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Clases de Computación para principiantes
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM - Cornelius Public Library: ¡Totalmente Gratis!Venga y aprenda lo básico de computación¿Para qué se usan las computadoras?Usando programas y manejando nuestros archivos electrónicosNavegar el internetCrear una cuenta de correo electrónicoTaller libre para preguntas de cualquier otro tema¡Clases Empiezan el 6 de Febrero!¡No se requiere experiencia, ni registración!MiércolesSábadosClase: 5:30pm - 6:30pmClase: 1:00pm - 2:00pmTaller libre: 4:30pm - 5:30pmTaller libre: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Clases En La Biblioteca Pública de Cornelius(Enfrente de la estación de bomberos) 1355 N Barlow StCornelius, OR 97113503-357-4093Luis Chavez | luisc@wccls.org www.ci.cornelius.or.us/libraryEste programa es apoyado en parte por el Instituto de Museo y Servicios Bibliotecarios (IMLS) por medio del Acto de Servicios Bibliotecarios y Tecnología (LSTA) , administrado por la Biblioteca del Estado de Oregón. This programis supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oregon State Library.
Intro al Email
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM - Hillsboro Shute Park Branch: Obtenga su propia cuenta de correo electrónico (Email) y comience a usarlo en esta clase básica participativa. Perfecta para el principiante, esta clase se repite el cuarto Sábado del mes.
Lectura de cuentos en Español / Spanish Family Storytime
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM - Cornelius Public Library: Colorín Colorado…Leamos en FamiliaUn futuro brillante empieza en un libro. Programa Gratuito cada sábado a las 12:00pmLa hora de Cuentos es patrocinado por los Amigos de la Biblioteca Pública de Cornelius.Horas: Lunes a Viernes de 10am a 7pm; Sábado de 10am a 5pm; Domingo de 12pm a 5pmLa Biblioteca Pública de Cornelius1355 N. Barlow St.503-357-4093www.cornelius.ci.or.us/library
Intercambio / Exchange
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM - Hillsboro Shute Park Branch: Practice English or Spanish and help others learn in a friendly atmosphere. Beginners welcome! Practique inglés o español y ayude a los demás que están aprendiendo en un ambiente amable. ¡Están bienvenidos los principiantes!
Clases de Computación
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM - Tualatin Public Library: La Biblioteca está ofreciendo clases basicas de computación; estas clases se brindarán los viernes en el horario de 3:00 pm a 5:00 pm.
Los temas serán los siguientes:
Primer viernes: Informática básica
Segundo viernes: Correo electrónico y redes sociales
Tercer viernes: Microsoft Word
Cuarto viernes: Las Aplicaciones en Google
Se brindará la ayuda necesaria a los participantes con sus preguntas; estas clases no requiren inscripción por adelantado.
Para más información, llame a Annie Lewis, Bibliotecaria, al 503 691-3077.
The library offers computer classes in Spanish every Friday from 3:00pm-5:00pm. A new topic will be introduced each week including:
First Friday: Computer basics
Second Friday: Email and social networking
Third Friday: Microsoft Word
Fourth Friday: Google products
Time will be provided for questions and one-on-one assistance. Pre-registration is not required.For more information, please call Annie Lewis, Librarian, at 503 691-3077.
Hora de cuentos / Spanish Storytime
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM - Tualatin Public Library: Se presentan cuentos, rimas, canciones, y manualidades para familias con niños de todas edades.
Storytime in Spanish. Presenting stories, songs, rhymes and crafts for families with children of all ages.
