Kids

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Mother Goose Nursery Rhyme Time
2nd and 4th Tuesdays
10:30

Our very popular 20 minute program for babies and toddlers introduces your little ones to  the joys of books and reading.
Get ready to sing, sway, clap and laugh when you bring your child to Mother Goose!
After the storytime kids and parents can enjoy a light snack and some play and social time.

Storytime
Storytime has been moved to the 1st and 3rd Tuesday each month, alternating with our Mother  Goose dates.

Our theme this year is “Once upon a time there was…”  – Each month will feature a new topic for stories. Drake Community Library storytimes incorporate the best of new and classic children’s books, songs, rhymes, American sign language, yoga and early literacy skills. Storytime is engaging and entertaining for kids and adults alike.

1st and 3rd Tuesdays of the month
10:30 – 11:00
For children ages 3 – 6, parents are welcome to attend with their children.

D.A.S.H.    (Drake After School Happenings)
D.A.S.H. will be offered just once a month this year on the school district early out day and at a new time.

This fall we will explore a variety of sciences with a continuation of our popular hands-on program “Try This @ Home,” taught by Grinnell grad Kenji Yoshino. We look forward to sharing goo, slime, smoke, gels, smells, noises and many other surprises with your kids in this innovative and crazy fun program.
For kids in 3rd – 6th grade
Early out Wednesdays (1st Wednesday of the month)
1:00-2:00

Book Club
Karla will lead Book Club discussions with kids in 4th – 6th grades. The books chosen for group discussions are noted for their exciting and adventurous content sure to appeal to this age group and for their literary value. Watch the Kids News page for updates about book club, which is offered seasonally.