It was brought to my attention recently that November is really a “sensual” month. We are not locked inside by the cold, so you can hear the crunch of the leaves, feel a promise of frost in the air, smell wood burning in the fireplace, and taste warm apple cider. The joy of families getting together warms the heart. Your libraries can help you celebrate this special month.
How about getting your kids involved in cooking the Thanksgiving feast. It’s a great way for them to be a part and how about the math and reading skills they will use! Check out Cooking with Children by Marion Cunningham. Select a book enjoyed by a variety of ages, maybe Peter and the Starcatchers by Dave Barry or The Spiderwick Chronicles by Tony DiTerlizzi. Turn off the TV; Grab a bowl of popcorn, or some knitting, and read in front of the fire. What memories!
The 88th celebration of Children’s Book Week is November 12 -18. People learn and grow in their everyday lives by reading. So much information today is available through books, the Internet, newspapers and magazines. Children’s Book Week is an opportunity for parents and educators to introduce books of all sorts to children to help encourage their love of reading. Check out the Madison County Libraries and find out what they offer for this special week. The Madison Branch will be taking a poll of favorite children’s books. The results will be printed in the next blog.
The Madison Branch is starting a Youth Storytelling Club for ages 10-16. Besides being just plain fun, the members will learn active listening, be applauded for taking risks and will build personal confidence. There will be two kickoff events led by professional storyteller, Diane Williams. Diane has performed for fourteen years as a storyteller, written books, and created audiotapes. She is a dynamic individual who will demonstrate to those interested just how fun storytelling is . The first kickoff event is Tuesday, November 27 from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Please mark your calendars for this date in November if you have a child between the ages of 10-16. You’ll be glad you did!
Stop in at your nearest library and check out the new books and tapes. And have a great “sensual” November!