Clases de Computación para principiantes
5:30 PM to 6:30 PM - Cornelius Public Library: ¡Totalmente Gratis!Venga y aprenda lo básico de computación¿Para qué se usan las computadoras?Usando programas y manejando nuestros archivos electrónicosNavegar el internetCrear una cuenta de correo electrónicoTaller libre para preguntas de cualquier otro tema¡Clases Empiezan el 6 de Febrero!¡No se requiere experiencia, ni registración!MiércolesSábadosClase: 5:30pm - 6:30pmClase: 1:00pm - 2:00pmTaller libre: 4:30pm - 5:30pmTaller libre: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Clases En La Biblioteca Pública de Cornelius(Enfrente de la estación de bomberos) 1355 N Barlow StCornelius, OR 97113503-357-4093Luis Chavez | luisc@wccls.org www.ci.cornelius.or.us/libraryEste programa es apoyado en parte por el Instituto de Museo y Servicios Bibliotecarios (IMLS) por medio del Acto de Servicios Bibliotecarios y Tecnología (LSTA) , administrado por la Biblioteca del Estado de Oregón. This programis supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oregon State Library.
Visiting Storyland, Pt. 3
Continuing our adventures through Storyland, we now turn our attention to one of the greatest alphabet books ever written: Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin Jr. and John Archambault (illustrated by Lois Ehlert).
The story, the rhyme and the rhythm set Chicka Chicka Boom Boom apart from other alphabet books. It isn't a typical abecedary (a book that lists the letters of the alphabet from A to Z, usually with each letter getting its own picture). Instead, it sings a funny little tale of letters climbing a coconut tree. They climb and climb until the tree can't hold up under their weight and they all come crashing down.
Many early childhood educators don't advocate introducing children to the concept of letters in a big way until they are around 3 years old. The idea that symbols stand for sounds and that symbols can be grouped together to make up words is a pretty heady stuff for little learners.
There are really two critical early literacy skills involved when kids develop alphabetic knowledge (or Letter Knowledge): Vocabulary and Phonological Awareness.
First, kids learn that certain shapes have certain names. We call both the shapes "b" and "B" a [bee]. This type of understanding has to do with a child's vocabulary, or their knowledge of the names of things. There is no reason why toddlers who are talking shouldn't begin to learn the names of letters in fun and meaningful ways.
Second, kids learn that certain sounds are associated with certain letters. This is when the symbolic concepts come into the picture and things start to get really complicated. For example, the letter A can have many different sounds, depending on the word it is used in or its place in a word. The letter A has a different sound in each of these words: Apple, card and play. In Learning to Read the World Susan Neuman notes that "Between the ages of 4 and 7, children begin to try to translate the words they hear and can say into the letters that spell them."
The beauty of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is that it is just as fun for kids who have no letter knowledge as it is for kids who are already reading successfully. The musical cadence of the text makes the listening a pure delight all by itself!
Here are a few of my favorite letter knowledge activities for kids from babies to preschoolers:
BABIES - EARLY TODDLERS (0-18 months)
Play with shapes! Shapes make up letters. Having an understanding of shapes and recognizing shapes is a natural precursor to later letter knowledge. Playing with shape sorters, blocks and letter magnets are all great ways to introduce our littlest friends to letter in a fun and meaningful way.
TODDLERS - EARLY PRESCHOOLERS (18 months-3 years)
Introduce kids to their letter! The first letter of a child's name is very special. Kids love to identify with the shape that starts their name. Singing the alphabet song is another great way to introduce kids to the names of the letters.
PRESCHOOLERS - BEGINNING READERS (3 years-5 years)
Celebrate a letter of the week! Having a letter of the week is a fun way to focus on each letter. Point out the letter wherever you see it and talk about all of the different words that start with that letter. Play games that connect letters with their sounds like this silly version of My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean (courtesy of our good friends at the Deschutes Public Library).
The Storyland exhibit is on display at the the Portland Children's Museum until May 5, 2013. Visitors can beat out a rhythm, play with matching letters and crawl all over jumbo versions of five different letters. Contact your local Washington County library today and arrange to check out a Cultural Pass.
(photo above provided by Portland Children's Museum and used with permission)
Here is my current top ten list of favorite alphabet books:
Title: The ABC Bunny
Author: Wanda Gag
Find this book at your library
This classic book follows a bunny through a series of adventures through the alphabet. Very fun! Apparently, Wanda Gag's sister wrote a song to accompany: Check it out.
