Tweens

Calendar of Events Adults Teens Children ============ Academic Resources Evansville Courier Press Online Health & Wellness Resources Inspire Language Learning LHPL Social Media Reader's Advisory WorldBook Online WOWbrary	Discover free programs throughout the year for tweens ages 3rd-5th grade. Check the calendar of events for details on STEM activities, movies, and much more! If you have questions, please call Shannon Werne, youth librarian at 812-937-7170 or email her at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. We have many free programs, events, and services for tweens. Children can get help with their homework or take part in summer learning programs. We also offer homeschool help and resources for parents, caregivers, and teachers in their work with children. There are always new ways for tweens and their families to stay engaged! Libraries today offer much more than books, movies, and quiet spaces! Literacy, play, and STEM exploration are built into our tween programs, so your family can enjoy the Library in new and exciting ways as you read, learn, connect, and create! Our tween collection includes materials for ages 3rd-5th grade including chapter books, fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, audiobooks, Playaways, Wonderbooks, DVDs, and book kits. We also have an extensive eLibrary collection! To learn more about how we choose materials, see our Collection Development Policy.
	Special Olympics Young Athletes Backpack: Lincoln Heritage Public Library was fortunate to receive three amazing backpacks to get all kids outside and moving. Rainy day no problem. There are so many activities you can do with the included items. These are for LHPL patrons and will not transit. Please stop by and check out yours this weekend. The Chrisney Branch has one backpack and Dale has two backpacks that can be checked out for a week, with no renewals. each backpack contains sports equipment (1 ball, 4 scarves, 2 tennis racquets, 2 fun birds, 4 bean bags, 1 ringed set of activity cards- as seen in the picture attached) 3 books in each bag from the following list: "Unstuck" by Stephen Groner "Say Something" by Peter H. Reynolds "Do Unto Otters" by Laurie Keller "Pass It On" by Sophy Henn "My Brother Charlie" by Holly Robinson Peete "I am Jackie Robinson (Ordinary People Change the World)" by Brad Meltzer "I Like Myself" by Karen Beaumont "Not Your Typical Dragon" by Dan Bar-el "Giraffes Can't Dance" by Giles Andreae
	Dale: Book Club: (ages 8-11 yrs) 1st Tuesday Tuesday, October 4; November 1; December 6 from 5:30-6:15 p.m. The first book we will be reading is "Tracker" by Gary Paulsen. The first 10 youth to sign up will receive a copy of the book to keep. We will read sections of the book and then socialize with some fun activities. Snacks will be provided.
	Dale: Homeschool Solutions: (all ages) 1st and 3rd Fridays October 7 & 21; November 4 & 18; December 2 & 16 from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Homeschooling has been becoming popular in our area. Here at LHPL, we are exploring different types of resources for our patrons. We provide art activities, socialization, and resource materials for our young patrons so parents can get together and talk about issues, achievements, and any other situations that may arise.
	Dale: Creation Station: (ages 5-12 yrs) 2nd Tuesday Tuesday, October 11, November 8, December 13 from 5:30-6:15 p.m. Do you like to get crafty? Do you like to experiment with different things? Or do you just like to work with different materials and build stuff? If so you will love the creation station. Each month there will be different challenges, different crafts, and different experiments.
	Chrisney: StoryWalk®: This is for all ages. Stroll the 1/2-mile walk between the Chrisney Branch and Chrisney Elementary. Who doesn't love getting exercise while reading a funny story along the way? Enjoyable for the entire family. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy under our solar-paneled pavilion. Books by Month on the StoryWalk® "Skeleton for Dinner" by Margery Cuyler
	Dale: Karen Moran Memorial StoryWalk® : This activity is for readers of all ages. Take a walk around the Dale Branch starting at the back patio near the Dale Community Center. On Monday, April 23, 2018, Lincoln Heritage Public Library dedicated an outdoor story walk with a ribbon-cutting in memory of former library director, Karen Moran, who passed away in 2017. Karen served as the library director from 1997-to 2008. The inaugural story was Karen's favorite book "Heidi". Books by Month on the StoryWalk® "Tractor Mac Builds a Barn" by Billy Steers
	LHPL Pen Pal Club: Join our LHPL Pen Pal Club for our local Homebound & Nursing Home Residents. For ages 7 yrs. & up Simply request an application and we will match you with a pen pal. You can write your letters at the library or at home. Simply sharing a handwritten note, a funny story, or your favorite poem, can make a senior feel connected with their community and overcome any feeling of loneliness they may be experiencing. Registration forms, letter templates, and free envelopes are available at LHPL. To register, please email Justine Thomas at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. Your message or hand-written note is a simple gesture that can go a long way and will make a Senior’s day. We will mail them. We will mail them to you no postage is required.