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Fun & educational websites for kids (librarian approved!)
By Eileen Saam, Children’s Librarian Looking for fun and educational websites for kids without advertisements? You've come to the right place! From math games, puzzles, and science videos to language ...
BingePass gives you 7 days of unlimited streaming
With hoopla's new BingePass and your Oak Park library card, you can get unlimited streaming for seven days with a single borrow! Let's get started... How do I use hoopla's ...
Supported gardening: What’s happening in the Community Sensory Garden
By Children’s Librarian Shelley Harris Did you know that 70% of disabled adults do not engage in community activities? The first time I heard this statistic it gave me pause ...
Celebrate summer reading & Pride Month: Events & books for kids
By Hal, Rainbow Services Librarian This year, our theme for kids summer reading is Adventure Begins at Your Library. Reading books, trying out something new in a Discovery Kit, or ...
STEAM Fest is Thursday, April 18
By Eileen Saam, Children’s Librarian Experience the wide world of STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) at the Main Library this spring, as we once again partner with Oak ...
Let’s talk about bodies & puberty: Books, Discovery Kits & web resources for grade schoolers & caregivers
By Hal, Rainbow Services Librarian Developing accurate and affirming language to name the parts of our bodies and understanding how bodies change as we age is an important skill for ...
Online safety (Part 2): Fun & interactive lessons for kids & caregivers
By Children’s Librarian Eileen Saam Whether playing video games, chatting with friends, watching videos, or browsing a favorite website, it’s important to keep online safety in mind. Although most of ...
Unleash your creativity: Activities, books & events for grade schoolers
By Hal, Rainbow Services Librarian Crafting is a fun way to express yourself. The library has all kinds of resources to support and encourage young artists. Let's explore a few! ...
