CHICAGO PUBLIC LIBRARY

“A School Library is Like the Bat Cave: it’s a safe fortress in a chaotic world, a source of knowledge and the lair of a superhero.” - Tom Angleberger 

“The best candy shop a child can be left alone in, is the library” - Maya Angelou

Goodnight iPad: A Parody for the Next Generation

Oh, how times have changed.

“In a bright buzzing room, in the glow of the moon-and iPhones and Androids and Blackberries too-it is time to say goodnight…

Modern life is abuzz. There are huge LCD WiFi HD TVs and Facebook requests and thumbs tapping texts and new viral clips of cats doing flips. Wouldn’t it be nice to say goodnight to all that? Like the rest of us who cannot resist just a few more scrolls and clicks, you may find yourself ready for bed while still clinging to your electronics long after dark.

This book, which is made of paper, is a reminder for the child in all of us to power down at the end of the day. This hilarious parody not only pokes loving fun at the bygone quiet of the original classic, but also at our modern plugged-in lives. It will make you laugh, and it will also help you put yourself and your machines to sleep. Don’t worry, though. Your gadgets will be waiting for you, fully charged, in the morning.”

Click here to buy Goodnight iPad today!

Their First Library Cards!

Isabel & Jasmine got their first library cards last week! Congratulations to you both! 

Send us photos of your first library cards (to firstcards@chipublib.org) and we will give a shout out to your kids on the CPL Facebook Page!

Dr. Suess Party At The Lacey Public Library

There is nothing better than seeing kids learn in fun, and interactive ways. What better way to learn about one of the greatest authors in history than by throwing a birthday party? That’s what the Lacy Public Library did for children, and Dr. Suess

“We celebrated Dr. Seuss at the Lacey Libary for his birthday, and it was delightful.  We opened with a short little storytime, Just an abridged version of ‘Happy Birthday to You!” and a flannel board of Gertrude McFuzz.”

Click here for more adorable pictures from the Lacey Library Dr. Suess Party!