Title: Alphabatics
Author: Suse MacDonald
Find this book at your library
A very ingenious introduction to the alphabet. Each letter has a supporting picture. The coolest part is seeing how the letters engage in acrobatics (like the j as a spring on the cover).
Title: The Alphabet Book
Author: P. D. Eastman
Find this book at your library
Perfect for beginning readers! Very familiar words spotlight each letter of the alphabet. Fans of P.D. Eastman (Go, Dog. Go!) won't be disappointed!
Title: Eric Carle's ABC
Author: Eric Carle
Find this book at your library
Colorful ABC book packed full of familiar animals! A great vocabulary builder for little ones.
Title: Hooper Humperdink...? NOT HIM!
Author: Dr. Seuss
Illustrator: Scott Nash
Find this book at your library
A child names all of the kids being invited to a birthday party. This is a fantastic way to explore different names and the letters they start with! Sadly, my name isn't included. Maybe yours is!
Title: LMNO Peas
Author: Keith Baker
Find this book at your library
Funny little peas play all over the alphabet and show off what kinds of peas they are... from acrobats to zoologists!
Title: The Racecar Alphabet
Author: Brian Floca
Find this book at your library
Bounding energy follows racecars and the alphabet around the racetrack. The alphabet aspect isn't overstated. This is a must-read for fans of racecars!
Title: The Sleepy Little Alphabet
Author: Judy Sierra
Illustrator: Melissa Sweet
Find this book at your library
Like Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, this tells the story of little letters. This time, they are getting ready for bed!
Title: SuperHero ABC
Author: Bob McLeod
Find this book at your library
Superheroes represent the letters of the alphabet and fight crime at the same time! Very bright and attractive for kids who love action and adventure.
Title: Z is for Moose
Author: Kelly Bingham
Illustrator: Paul O. Zelinsky
Find this book at your library
Moose is very impatient! He can't wait for his turn to be "M is for Moose" The alphabet has never seen such nonstop hijinks!
The story, the rhyme and the rhythm set Chicka Chicka Boom Boom apart from other alphabet books. It isn't a typical abecedary (a book that lists the letters of the alphabet from A to Z, usually with each letter getting its own picture). Instead, it sings a funny little tale of letters climbing a coconut tree. They climb and climb until the tree can't hold up under their weight and they all come crashing down.
Many early childhood educators don't advocate introducing children to the concept of letters in a big way until they are around 3 years old. The idea that symbols stand for sounds and that symbols can be grouped together to make up words is a pretty heady stuff for little learners.
There are really two critical early literacy skills involved when kids develop alphabetic knowledge (or Letter Knowledge): Vocabulary and Phonological Awareness.
First, kids learn that certain shapes have certain names. We call both the shapes "b" and "B" a [bee]. This type of understanding has to do with a child's vocabulary, or their knowledge of the names of things. There is no reason why toddlers who are talking shouldn't begin to learn the names of letters in fun and meaningful ways.
Second, kids learn that certain sounds are associated with certain letters. This is when the symbolic concepts come into the picture and things start to get really complicated. For example, the letter A can have many different sounds, depending on the word it is used in or its place in a word. The letter A has a different sound in each of these words: Apple, card and play. In Learning to Read the World Susan Neuman notes that "Between the ages of 4 and 7, children begin to try to translate the words they hear and can say into the letters that spell them."
The beauty of Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is that it is just as fun for kids who have no letter knowledge as it is for kids who are already reading successfully. The musical cadence of the text makes the listening a pure delight all by itself!
Here are a few of my favorite letter knowledge activities for kids from babies to preschoolers:
BABIES - EARLY TODDLERS (0-18 months)
Play with shapes! Shapes make up letters. Having an understanding of shapes and recognizing shapes is a natural precursor to later letter knowledge. Playing with shape sorters, blocks and letter magnets are all great ways to introduce our littlest friends to letter in a fun and meaningful way.
