2024 NATIONAL MEDAL
for Museum and Library Service Finalist

Kids

Can Bears Ski?

Little Bear feels the world around him. He feels the floor shake when someone stomps to get his attention - but something is missing. Little Bear is not sure what is happening. All around him he hears the familiar refrain: "Can bears ski?" Then Dad Bear takes him to see an audiologist and they learn that Little Bear has been experiencing deafness. With new hearing aids, he discovers that "Can bears ski?" is actually "Can you hear me?" His new world is loud and will take some getting used to, but with the love and support of Dad Bear, Little Bear will find his way.

Accessibility Matters

Accessibility, or the lack thereof, impacts how people can engage with nearly every aspect of the world. The difficulty of living with a physical or mental disability is greatly increased by struggling to overcome barriers that do not exist for abled people. This volume breaks down various types of accessibility for young readers, both physically and digitally. Students gain a deeper understanding of why continuously improving accessibility makes life better for everyone, empowering them to become accessibility champions.

Art Explorers: Apple Stamping!

Let's explore with some simple art supplies!  Rather than focusing on a specific project, we'll try out different tools and techniques each month.

This month we'll try our hand at apple stamping.  We'll be using washable paints, but please do not wear your finest!

Class begins at 10:00 and we'll clean up together at 10:45.

Recommended for ages 3 and up, with an adult.

Zazi Finds Plantains

Zazi's family is going to have a big dinner, but one part is missing--plantains. Zazi and her parents set out in search of plantains in their local market. None of the stalls have what they're looking for, but the owners share traditional foods from their own culture. By the time their search is done, Zazi has plantains and lots of other new and delicious foods to try. This book celebrates diversity through food and friendly interactions in the marketplace.

Yumbo Gumbo

Annabelle and her little brother, Beau, cannot decide which kind of gumbo to cook, so Annabelle suggests taking a family vote, but when some family members are not happy with the results, Annabelle comes up with a solution that satisfies everyone. Includes a glossary of Louisiana Creole terms, a cultural note, and math activities for developing data literacy.