books, and nonfiction.
Interested in book-oriented blogs?
Booklover's Blog is a reader's advisory written by the staff of the Greensboro Public Library.
Grumpy Old Bookman is a blog from the UK about books and publishing.
Reader's Read has the latest book news, plus excerpts, best seller lists, and trends.
Get a librarian's point of view with The Shifted Librarian.
Do you enjoy social networking?
On Shelfari you can build a virtual bookshelf, see what your friends are reading, and discover new books.
Meet the world's largest book club! Catalog your collection, share reviews, and connect with readers who enjoy similar books on LibraryThing
Do you like free books?
If your child enjoys online children's books or if you are looking for the best in international online literature resources for children aged 3-13, you need to know about the International Children's Digital Library (ICDL). Billed as the "Biggest Online Children's Library," the ICDL was established in late 2002. By early 2007, there were 1,500 free children's books, written in 37 different languages, available online on the ICDL website. Plus you can start teaching your children about computers while getting them excited about reading!
Fall Story Hour
Theme: Fall
Book: Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rawlinson
Rhyme: 5 Little Leaves
Five little leaves so bright and gay (pick 5 kids to act this out)
Were dancing about on a tree one day (have them give their best leaf dance)
Then a strong wind blew through town (wave arms and wiggle fingers like the wind)
And one little leaf came tumbling down (tap one "leaf" on the head and have them crouch down)
Four little leaves...
Three little leaves...
Repeat until all leaves are gone, then "rake" up the leaves by getting the kids to make a pile.
Craft: Arm trees- trace lower arm and hand to look like a tree. Add cut-out leaves to the branches to make a pretty fall picture. We also did leaf rubbings which could also be added to the tree.
Activity: We decorated the Annex by having the kids create a tree on the wall. They added cut-out leaves, owls, and pumpkins to make a fall scene that we can enjoy all month!
Book: Fletcher and the Falling Leaves by Julia Rawlinson
Rhyme: 5 Little Leaves
Five little leaves so bright and gay (pick 5 kids to act this out)
Were dancing about on a tree one day (have them give their best leaf dance)
Then a strong wind blew through town (wave arms and wiggle fingers like the wind)
And one little leaf came tumbling down (tap one "leaf" on the head and have them crouch down)
Four little leaves...
Three little leaves...
Repeat until all leaves are gone, then "rake" up the leaves by getting the kids to make a pile.
Craft: Arm trees- trace lower arm and hand to look like a tree. Add cut-out leaves to the branches to make a pretty fall picture. We also did leaf rubbings which could also be added to the tree.
Activity: We decorated the Annex by having the kids create a tree on the wall. They added cut-out leaves, owls, and pumpkins to make a fall scene that we can enjoy all month!
Fingerplay of the Day
My TurkeyI have a turkey, big and fat
He spreads his wings, (Fan hands at hips)
And walks like that (Strut)
His daily corn he would not miss (Pretend to eat corn)
And when he walks, he sounds like this, ('Gobble, Gobble, Gobble')
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