TODDLERS - EARLY PRESCHOOLERS (18 months-3 years)
Introduce kids to their letter! The first letter of a child's name is very special. Kids love to identify with the shape that starts their name. Singing the alphabet song is another great way to introduce kids to the names of the letters.
PRESCHOOLERS - BEGINNING READERS (3 years-5 years)
Celebrate a letter of the week! Having a letter of the week is a fun way to focus on each letter. Point out the letter wherever you see it and talk about all of the different words that start with that letter. Play games that connect letters with their sounds like this silly version of My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean (courtesy of our good friends at the Deschutes Public Library).
The Storyland exhibit is on display at the the Portland Children's Museum until May 5, 2013. Visitors can beat out a rhythm, play with matching letters and crawl all over jumbo versions of five different letters. Contact your local Washington County library today and arrange to check out a Cultural Pass.
(photo above provided by Portland Children's Museum and used with permission)
Here is my current top ten list of favorite alphabet books:
Title: The ABC Bunny
Author: Wanda Gag
Find this book at your library
This classic book follows a bunny through a series of adventures through the alphabet. Very fun! Apparently, Wanda Gag's sister wrote a song to accompany: Check it out.
Title: Alphabatics
Author: Suse MacDonald
Find this book at your library
A very ingenious introduction to the alphabet. Each letter has a supporting picture. The coolest part is seeing how the letters engage in acrobatics (like the j as a spring on the cover).
Title: The Alphabet Book
Author: P. D. Eastman
Find this book at your library
Perfect for beginning readers! Very familiar words spotlight each letter of the alphabet. Fans of P.D. Eastman (Go, Dog. Go!) won't be disappointed!
Title: Eric Carle's ABC
Author: Eric Carle
Find this book at your library
Colorful ABC book packed full of familiar animals! A great vocabulary builder for little ones.
Title: Hooper Humperdink...? NOT HIM!
Author: Dr. Seuss
Illustrator: Scott Nash
Find this book at your library
A child names all of the kids being invited to a birthday party. This is a fantastic way to explore different names and the letters they start with! Sadly, my name isn't included. Maybe yours is!
Title: LMNO Peas
Author: Keith Baker
Find this book at your library
Funny little peas play all over the alphabet and show off what kinds of peas they are... from acrobats to zoologists!
Title: The Racecar Alphabet
Author: Brian Floca
Find this book at your library
Bounding energy follows racecars and the alphabet around the racetrack. The alphabet aspect isn't overstated. This is a must-read for fans of racecars!
Title: The Sleepy Little Alphabet
Author: Judy Sierra
Illustrator: Melissa Sweet
Find this book at your library
Like Chicka Chicka Boom Boom, this tells the story of little letters. This time, they are getting ready for bed!
Title: SuperHero ABC
Author: Bob McLeod
Find this book at your library
Superheroes represent the letters of the alphabet and fight crime at the same time! Very bright and attractive for kids who love action and adventure.
Title: Z is for Moose
Author: Kelly Bingham
Illustrator: Paul O. Zelinsky
Find this book at your library
Moose is very impatient! He can't wait for his turn to be "M is for Moose" The alphabet has never seen such nonstop hijinks!
Cuentos en español / Spanish Storytime
6:30 PM to 7:00 PM - Hillsboro Shute Park Branch:
Ven a escuchar cuentos que fomentán las habilidades de alfabetización temprana. / Come listen to stories that will encourage early literacy skills.
