I only wrote posts for two of the six programs that were held during summer reading. Instead of going back and writing each individual post down I am just going to summarize here. This summers theme was On Your Mark, Get Set, READ a health and fitness program. The first week I did miniature golf with the children in the library, using bookends as holes and bringing in a few putters for different size children. The second week we did Nutrition where the children were supposed to guess what is in the bag by smell and where they learned that some foods are good for you and some are not.
The third week I did an obstacle course using pool noodles as jumps and hoops to through stuff through, cones for weaving and giant frisbees to play with. The kids had a blast, and many wanted to do it over and over.
Fourth week I did Ninja Training. This was a different type of obstacle course but it definitely grew on the one the week before. The children made origami throwing stars which they threw through one of three hoops. They then did a mini egg and spoon race, crawled on their bellies and walked across a 2x4 for balance. Finally I used some pool noodles to make samurai swords for the children to play with.
Week 5 was the Science of Sports. We did do all balls bounce? As an experiment.
Last but not least was Week 6 and Horses at the Library! I got a local farm to come with a couple of their horses, one pony and one mini, and let the kids brush them while they learned about the sport of horseback riding. Lots of people came to this one so it was a fantastic way to wrap up the summer.
Coming Soon: Fall Program Posts Coming in October!
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