February is Black History Month and an ideal time to learn about and recognize the contributions and history of African Americans.  The following are some great books to read for Black History Month (or any time).  Some describe our different histories while others show the joys and challenges that are shared by children of all colors as they learn and grow.

Click here for a list of books at our library!

Pre-school Storytime is offered free for children who are independent listeners, 3 ½  to 5 years old. Children enjoy rhymes, fingerplays, songs, puppets, crafts and of course, STORIES! Thirty minute classes are held on Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. Each session is four consecutive weeks. Register for one or both sessions.

• Session II -  Begins Tuesday, March 2
• Session III - Begins Tuesday, April 13

Toddler Lapsit is offered free for children who are 2 years old to 3 ½ years old, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Toddler Lapsit is intended to provide an introduction to the Library through nursery rhymes, fingerplays, songs, puppets and picture books. Thirty minute classes are held on Mondays at 11:00 a.m. Each session is four consecutive weeks. Register for one or both sessions.

• Session II -  Begins Monday, March 1
• Session III - Begins Monday, April 12
  

Register online, in person or by calling the library.

Join us for our monthly Family Movie! Refreshments will be available for purchase at a nominal charge to benefit the Teen Advisory Group. No ticket or registration is required.

Valentine Tic-Tac-Toe Craft

Make your own version of this classic game. The playing pieces are replaced by hearts for our valentine inspired craft.

Pre-registration is required either in person, by telephone (586) 445-5407 or  online.

Bookmark Contest

March has become known as reading month. What could be better than a whole month devoted to books? It also means it's time for the Roseville Public Library's annual bookmark contest. Our theme this year is Community's thrive @ your library. The winning bookmarks will be printed in color and distributed in the Library. Stop by the Youth Services Area for bookmarks from prior contests and an application for the contest or download one here.

Reading 101

Parents who would like to help their child develop or enhance their reading skills might like to encourage their children to use “read-alongs.” Our library offers read-alongs sets (CD and cassette) for younger children. The Dr. Seuss read-along sets feature rhyming, repetition and silly characters that help make them a favorite with the young ones. The Seuss read-along sets also include page-turn signals for the youngster that wants to read “independently.   For the elementary and secondary school readers the unabridged audiobooks and texts are separate. Here are some suggestions from  our children’s  librarian.