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Monday, April 27th, 2020 | View in browser
Dear parents and families:
Traditions for May Day, observed on May 1, might include maypoles with ribbons and flower baskets, but "mayday" can also mean you need help. Most parents and kids are struggling in different ways to adapt to our new realities.
Ms. Robin (pictured above) says, In the middle of all this loss, kids need someone to slow down, listen to them, and help them function as independently as they can. The EPL spirit is more than the buildings we occupy. I hope the Library’s online resources can help you to connect with your children in a peaceful way. Talk, read, sing, and play with your toddler. Slow down with your kids, talk about a book, do an imperfect craft or read a favorite poem together.
Check out Speedy Snail's Fast Ideas for Slowing Down
School Psychologists share tips on helping kids now. Maybe you would prefer "face to face" guidance on how to help your kids cope.
 Storytimes, Songs, Books and Book Club
Family Storytime and Craft: Spring with Ms. Kim
Cuentos con Ms. Rosie: La Semana de Cookie
Poems for little ones with Ms.Leigh
Canción de la Reina Berengüela en español con Ms. Bea
A wonderful and wacky Old McDonald with Mr. Brian
Storytime with Ms.Sally featuring the book "I'm Bored" and a Bubble Craft
Graphic Novel Book Club meets on Zoom! Saturday, May 9, 1 pm, for grades 3 to 5. Please register.
Evanston resident Cozbi A. Cabrera (My Hair is A Garden) illustrated the new picture book biography, Exquisite:The Poetry and Life of Gwendolyn Brooks, written by Suzanne Slade, just published April 2020. Listen to the author and illustrator read the book then watch how they created it together. Let's close out Poetry Month with an Evanstonian bang!
View all our storytimes and songs on our YouTube Playlist.
And here's this week's craft: Let's make fancy May Day baskets or this really simple one. This is a great way to reach out to a neighbor, minus the physical contact. Don't worry about using the craft materials listed -- use whatever you have at home, like a grocery or take-out bag!
 We are proud to welcome Carmen to the Early Learning and Literacy Department! She's one of Evanston's own: Carmen was born at St. Francis Hospital, grew up in Evanston's 5th Ward, and went to Orrington, Haven and ETHS. She's dedicated her life to kids as a first grade teacher and has lots of experience partnering with parents to support child development for children birth to 3 years.She's been with the Evanston Public Library for 10 years, and now she will share her warmth and expertise with parents and kids.
STEM Challenges
 Ms. Laura (pictured above) says, STEM learning is about observing, asking questions, defining problems, looking for evidence, planning, investigating, measuring and using tools. STEM or STEAM at home doesn't require complicated and expensive materials: an engineering project can be done using blocks, Lego, cardboard, toilet paper tubes, plastic cups, tape, etc. Cooking together provides an opportunity to talk about food and the environment but also involves fractions, temperature and geometry. Investigate leaves or birds in your yard or from your window. Keep it simple, fun and open-ended!
Get to know your bird neighbors with this fun activity.
We're launching our STEM Challenge series with learning Morse Code.
Last chance to enter your recipe in our Community Cookbook!
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