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The Kids Corner From the Islip Public Library
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Games, Activities, Book Recommendations, Fun Videos and More!
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GRAB ‘N GO SCHOOL PREP BOOK BAGS
Do your children need a refresher in terms of reading and other school subjects? It is time for children to head back to school and we want to help them get ready. We are introducing Back to School Grab-n-Go Bags for children ages pre-school to 6th grade. These custom-made bags will contain books of your choosing such as the alphabet, math, inspiring picture books, interesting non-fiction subjects, favorite literature and more. We will even include one of our fun Grab-n-Go crafts and a prize! Give us a call at 631-581-5933 and together we will create the perfect bag for your children. |
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Grab ‘n Go Crafts
Place your order for curbside pickup, 631.581.5933 |
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NEW! Pool Noodle Crafts
Interest level:
Kindergarten – 4th Grade |
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NEW! Magnetic Mermaid Mirror
Interest level:
Kindergarten- 4th Grade |
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Clawing Crabs
Interest level:
3rd – 6th Grade |
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Back to School Locker
Interest level:
Kindergarten – 6th Grade |
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Rockin’ Robot
Interest level:
Ages 2.5 – 1st Grade |
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UPCOMING VIRTUAL LIBRARY PROGRAMS
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Musical Mother Goose and More!
Interest: Infant - 5 years old. Have fun with songs, fingerplays and rhymes! |
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Kids’ Tuesday Yoga With Miss Christi
Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Tuesday, August 18 @ 7:00 pm &
Saturdays, September 12, 26 @ 9:00 am
Interest: Family
Join Miss Christi for Yoga! Yoga is a fun activity for all ages. It helps to connect mind, body and the inner playful spirit. Learn to dance, sing and do poses as well as get out the sillies! |
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Fun Friday Storytime
Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Every Friday @ 10:30 am
Interest: Ages 2.5 - Grade 1
Come and hang out with Ms. Ferrari to hear some stories, learn some facts, sing some songs, and more!
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Shake ‘N Make Music: Heather Welkes, Transportation
Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Tuesday, August 25 @ 10:30 am
Interest: Ages infant – 5 years
Miss Heather turns it up a notch, using shaker eggs, rhythm sticks, and more to get kids up and moving. Bring your shaker and drum! A shaker can be a box of pasta or a tupperware with beans. A drum can be an oatmeal or bread crumb container and a wooden spoon! |
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Sweet Dreams Storytime
Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Thursday, August 27 @ 7:00 pm
Interest: infants – Grade 1
Listen to stories, sing songs and do some stretches to get kids ready for bedtime. |
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Under the Sea: BenAnna Band
Facebook Live via our Facebook PageFriday, August 28 @ 7:00 pmInterest: FamilyJoin Islip Public Library and the BenAnna Band for a radical and nautical, cozily comfortable yet ultimately unforgettable evening set of under-the-sea songs! |
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Chef Rob's Virtual Family Baking, Chocolate Chip Cookie Pie
Saturday, September 12 @ 11:00 am Interest: Ages 4y - Grade 6 Facebook Live via our Facebook Page
Bake a chocolate chip cookie pizza with Chef Rob. Register today. Pick up dry ingredients starting on Wednesday, September 9 at our curbside pickup location. Patrons need to supply all wet ingredients (eggs, milk...). Please Note: Only one bag of dry ingredients per family. Watch program on Saturday, September 12 with Chef Rob and bake with him live, or anytime thereafter at your leisure. |
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Chef Rob's Virtual Family Baking, Snickerdoodle Blondies
Tuesday, September 15 @ 6:30 pm Interest: 4y - Grade 6 If you like snickerdoodles then you will want to make delicious snickerdoodle blondies with simply creative Chef Rob Scott. Register today. Pick up dry ingredients starting on Wednesday, September 9 at our curbside pickup location. Patrons need to supply all wet ingredients (eggs, milk...). Please Note: Only one bag of dry ingredients per family. Watch program on Tuesday, September 15 with Chef Rob and bake with him live, or anytime thereafter at your leisure. |
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See all our virtual programs here. |
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WATCH OUR PREVIOUS VIRTUAL PROGRAMS!
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| | Virtual Chat with Children’s Book Author Dan Gutman
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| | Musical Mother Goose and More!
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| Paper Mario: The Origami King
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| | Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town
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| The Wizard’s Cookbook
By Aurelia Beaupommier
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| | The Disney Princess Cookbook
By Cynthia Littlefield
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| | Nancy Drew Cookbook
By Carolyn Keene
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| | Fairy Tale Feasts
By Jane Yolen
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| | The Star Wars Cookbook: Wookiee Cookies
By Robin Davis
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| | Roald Dahl’s Revolting Recipes
By Josie Fison and Felicity Dahl
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FUN ONLINE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS |
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An iconic building and official residence of The Queen, Buckingham Palace has been the focus of many moments of national celebration, from Jubilees and weddings to VE Day and the annual Trooping the Colour which marks The Queen's official birthday. It is also a busy working building welcoming tens of thousands of people through its gates each year for Investitures, Garden Parties, Audiences and other events.
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Easy to follow crafts and ideas for all age groups from RedTedArt.com. The crafts are designed to be made from every day items, so you can usually get crafting straight away!
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Fun and easy at home science experiments!
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| Download adult and kids eBooks and audiobooks with either OverDrive or Libby. Both apps let you borrow the same free digital content, however, Libby is designed to make finding, borrowing, and enjoying free ebooks and audiobooks easier than ever! Download the OverDrive or Libby App in your App Store or Google Play. |
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| | FlIP through over 150 popular magazines including People, Time, and Prevention. There are magazines for teens and children's too including National Geographic and Highlights! Download the Flipster App in your App Store or Google Play.
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| Brainfuse live tutoring help
Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies and more. Also includes an Adult Learning Center where you can access a library of rich adult learning content and live, professional assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more! |
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