Elementary Program Schedule
Scroll to explore our full slate of weekly program series for children ages 5 - 10 years old and their families. These programs are for kids currently enrolled in grades Kindergarten - 5th grade. Advanced registration is required or preferred for most programming.
Clubs and Classes
Kid Librarian for a Day!
Ages: 5+ years
Have you ever wondered what it is like to work at the library? Kids are invited to join the library staff for a day and learn about the behind the scenes work of a librarian. Either with a friend or on their own, kids will help with important tasks like book ordering, shelving, check-out, displays, and more. Caregivers need to stay in the library, but do not need to participate.
Notes: One child or small group of friends working together (2-3 children, maximum) per week. This activity is for children in grades K-4.
Anything Can Happen Day
Every other Tuesday (4/21, 5/5, 5/19, 6/2, and 6/16)
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Ages: Grades K-4
During this bi-monthly program, we’ll have fun with different projects and activities. Sign up for the whole series or just the classes that interest you. Registration required; registration begins March 11.
4/21 Snack-tivity!: Children can make art that doubles as a fun, healthy snack. Please notify us of any dietary restrictions in advance. Register here.
5/5 Paper Airplane Science: We will talk about paper airplane science with visuals. Then, we design and test! Kids will fold planes and try different designs to see which will fly the furthest. Register here.
5/19 IndiBots: Children will learn how these car-shaped robots respond to color. Enjoy playing with our robots while also learning the basics of coding. Register here.
6/2 Ooey Gluey Suncatchers: Using acrylic frames, paint, and glue, kids will create their own suncatcher art. While with paintings dry, kids will enjoy a readaloud about a famous artist. Register here.
6/16 Dinosaur Dig: Each child will be given a “dinosaur egg” and miniature tools to dig out the mini dinosaur hidden in the egg.
Register here.
Homeschool Space: Elementary
Third Thursdays of each month (04/16, 05/28*, and 06/20)
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Library Annex
Ages: Grades K- 4 or roughly 5 - 9 years old
Each month, we invite homeschooling families from across the region to join us for an hour of community and learning through play. The theme and activities for each session vary, but with a focus on collaboration, exploration, and kindness. While kids enjoy a project, story, or science experiment, caregivers are invited to gather in the main library to chat together. Registration is monthly, so join us for as many or as few of the activities as interest your family.
Note: The May class will be held on the 4th Thursday, due to the library's annual book sale.
April: Vortex Cannons Exploring the question "Why does the wind blow?" with a hands on experiment.
May: Solar Powered Wiggle Bugs Exploring the question "What is solar power?" with a hands on experiment.
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June: Gratitude Jars and moving up ceremony Exploring the question, "How can we make a bad day better?" and gratitude jar art project. After the class, join library staff and the teens from Homeschool Space: Middle and High School edition for a mixed age moving up ceremony, celebrating all the hard work kids and caregivers have put into the school year. This optional moving up ceremony will be from 2:00 - 2:30 PM and include snacks and certificates.
Special Events
Dragon Ventures
Friday, March 27
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Main Library
Ages: Grades K - 4, caregivers welcome but not required
Calling all dragon lovers! At this special evening event, kids and families are invited to enjoy a variety of dragon themed play. We're making dragon resist art, solving the mystery of the missing dragon eggs, and playing dragon tag in the library after close. Mess is possible, so we suggest wearing clothes that can get dirty.
Registration required.
Spring Break Fun on your Schedule
March 30 - April 6
Though our regular programs are on Spring Break, the Library's teen volunteers, the Volunteens, have organized some fun take-and-make crafts, a scavenger hunt, and more for the library for Spring Break. These activities will be available anytime we are open on a first come, first served schedule for take-and-make crafts, with additional projects being supplemented throughout the week.
Take-and-Make Projects include:
- Bubble wrap alphabet pop!
- Under the sea coral reef craft
- Crinkle Tissue Paper Tropical Fish
- Threading practice plates
Toddler Glow Party
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Ages: 18 months* - 4 years old and a caregiver
*children who can walk independently but are under 18 months old are also welcome. This program is not recommended for crawlers or children who are not yet walking.
Join Ms. Neena for a Spring Break special event, featuring a ball pit, music and dancing, bubbles, and glow in the dark play. The room will still include some light for a toddler friendly experience, as well as glowing activities. Registration highly suggested though drop-ins will be accomodated if space is available.
How to Speak Dog: A Workshop by the ASPCA Recovery & Rehabilitation Center
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Age range: 5-12 years
Join the ASPCA Recovery & Rehabilitation team for a fun, kid-friendly workshop where we'll learn about dog body language and the importance of enrichment for a dog's health and well-being. Together, we'll play an interactive game, create coloring pages for our Paw-cassos, and make DIY enrichment toys to take home to your own dog or share with shelter dogs. We hope to see you there!
Caregivers welcome, but not required. Registration required.
Slime Lab
1:30 - 2:15 PM
Ages: Families and children ages 5 years and older
Welcome to the slime lab! Neena is bringing out her collection of add-ins for slime. Starting with a base clear slime, kids and families are invited to explore the options and create their own unique slime to take home. Add colors, textures, and scents and play!Smocks will be available, but please dress for mess. Drop kids off or stay and play--caregivers welcome, but not required to participate. Registration required. Please register once for each person in your group or family who will be making slime.
Teddy and Toy Hospital
Friday, May 15
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM, stay the whole time or drop in as you are able
All ages and a caregiver, best for ages: 2 - 8 years old
Whether you want to play pretend or have a stuffed animal in need of some minor repairs, this is the event for you! Kids bring a stuffed animal or toy from home who needs to visit the doctor and visit a variety of play-based stations to help keep their friends healthy and happy. Visit the toy doctor for a check-up, help our "hospital staff" volunteers wrap up broken bones, and read x-rays!
Plus, at the Teddy and Toy hospital, volunteers with sewing expertise will be on hand to repair soft toys and fabric accessories (like a hole in a favorite teddy's arm or a doll's ripped dress). Minor repairs may be finished while you play, though stuffies in need of more TLC will be checked into the toy hospital for an extended stay. Can't stay and play, but have a stuffy in need of some repair? Contact Children's Program Coordinator Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org or (845) 855-3444.
Preregistration required.