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On April 12, get ready to “Drop
Everything And Read!” at the Library.
Wednesday, April 12, 2006 has been proclaimed National “Drop Everything And Read!” Day. This day is set aside to encourage families to designate a special time to “drop everything and read” for at least 30 minutes without distractions.The Highland Library is celebrating “DEAR” Day by giving away a free book and prize to every child who comes into the library and reads for 30 minutes. Kids and families can check in at the reference desk to start their “DEAR” Day reading. For more information on “DEAR” Day, check out www.dropeverythingandread.com
Celebrate Young People’s Poetry Week At the Library
Young People’s Poetry Week, as a part of National Poetry Month, will be celebrated the week ofApril 10-16, 2006. To encourage kids to celebrate poetry, the Highland Library will give a free book and bookmark to any child who participates in one of two poetry activities.
1. Copy a favorite poem from an author of your choice and draw an illustration to go with it.
2. Write your own poem. Worksheets are available in the children’s section of the library. Visit the library reference desk for more information. All submissions will be posted in the children’s section. For more information on Young People’s Poetry Week, check out www.cbcbooks.org/yppw |
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