REGISTER OR LOGIN TO THE SUMMER READING GAME
Create your online logbook starting June 20, and begin recording your time to earn prizes starting July 2!
The Online Summer Reading Game
How it works!
Children must register online and record the hours that they have read each week. For every three hours that a child has read (or is read to) he/she will receive 1 token. Each reader can accumulate tokens to "purchase" prizes at the Summer Reading Game Store - the more tokens, the bigger the prize! However, the maximum number of prizes per week is 3. Once a child has read for 24 hours, he/she will be eligible to enter the grand prize draw, and can continue reading and gaining tokens to earn more prizes!
Who can participate?
Children between the ages of 6-12 can read to qualify for prizes. Preschoolers between the ages of 3-5 can also participate in the Summer Reading Game by being read to by parents, older siblings and care givers. Preschoolers receive 1 token for every hour they read.
Programs
The Grande Prairie Public Library is back this year with fun summer programs, and a theme of 'Discovery 2010'. Let your imagination run wild at the Library this summer! Come to our weekly Discovery programs and immerse yourself in the worlds of Silverwing, King Arthur, The Golden Compass and Wonderland. Get your imagination going with stories, mask making, relay races, Mad Tea Parties, Wild Rumpuses and much more!
Drop-In Craft Day
Can't make it to regular programs? Drop in to the Sky Story Room on Monday's and do a featured craft from our weekly programs! You'll find all the materials and instructions you need to do it yourself, and the GPPL staff will be around to give any help you might need.
DROP-IN PROGRAM
Date: Mondays
Time: 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Location: Sky Story Room
Discovery 2010
Come for our weekly programs to discover magical lands, strange characters, and all the other elements of your favourite (or soon to be favourite) books. Get your imagination going with stories, mask making, relay races, silly-songwriting, and a drama week! We'll be having graveyard games, a Mad Tea Party, and even a Wild Rumpus!
Programs will be repeated twice a day to accommodate more participants.
DROP-IN PROGRAM
Maximum: 20 children per program
Dates: Tuesdays and Thursdays (6-8 year olds)
Wednesdays (9-12 year olds)
Times: 11:00 am - 11:45 am
2:00 pm - 2:45
Location: Sky Story Room
ESL Storytime
This summer the Grande Prairie Public Library is pleased to offer a storytime for ESL children ages 4-7. You are invited to listen to stories and participate in fun English language activities.
DROP-IN PROGRAM
Maximum: 20 children
Date: Fridays
Time: 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Location: Sky Story Room
Need more information?
Feel free to stop by the Children’s Library anytime for more information, or call Courtney at 780-357-7476 or even email me at cloberg@gppl.ab.ca. I would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have!
The Summer Reading Game - En Français!
The Summer Reading Game is back, with a twist!
This year the Grande Prairie Public Library is pleased to offer a French Summer Reading Game. Much like its English counterpart, the French program will offer children a unique opportunity to develop their French language skills through programs and reading. The best part of all is … it’s free! Children need only register online and record their time spent reading in order to claim prizes every week from July 2 – August 31.
How it works!
Children must register and record the hours that they have read each week online. For every three hours that a child has read (or is read to) he/she will receive 1 token. Each reader can accumulate tokens to "purchase" prizes at the Summer Reading Game Store - the more tokens, the bigger the prize! However, the maximum number of prizes per week is 3. Once a child has read for 24 hours, he/she will be eligible to enter the grand prize draw, and can continue reading and gaining tokens to earn more prizes!
Who can participate?
Children between the ages of 6-12 can read to qualify for prizes. Preschoolers between the ages of 3-5 can also participate in the Summer Reading Game by being read to by parents, older siblings and care givers. Preschoolers receive 1 token for every hour they read.
Programs
Découvrir 2010!
There will be weekly French programs offered involving activities, stories, crafts and videos for children ages 6-12.
DROP-IN PROGRAM
Maximum: 20 children
Date: Monday Afternoons from July 5 – August 9
(Except August 2 – Library is closed.
Rescheduled day will be announced)
Time: 2:15 – 3:00 pm for 6-8 year olds
3:15 – 4:00 pm for 9-12 year olds
Location: Sky Story Room
French Film Night
Join us for “French Film Night”, complete with popcorn! We will be watching movies in French (English subtitles if requested/possible). All movies are rated PG or lower and will be announced weekly. Parents are welcome to come!
DROP-IN PROGRAM
Date: Thursday Evenings from July 8 – August 19
Time: 6:15 – 8:30 pm
Location: Linda Smith Story Room
French Storytime
In addition to Monday afternoon programs, there will be “French Storytime” with Caroline Bitar.
DROP-IN PROGRAM
Maximum: 20 children
Date: Friday Afternoons from July 16 – August 20
Time: 2:00 – 2:45 pm for 6-8 year olds
3:00 - 4:00 pm for 9-12 year olds
Location: Linda Smith Story Room
Need more information?
Feel free to stop by the Children’s Library anytime for more information, or call Jason at 780-357-7476 or even email me at jcroteau-walker@gppl.ab.ca. I would be more than happy to answer any questions you may have!