This summer’s program at the Chicago Public Library is all about exploring science and art in the architecture around us. From July 6 to August 15, kids 0-13 years old are invited to build their own stories in all kinds of ways, at the library, in … [Read more...] about Chicago Public Library summer challenge: Building stories
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Story Time offers opportunity to display reading skills
What's more satisfying than reading books to young kids? Cluster students can brush up their own reading and performance skills and share favorite stories at the same time during Story Time. Story Time is held during the last half hour of tutoring … [Read more...] about Story Time offers opportunity to display reading skills
Children’s books win top honors
The American Library Association has announced the winners of the most prestigious awards for children’s and young adult literature for 2020 with its Youth Media Awards. The books and other forms of media range from stories about the struggles of … [Read more...] about Children’s books win top honors
Chicago Public Library winter challenge: Learn to DIY
The challenge for Chicago students visiting a library over winter break is for them to learn to "Do It Yourself." Young readers who complete all of the activities before Jan. 7 will earn a prize. Check out some books and activities for inspiration … [Read more...] about Chicago Public Library winter challenge: Learn to DIY
Staff spotlight: Joan Richards and the importance of teaching reading
Tuesday Reading Specialist Joan Richards is very glad to be back teaching reading. "I missed teaching so much," said Joan, who has a master's degree as a reading specialist and who taught for 15 years in schools run by the Chicago Archdiocese. … [Read more...] about Staff spotlight: Joan Richards and the importance of teaching reading
Reading, trauma subject of tutor seminars
Cluster will sponsor two seminars for tutors in November. These seminars will help with students' academic work and with students who may have been exposed to highly stressful experiences. Seminar for tutors of struggling readers. The purpose of … [Read more...] about Reading, trauma subject of tutor seminars