Language Exchange / Intercambio
5:00 PM to 6:00 PM - Cornelius Public Library: Spanish/ English Language ExchangeIntercambio de inglés y españolMondays starting February 4th5:00pm-7:00pmLunes empezando el 4 de febreroa las 5:00pm-7:00pm A FREE drop in opportunity for friendly practice if you are learning English or Spanish!¡Una oportunidad GRATUITA para practicar inglés o español en un lugar amistoso!at the Cornelius Public Library1355 N Barlow(next to the fire station/ junto a la estación de bomberos) This program is supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oregon State Library.Este programa es apoyado en parte por el Instituto de Museo y Servicios Bibliotecarios (IMLS) por medio del Acto de Servicios Bibliotecarios y Tecnología (LSTA) , administrado por la Biblioteca del Estado de Oregón.
Clases de Computación para principiantes
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM - Cornelius Public Library: ¡Totalmente Gratis!Venga y aprenda lo básico de computación¿Para qué se usan las computadoras?Usando programas y manejando nuestros archivos electrónicosNavegar el internetCrear una cuenta de correo electrónicoTaller libre para preguntas de cualquier otro tema¡Clases Empiezan el 6 de Febrero!¡No se requiere experiencia, ni registración!MiércolesSábadosClase: 5:30pm - 6:30pmClase: 1:00pm - 2:00pmTaller libre: 4:30pm - 5:30pmTaller libre: 2:00pm - 3:00pm Clases En La Biblioteca Pública de Cornelius(Enfrente de la estación de bomberos) 1355 N Barlow StCornelius, OR 97113503-357-4093Luis Chavez | luisc@wccls.org www.ci.cornelius.or.us/libraryEste programa es apoyado en parte por el Instituto de Museo y Servicios Bibliotecarios (IMLS) por medio del Acto de Servicios Bibliotecarios y Tecnología (LSTA) , administrado por la Biblioteca del Estado de Oregón. This programis supported in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services through the Library Services and Technology Act, administered by the Oregon State Library.
Intro al Internet
1:00 PM to 3:00 PM - Hillsboro Shute Park Branch: Busque y encuentre lo que necesita en el Internet en esta clase básica participativa. Perfecta para el principiante, esta clase se repite el tercer Sábado del mes.
Lectura de cuentos en Español / Spanish Family Storytime
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM - Cornelius Public Library: Colorín Colorado…Leamos en FamiliaUn futuro brillante empieza en un libro. Programa Gratuito cada sábado a las 12:00pmLa hora de Cuentos es patrocinado por los Amigos de la Biblioteca Pública de Cornelius.Horas: Lunes a Viernes de 10am a 7pm; Sábado de 10am a 5pm; Domingo de 12pm a 5pmLa Biblioteca Pública de Cornelius1355 N. Barlow St.503-357-4093www.cornelius.ci.or.us/library
Intercambio / Exchange
10:30 AM to 11:30 AM - Hillsboro Shute Park Branch: Practice English or Spanish and help others learn in a friendly atmosphere. Beginners welcome! Practique inglés o español y ayude a los demás que están aprendiendo en un ambiente amable. ¡Están bienvenidos los principiantes!
Actividades de Descubrimiento para la Niñez Temprana
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM - Forest Grove City Library: ¡Venga con sus niños de 18 meses hasta 6 años de edad para compartir con juguetes y libros especiales, conocer otros padres y madres y ayudar a su niño en su crecimiento! Visítenos entre 10am-12pm durante estos sábados:
Community Resource Fair in Tualatin, Saturday 3/16
The Tualatin Public Library is hosting their Community Resource Fair on Saturday, March 16th, from 1:00 to 4:00 pm. Visitors to the resource fair will be able to talk to representatives from local business and organizations, and learn more about the services they offer.
Free face painting! Groups such as Boys and Girls Aid, Red Cross of Oregon, FACT Oregon, Families for Independent Living, Ride Connection/Tri-Met, Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, and more will be on hand.
There will also be free face painting by UB Painted, and giveaways and fun crafts for the kids.
Learn more at the Tualatin Library's website.
Free face painting! Groups such as Boys and Girls Aid, Red Cross of Oregon, FACT Oregon, Families for Independent Living, Ride Connection/Tri-Met, Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, Virginia Garcia Memorial Health Center, and more will be on hand.
