1000 Books Before Kindergarden Description

Elephant graphicThe Scandinavia Public Library has developed an ongoing early literacy initiative called 1000 Books Before Kindergarten that began October 2013. This multiyear project encourages parents to read aloud at least 1000 books with their children before they enter school.

The program, open to any preschooler, whose caregiver uses the Scandinavia Public Library in person,has an initial goal of reaching–and involving- 25 (or more!) children over a two year period.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten goals include:

  • Introducing a fun method to encourage families to read aloud to preschoolers
  • Introducing children to a wide range of excellent books to promote pre-literacy so children enter school ready to learn
  • Encouraging regular library use by families and enhancing our outreach to caregivers

Children receive a reading folder and book bag at registration with pages to record the books read. Registration is done in person at the Scandinavia Public Library. Families are encouraged to return to the library every time they finish reading and listening to 100 books. Children receive a congratulatory stickers each time they finish a  batch of 100 books. The culminating prize is a book the child can keep.

A key aspect of 1000 Books Before Kindergarten is to connect it with caregivers. You can assist us by:

We hope working with  you will help us get the word out about the importance of these early learning years and help us achieve our goal of children entering their formal schooling years with a rich background of literacy tools (language, visual literacy, grammar, shared literacy) that help them to be “ready-to-learn”.

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Posted on November 7, 2013

Stay in the Loop @ the Library

Hearing Loop symbolSeveral local libraries, including the Scandinavia Public Library, now offer hearing loops for patrons who use hearing aids or cochlear implants.

What is a hearing loop?

A hearing loop is a wire that circles a meeting room or service desk and is connected to a sound system. The loop transmits sound electromagnetically to a wireless receiver called a T-coil in the user's hearing aid or cochlear implant.

What are the benefits of hearing loops?

Within the loop, the microphone from the sound system becomes the microphone to your hearing instrument. No additional equipment is needed. Hearing loops help you overcome the listening challenges of distance from the speaker and background noise.

How do I use a hearing loop?

All cochlear implants and most hearing aids have a built in wireless receiver called a telecoil, T-coil, or telephone switch. To use a hearing loop, turn on your t-coil by pushing a button on the hearing device. This T-coil program may have to be activated by your audiologist.

Learn more

For questions about your hearing aids and T-coils, consult with your audiologist or hearing provider. In addition, visit www.loopwisconsin.com  or www.hearingloop.org.

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Posted on September 19, 2013

Crafting Bee

Thursday, December 12, 2013 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Crafting Bee  takes place from 10 a.m. - Noon every Thursday.

The Scandinavia Public Library invites all crafters to Crafting Bee! This informal group is designed for handicrafters of all types to work in an atmosphere of creativity and mutual support. Assistance is available for a wide variety of crafts as well. So whether you knit, crochet, cross stitch, hand quilt, bead, or scrap, and whether you are a novice or an experienced pro, these sessions are open to everyone! Properly supervised children are also welcome. Please come and enjoy the fun!

You can check out some of our projects on the Scandinavia Public Library Facebook page!

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Posted on October 3, 2013

Movie Discussion Group

Thursday, December 12, 2013 - 12:00pm - 12:50pm

[NOTE: This meeting was moved from its originally scheduled date of Tuesday, November 26.]

Come talk film at the library! A new topic is chosen for each meeting. Brown bags are welcome during this lunch hour discussion.

This meeting's topic: Sunset in Hollywood -- The Roles of Aging Actors

The next meeting of the movie Discussion Group will take place at noon on Thursday, December 26.

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Posted on September 24, 2013

Crafting Bee

Thursday, December 19, 2013 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Crafting Bee  takes place from 10 a.m. - Noon every Thursday.

The Scandinavia Public Library invites all crafters to Crafting Bee! This informal group is designed for handicrafters of all types to work in an atmosphere of creativity and mutual support. Assistance is available for a wide variety of crafts as well. So whether you knit, crochet, cross stitch, hand quilt, bead, or scrap, and whether you are a novice or an experienced pro, these sessions are open to everyone! Properly supervised children are also welcome. Please come and enjoy the fun!

You can check out some of our projects on the Scandinavia Public Library Facebook page!

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Posted on October 3, 2013

Happy Holidays

Tuesday, December 24, 2013 (All day)

Decorated treeThe library will be closed on Tuesday, December 24. Happy Holidays!

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Posted on November 1, 2013

December 2013 Book Group

Tuesday, December 24, 2013 - 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Just kidding! We don't meet in December because many people are too busy with holiday plans, but if you do have time to read, then check the library's Pinterest board for some recommendations from our staff members!

Happy Winter!

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Posted on June 18, 2013

Crafting Bee

Thursday, December 26, 2013 - 10:00am - 12:00pm

Crafting Bee  takes place from 10 a.m. - Noon every Thursday.

The Scandinavia Public Library invites all crafters to Crafting Bee! This informal group is designed for handicrafters of all types to work in an atmosphere of creativity and mutual support. Assistance is available for a wide variety of crafts as well. So whether you knit, crochet, cross stitch, hand quilt, bead, or scrap, and whether you are a novice or an experienced pro, these sessions are open to everyone! Properly supervised children are also welcome. Please come and enjoy the fun!

You can check out some of our projects on the Scandinavia Public Library Facebook page!

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Posted on October 3, 2013

Movie Discussion Group

Thursday, December 26, 2013 - 12:00pm - 1:50pm

Graphic of box of popcorn[NOTE: This meeting was moved from its originally scheduled date of Tuesday, December 10.]

Come talk film at the library! A new topic is chosen for each meeting. Brown bags are welcome during this lunch hour discussion.

This meeting's topic: From Hobbits to Hogwarts - Fantasy in Film

The next meeting of the movie Discussion Group will take place at noon on Thursday, December 26.

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Posted on November 1, 2013

Winter Stories, Games & Crafts

Monday, December 30, 2013 - 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Bring the family and enjoy some fun stories and crafts with a winter theme:

  • Stories read on the hour and half hour
  • Make thank you cards for your friends and family
  • Make a colorful snowflake craft

The library will also have a selection of games, LEGOs, and the Wii available for everyone to play with!

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Posted on November 26, 2013
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