Services and Programs for Kids and Teens
STEAM Club:
STEAM Club is geared toward 2nd-5th graders. Younger children are welcome with adult supervision.
Tabletop
Gaming Club
All Ages Welcome
Meets 1st & 3rd Thursdays
@ Pleasant Plains
5:30 - 7pm.
"Busy Boxes" for
Busy Bodies!
Bust boredom and enjoy "together time" with your little one with our NEW Literacy Kits!
These theme-based "busy boxes" are full of books, games, and activities designed to help your child learn through play!
Literacy Kits are available for checkout at both locations through the
generous support
of West Central
Childcare
Connections.
Music and Movement sessions will be held 2nd (in Ashland) and 4th (in Plains) Saturday of each month from 11-11:30am. It will be a time to listen to music, make connections with your body and develop motor skills.
Technology Club
Technology Club is a new experience for Middle School and High School aged kids who are into technology, coding and computer related learning. We will meet every other month on Saturdays in Pleasant Plains.
Storylineonline.net showcases celebrity readers sharing favorite stories.
Vooks.com provides a kid-safe, add-free streaming library of read-along, animated storybooks.
Learnathome.scholastic.com offers learning activities and parent resources supporting learners ages 4 to 10 (monthly subscription required).
Looking for something NEW?
Check-out our children's Book Bundles! Each "grab and go" bag includes a selection of books on popular topics, seasonal themes, favorite characters, or best-loved authors. Our librarians can also create a book bundle for you based on reading level, favorite topics, or characters of your choice.
New! Book Bundles are available in both library locations. Grab one today and get reading!
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME
Storytimes are geared toward our youngest patrons: ages 0 to pre-K and their caregivers. Join us for stories, songs, play and more each Monday at 10 in Plains and Wednesday at 10 am in Ashland. We plan to enjoy story times outside; weather permitting, so please bring a blanket or chair. Please be aware that masking is required inside the library for patrons 2 and up regardless of vaccination status.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
This is a FREE, self-guided program that encourages you and your child to read 1000 books before he or she starts Kindergarten! For each "100" books listed as read to your child, he or she is eligible to choose a prize from the library to encourage and reward both their efforts and yours! When the 1000 Books level is reached, your child will receive a T-shirt gift from Prairie Skies Public Library that they may wear to Kindergarten, or we are told...everywhere including for pj's!!
We currently have over 100 children and their families reading their way to 1,000 books and their T-shirt prize! If you are interested in learning more or signing up, please contact Deb at 476-3417.
Congratulations to our T-shirt winners! More coming soon!
Gabe 12/5/2016
Elise 2/13/2017
Emily 7/31/2017
Everett 6/23/2017
Devlin 8/12/2017
Alaina 1/13/2018
Maycee 9/6/2018
Addison 2/8/2019
Elsie 8/13/2019
Lydia 6/8/2020
Briley 6/9/2020
Emma 7/27/21
Rowan 9/2/2021
Ethan 3/2022
Joseph 8/14/23
Who will be next?
Remember...if your child participates in the Summer Reading program and 1000 Books, you may count time spent/and book titles for both programs! Many of you are close to reaching your goals! Your picture could be here before you know it!! Keep reading!
Support for Learning: At School and At Home
Your library staff can help you find resources to support your child's learning, whether they are learning at home, at school, or exploring special interests or hobbies.
Time for a study break? We have a large selection of DVDs at both locations! You may place your own holds through our online catalog, or we will be glad to assist you.