There will also be free face painting by UB Painted, and giveaways and fun crafts for the kids.
Learn more at the Tualatin Library's website.
Clases de Computación
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM - Tualatin Public Library: La Biblioteca está ofreciendo clases basicas de computación; estas clases se brindarán los viernes en el horario de 3:00 pm a 5:00 pm.
Los temas serán los siguientes:
Primer viernes: Informática básica
Segundo viernes: Correo electrónico y redes sociales
Tercer viernes: Microsoft Word
Cuarto viernes: Las Aplicaciones en Google
Se brindará la ayuda necesaria a los participantes con sus preguntas; estas clases no requiren inscripción por adelantado.
Para más información, llame a Annie Lewis, Bibliotecaria, al 503 691-3077.
The library offers computer classes in Spanish every Friday from 3:00pm-5:00pm. A new topic will be introduced each week including:
First Friday: Computer basics
Second Friday: Email and social networking
Third Friday: Microsoft Word
Fourth Friday: Google products
Time will be provided for questions and one-on-one assistance. Pre-registration is not required.For more information, please call Annie Lewis, Librarian, at 503 691-3077.
Fingerplay Fun Friday!
Trains have such an enchanting and rhythmic sound. Today's rhyme capitalizes on the bouncy cadence of locomotives: Clickety Clack
Clickety Clack
Clickety clack, a-long, a-long (move arms like train wheels)
A train is coming, a-chonk, a-chonk
Clickety clack a mile away (peer with hands over eyes)
It hasn't a second of time to stay (tap wrist)
It sing a noisy rackety song (hold hands over ears)
A rickety-rockety-rackety song
"Get off the track, it isn't where you belong!" (hitch thumb to side)
Over the bridge and across the lake (ride hand up and down an imaginary track)
A mile a minute it has to make
A clickety snake with clackety eyes (wiggle arm like snake then hold hands like binoculars)
It wriggles and jiggles along the ties (wiggle whole body)
It sings a noisy rackety song (hold hands over ears)
A rickety-rockety-rackety song
"Good-night little baby, in bed is where you belong ... sshhhhh!" (pretend to sleep)
I have presented Clickety Clack as an action rhyme for older toddlers and preschool-age kiddos, calling the whole body into the game. This fun interplay between words and body movements provides great gross motor skill practice. When children begin to learn how to write, they need to have good hand and eye coordination as well as upper-body muscle development. Clickety Clack is a wonderful example of how action rhymes can help prepare kids for later success in writing! Be patient, it may take a few tries before kids begin to master the movements.
For caregivers with younger children, this rhyme can work just as well as a lullaby. Forget the big body movements and simply pat out the rhythm on your lap. The sounds in the words compliment the soothing and repetitive sounds of a train so perfectly! Slow down your pace, add an occasional "hush" and you're good-to-go! In her must-read book Reading Magic, Mem Fox says that "Songs and rhymes provide comforting rhythms in children's early lives ... They are the natural extension to the heartbeat of the mother and the rhythmic rocking of a child in loving arms or in a cradle." Yep. That about sums it up.
For alternate versions of this rhyme and some interesting history, visit here and here.
Clickety Clack
Clickety clack, a-long, a-long (move arms like train wheels)
A train is coming, a-chonk, a-chonk
Clickety clack a mile away (peer with hands over eyes)
It hasn't a second of time to stay (tap wrist)
It sing a noisy rackety song (hold hands over ears)
A rickety-rockety-rackety song
"Get off the track, it isn't where you belong!" (hitch thumb to side)
Over the bridge and across the lake (ride hand up and down an imaginary track)
A mile a minute it has to make
A clickety snake with clackety eyes (wiggle arm like snake then hold hands like binoculars)
It wriggles and jiggles along the ties (wiggle whole body)
It sings a noisy rackety song (hold hands over ears)
A rickety-rockety-rackety song
"Good-night little baby, in bed is where you belong ... sshhhhh!" (pretend to sleep)
I have presented Clickety Clack as an action rhyme for older toddlers and preschool-age kiddos, calling the whole body into the game. This fun interplay between words and body movements provides great gross motor skill practice. When children begin to learn how to write, they need to have good hand and eye coordination as well as upper-body muscle development. Clickety Clack is a wonderful example of how action rhymes can help prepare kids for later success in writing! Be patient, it may take a few tries before kids begin to master the movements.
