Fun & Games

Notable art titles for youth, all of which received starred reviews in Booklist during the past 12 months.

Art & Max
By David Wiesner, K–Gr. 3
In this playful mind-stretcher about two lizards at their easels, multiple-Caldecott winner Wiesner invites viewers to think about art’s fundamentals: line, color, shape, and imaginative freedom.

Looking for ways to keep the kids entertained on a rainy day?

Creative Kids at Home has a step by step guide to creating a treasure hunt.

Looking for ways to keep your children entertained during summer vacation?  Enlist their help in growing a garden.  It’s a great outdoor activity that provides many opportunities for kids to learn about ecology, biology and nutrition.

Recommended Books

(Grades 3-6)

Cherokee

The Origin of the Milky Way and Other Living Stories of the Cherokee

Edited by Barbara Duncan

Suited for kids ages nine to 12, The Origin of the Milky Way is filled with traditional stories told in the voice of Cherokee elders.

The Great Ball Game of the Birds & Animals

By Deborah L.

Sebastian (Super Sleuth) and the Time Capsule Caper

By Mary Blount Christian

Investigate clues with dog detective Sebastian while he unravels the mysterious disappearance of contents from a family’s 60-year-old time capsule.

Check out these recommendations from the Great Early Elementary Reads program.

From Association for Library Services to Children

36 Games Kids Love to Play

By Adrian Harrison

Indoor and outdoor games with straightforward instructions that make it easy for kids to learn.

Also of Interest

PBS Kids

Find games and other activities from your favorite PBS shows!

Yahoo! Kids

From Yahoo!

Night at the Museum

From 20th Century Fox Home Entertainment

Larry Daley has a hard time staying employed, so he applies for what thinks will be an easy job as a night shift security guard at the American Museum of Natural History. However, an ancient curse makes all the exhibits come to life at night, and Daley must learn how to manage all the chaos so he can keep his job.

Team Challenges: 170+ Group Activities to Build Cooperation, Communication, and Creativity

By Kris Bordess

Shawn Johnson Olympic Champion: The Story Behind the Smile

Published by Lexicon