Children’s Book Week is a biannual event and in 2021 it will take place May 3-9 and November 8-14! Children’s Book Week, established in 1919, is not only a celebration of books, but of connection. This celebration of children’s literature unites kids and adults with books, authors, and illustrators in order to foster a love […]
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November is Family Literacy Month
November is National Family Literacy Month. Studies show that reading aloud with a parent or caregiver is the most important activity when it comes to preparing children to read on their own. Reading helps with vocabulary, writing skills, attention span, memory, and teaches children about other cultures. Even if your child is a baby or […]
We’re Thankful for YOU this Thanksgiving!
We’re giving thanks for another busy year here at the APL. The building continues to buzz with activity, with study desks, easy chairs and charging stations serving visitors from near and far every day. Library patrons are coming in and looking for large print books, meeting fellow caregivers at storytime, spending time at the puzzle […]
2018 Summer Reading is Here!
Looking for some fun, FREE activities this summer? Join the Community Wide Summer Reading Program! It’s open to all ages, so every member of your family can join. The Community Wide Summer Reading Program is brought to you by the Attleboro Public Library & our partners: the Attleboro Public Schools, the Attleboro YMCA, the Attleboro […]