For caregivers with younger children, this rhyme can work just as well as a lullaby. Forget the big body movements and simply pat out the rhythm on your lap. The sounds in the words compliment the soothing and repetitive sounds of a train so perfectly! Slow down your pace, add an occasional "hush" and you're good-to-go! In her must-read book Reading Magic, Mem Fox says that "Songs and rhymes provide comforting rhythms in children's early lives ... They are the natural extension to the heartbeat of the mother and the rhythmic rocking of a child in loving arms or in a cradle." Yep. That about sums it up.
For alternate versions of this rhyme and some interesting history, visit here and here.
Hora de cuentos / Spanish Storytime
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM - Tualatin Public Library: Se presentan cuentos, rimas, canciones, y manualidades para familias con niños de todas edades.
Storytime in Spanish. Presenting stories, songs, rhymes and crafts for families with children of all ages.
We have a winner for the 2013 Teen Summer Reading Art Contest!
We are proud to announce the winner of our 2013 Teen Summer Reading Art Contest - Kait Baird! A ninth-grader at the Beaverton School District’s Arts & Communication Magnet Academy, Kait has been awarded top honors for her unique design depicting a person catching fish with very special bait - a book! Kait's design will appear on all countywide Teen Summer Reading publicity this summer.
Kait Baird's winning entry This is the fourth year that WCCLS has encouraged young artists to submit designs representative of our summer reading theme. Over 40 pieces were submitted and on March 12th, a panel of teen librarians met to review feedback collected from local Teen Library Councils. The vote was unanimous - Kait Baird’s piece best represented the 2013 Summer Reading Program and the "Beneath the Surface" theme.
Kait was awarded Honorable Mention in the past two contests. “It has been a real treat watching Kait’s artistic style develop over the past few years,” said Rick Samuelson, Youth Services Librarian with WCCLS. “She is quite a young talent!”
Second Place - Zoe Ahrednt
The Second Place winner of the contest this year is Zoe Ahrendt, from Liberty High School in Hillsboro. The judges also awarded an Honorable Mention to Ashleigh Imwalle of Tigard High School. Kait will receive a $150 gift card to Powell’s Books. The Second Place and Honorable Mention winners will receive gift cards for Dick Blick Art Materials.
Congratulations to the winners and thanks to all the Washington County teens who participated in this year's contest!
Honorable Mention - Ashleigh Imwalle
Kait Baird's winning entry This is the fourth year that WCCLS has encouraged young artists to submit designs representative of our summer reading theme. Over 40 pieces were submitted and on March 12th, a panel of teen librarians met to review feedback collected from local Teen Library Councils. The vote was unanimous - Kait Baird’s piece best represented the 2013 Summer Reading Program and the "Beneath the Surface" theme.
Kait was awarded Honorable Mention in the past two contests. “It has been a real treat watching Kait’s artistic style develop over the past few years,” said Rick Samuelson, Youth Services Librarian with WCCLS. “She is quite a young talent!”
Second Place - Zoe Ahrednt
The Second Place winner of the contest this year is Zoe Ahrendt, from Liberty High School in Hillsboro. The judges also awarded an Honorable Mention to Ashleigh Imwalle of Tigard High School. Kait will receive a $150 gift card to Powell’s Books. The Second Place and Honorable Mention winners will receive gift cards for Dick Blick Art Materials.
Congratulations to the winners and thanks to all the Washington County teens who participated in this year's contest!
Honorable Mention - Ashleigh Imwalle
