Library Notes 22 February 2017
Published on February 22, 2017
Top 10 books
New Adult Fiction
The Trouble with Dukes by Grace Burrowes
A Spiced Apple Winter by Emma Cane
Shadow of the Storm by Connilyn Cossette
Bryant & May: Strange Tide by Christopher Fowler
Curtain of death by W E B Griffin & William E Butterworth IV
The Midwives of Raglan Road by Jenny Holmes
Expecting to die by Lisa Jackson
The seventh plague by James Rollins
The Sign of Fear by Robert Ryan
Threads of Evidence by Lea Wait
Editorial
By Deborah Macdonald, Children’s Librarian
RAISING SMART KIDS
If there is one important thing that you can do to help your child be successful in school and in life, it is to encourage them to have a love of reading.
How to Make your Child a Reader
It is never too early to start! Many studies show that students who love learning and do well in school were exposed to reading before pre-school.
There are so many benefits in introducing children to books at a young age. Reading to your child helps you bond with them and it gives them a sense of intimacy and wellbeing. Books help your child to develop thinking skills early and to build listening skills and imagination.
It is often difficult to know where to start and which books to choose that are appropriate to the age of your child. The libraries have a wonderful selection of books to suit all age groups; here are some general guidelines.
Board books are just right for small babies. The format allows baby to begin handling books, exploring the book and turning the pages, while enjoying the different colours and textures.
Picture books are suitable for a range of ages. Basic picture books contain few words and lots of pictures and suit toddlers and children up to approximately 5 years. "Sophisticated" picture books contain more words and have a more advanced story line - ideal for slightly older children. Picture books are perfect for parents (or grandparents!) to read to their children.
Early Readers are a transition from picture books to chapter books. At Libraries Horowhenua these are separated into three categories: Clown books (clown sticker on spine) are aimed at those just starting to read with large word fonts and pictures. Kermit books (frog sticker on spine) are slightly more advanced with smaller words, longer storyline and fewer pictures. Castle books (castle sticker) are aimed at slightly older readers with a lower reading level.
From there it is on to chapter books for children up to approximate age of 12/13 yrs.
So parents, help your child to achieve well in life by helping them develop a love of reading from an early age. If you need any help at all getting started just ask one of our librarians and they will be delighted to get you what you need.
At Te Takere we offer a Baby Time Rock and Rhyme session for littlies. The programme consists of music, rhymes and action songs, as well as stories. These sessions are held every Tuesday at 10am (term time) and are aimed at infants from birth up to 2-3yrs.
What’s on in Te Takere
Exhibitions
“Let’s face the music and dance”: Maori contemporary art exhibition – 6 to 28 February
Monday to Friday
Volunteer Resource Centre: Talk to the Volunteer Resource Centre about becoming a volunteer. They can help you match your individual skills and interests with a large number of groups who need volunteers. 10am - 12 noon.
Family and local history: Call into the Heritage Room for help and advice on researching your family tree 10am-3pm.
Wednesday 22 February
Social crochet and coffee club: Jenny Goyne will teach you to crochet, or bring you own craft project along and join in the coffee and chat and meet new friends 10.30am.
Quiz night 7pm
Levin Budget Advice Service 7-9pm
Thursday
Te Runanga o Raukawa Playgroup 10-11.30am
JP Service Centre Shannon Library 2-3pm
Friday
GeriARTrics Painting in the main space 9am-3pm
Yoga 10.30-11.30am
Lunch time music: Myrna Michell 12-1pm
SeniorNet: Get help with your tablets, phones and laptops 2-4pm
Youth Cooking: Contact Youth Space 3.45pm
Saturday
Yoga 10.30-11.30am
Sunday
Family Research Day at Foxton Library 1-4pm
Minecraft Club 1.00-2.30pm
Code Club 2.30-4pm
Sunday Concert: Rodger Fox Quintet with Erna Ferry 2.00-3.30pm
Monday
Minecraft Club 3.30-5.00pm
Tuesday
Young Parent Coffee Group: Contact Youth Space 10am
JP Service Centre: Kowhai Room, Te Takere 11.30am-1.30pm
Guitar Club: Contact Youth Space 4-5pm
Wednesday 1 March
Social crochet and coffee club: Jenny Goyne will teach you to crochet, or bring your own craft project along and join in the coffee and chat and meet new friends 10.30am
Learn new skills
Wednesday 1 March
Stepping Up: Employment Readiness 10-12pm