The Sun is Also A Star by Nicola Yoon
Curtain of Death by W.E.B. Griffin
The Flame Bearer by Bernard Cornwell
Island of Glass by Nora Roberts
Hidden Figures Young Reader’s Edition by Margot Lee Shetterly
Reader Zone
The Nebraska Library Commission and Central Plains Library System are offering an on-line reading program beginning on May 1st. The program is open to all interested students and adults. There is no fee to participate and no mandatory goals. Simply download the Reader Zone app and enroll your child in the appropriate group. We will use the grade the student just completed. The code for Klyte Burt Memorial Library Reading Program is 99687. Students in Preschool through Grade 6 will receive prizes for every 750 minutes that they read. Books that are posted for suggested reading are available at the library and can be delivered with no contact. If you have questions on the program please call 367-4148, or email kbmlib@curtis-ne.com.
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New Resources
| Join us at MacKids Streaming Schoolhouse! From April 27–30, you can tune in every day at 1pm ET / 10am PT to hear from bestselling and award-winning authors as they give lessons in your favorite school subjects. |
| Learn more and register here! |
| Storytime with the stars! |
| Celebrities have been getting in on the action . . . Don’t miss these stars reading some of our favorite books! Margot Robbie reads A Sick Day for Amos McGee by Philip C. Stead; Illustrated by Erin E. Jimmy Fallon reads This Is Baby by Jimmy Fallon; Illustrated by Miguel Ordóñez Lisa Ling reads Mixed by Arree Chung Cindy Crawford reads On the Night You Were Born by Nancy Tillman Kaia Gerber reads Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? by Bill Martin, Jr.; Illustrated by Eric CarleChris O’Dowd reads Arnie the Doughnut by Laurie Keller |
| Even more entertainment! |
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MacKids is bringing
fun and education right to you with weekly storytimes and activities. Follow
our social channels to learn more! Monday: MacKids Recommends Hand-selected books to help with at-home learning. Wednesday: Activity Spotlight Activities to inspire your child to create and grow. Friday: Snack Time with MacKids Grab a snack and tune in at 11am ET for storytime, illustration lessons, and more from some of your favorite creators. |
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Board Minutes
Klyte Burt Memorial Library
Board of Trustees
Minutes
April 2, 2020
NaTani called the meeting to order. Mary Rittenhouse, Tyler Faber, NaTani Taylor and Waneta Storm were present. NaTani read the minutes from the last meeting. Mary moved to accept the minutes as read, Tyler seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Financial Report
Waneta presented the March financial report and expressed concerns over the warrants for the credit card not matching the amount owed on the credit card for that month. Mary will find out what dates the billing for the credit card covers. Mary motioned to approve the monthly bills, NaTani seconded the motion. Motion approved.
Librarian’s Report
Waneta is working on the Summer Reading program. We received a free book in Spanish and English from Rhonda Seacrest and a music CD from Jim Salestrom. Waneta attended a Summer Reading workshop in McCook and a STEM workshop in North Platte. There were 75 trick-or-treaters; and 27 attendees at Home Town Christmas open house.
The Library doors are currently locked due to COVID-19. We discussed keeping the doors locked and allowing people in.
New Business
Tyler said he had information on new computers at his office and will bring it to the next meeting.
Hopefully we can move towards getting more board members.
Tyler made a motion to adjourn; Mary seconded. Meeting adjourned.
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Library Restrictions
Beginning March 28, the library will not admit anyone with a fever, cough, or shortness of breath. Healthy patrons will be admitted to check out books or use library computers for legitimate purposes. All returns may be put in the book return. Wifi is available at all times outside the building. Ebooks and audio books may be downloaded from this web page by clicking the download app. Library hours will remain the same. I’m sorry for the inconvenience. Precautions are being taken to safeguard the health of our patrons. Thank you.
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Do the Zoo
Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo is currently closed to the public. However they are offering free activities so that we can all “Do the Zoo” from home. Here is the link to a variety of videos and associated activities: http://www.omahazoo.com/zoo-from-home.
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STEAM Resource
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Gateway to STEM through creativity +
imagination! 15 do-at-home projects to keep children engaged and learning! Curious Jane Magazine complements classroom curriculum with projects revolving around science + engineering + design. It provides a gateway to STEM through creativity and imagination! Download the Eco-Issue FREE |
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On-Line Resources
So many vendors are stepping up to help everyone affected by school closures. This page is a collection of free limited-time-only resources for you to use at home.
E-Books
TumbleBook Library – Over 1100 titles for grades K-6, with animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, National Geographic videos, non-fiction books, playlists, as well as books in Spanish and French. Plus, the collection features Graphic Novels.
TeenBookCloud – A collection of eBooks and educator resources perfect for your middle school, high school, or public library. Find a robust selection of Graphic Novels, Enhanced Novels, eBooks, classic literature, National Geographic videos, educator resources, and audiobooks.
TumbleMath.Com – TumbleMath is the most comprehensive collection of math picture books you will find anywhere. All in the amazing TumbleBook format complete with animation and narration. The books are accompanied by supplementary materials such as lesson plans and quizzes.
RomanceBookCloud – More than 1700 romance eBooks, always available.
ABDO: Free digital content through June 2020.
- Elementary Digital Bookshelf: PreK-8
- Secondary Digital Bookshelf: Grades 5-12
- ABDO Zoom Online Database: Grades PreK-2
Click on the link below for some amazing printable workbooks from edhelper.com.
Take care and stay safe.
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