Greetings for the Manchester-by-the-Sea Children's Room! 

A lot is happening in our lives and in the world right now; our days look different and we might not be able to visit the people we enjoy being with or do the things we love to do.  But we can use our less-structured days to continue exploring and learning in new ways.  I've listed some fun, free web resources below to get you started!  

Until then I am still here for you!  Please email me for book recommendations, questions, and anything else ~ I'd love to hear from you!  

Warm wishes from Ms. Carol

Fun & Free On-Line Offerings

Scholastic Learn-from-Home

Scholastic Learn at Home is a free website providing students with 20 days' worth of exciting learning journeys and a varity of award-winning digital programs.  To get started click here and then select the appropriate grade level. 

If prompted please use the following  username:  Learning20 | password: Clifford

BrainPOP

While schools are closed families can take advantage of this online learning site that is playful, educator-focused, reflective and global.  Founded in 1999, BrainPOP has become a trusted learning resource for learners world-wide.  Start your BrainPOP free family access here

Miss Humblebee's Academy

This interactive kindergarten-readiness program introduces children ages three to six to key concepts in math, science, social studies, language and literacy, art, and music. It’s as challenging as it is fun!  This special offering from Gale Cengage is available while schools are closed.  Create your own account here  If prompted please use the following password:  open

Storyline Online

This award-winning children’s literacy website streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside creatively produced illustrations.  Storytime will never be the same!  Start listening here 

Lunch Doodles with Mo Willems (from the Kennedy Center)

Mo Willems invites YOU into his studio every day for his LUNCH DOODLE. Learners worldwide can draw, doodle and explore new ways of writing by visiting Mo’s studio virtually once a day for the next few weeks.  So grab some paper and pencils, pens, or crayons and join Mo here

Jarrett J. Krosoczka - Draw Everyday with JJK

Catch up with Manchester's favorite author-illustrator for daily drawing webcasts here

Story Seeds Podcast

A podcast that captures the magic that unfolds when kids ages 6-12 collaborate with beloved storytellers who grow original stories inspired by their story ideas!  Start your journey here

Cosmic Kids Yoga

FInd yoga, mindfulness and relaxation designed for kids aged 3+ here

Especially for Parents

The Miraculous Power of Reading Aloud...from Children's Screen Time Action Network

Many people cherish the memory of being read a story at bedtime by a parent, grandparent, or older sibling. But few know how this simple act lights up the inner workings of a child’s brain – even older children and teens! Join pediatrician John Hutton and Wall Street Journal children’s book critic Meghan Gurdon explore the profound impact reading aloud can have on children’s development in this Action Network Live event here

NPR's Tiny Desk Concerts

Intimate video performances, recorded liave at the desk of All Songs Considered host Bob Boilen.  And during this 'New Normal' they are hosting Tiny Desk Home Concerts sans desk.  Listen here

Healthy Cooking at Home with Megan Telpner

Founder of the Culinary Academy of Nutrition in Toronto, Ontario, Megan Telpner shares 15 Cooking Projects you can do at home.  Start cooking, baking, fermenting, sprouting healthy foods here

Digital Downloads

Now is a great time to take advantage of our digital media, always available from your home computer, tablet or phone.  All you need is your Library Card Number and PIN to get started!

Overdrive for Kids offers eBooks and eAudiobooks through the LIbby app

Tumblebooks offers an amazing selection of streaming eBooks and eAudiobooks and National Geographic videos for kids

Hoopla offers on-line streaming of audiobooks, movies, tv shows and music for the entire family (up to 10 downloads per card / per month)

A Few Favorite Books...currently available on OverDrive:

Children's Programs at the Manchester Library

All children's programs are currently suspended through April 2020.  We will be back with old favorities and exciting, new offerings as soon as it is safe to do so!  Stay tuned for updates...

Please check our on-line calendar for up-to-date programming fun