Master gardener in a bag program
The University of Illinois Extension Ford-Iroquois Master Gardeners have developed a resource program for K-5 students called "Master Gardener in a Bag" as a new way to reach communities. These kits are free and available to the public by request. They have developed three topics of interest, and each topic is contained in a take home kit, which will include all the materials needed for a child (with a parent) to complete the activity. The kits are:
Seed Starting: an introduction to seed starting and how seeds grow. Materials include: directions for homemade paper pots, seed starting mix, seeds, zipper bags, activity sheets, and instructions.
Leaf Books: an introduction to tree identification by their leaves. Materials include: a "Leaf Keeper" booklet, paper, instructions page, and online resources for tree identification.
Pollinators: an introduction to pollinators and their importance. Materials include: a packet of information about various forms of pollinators, including Monarch Butterflies, and an activity booklet for older students and hands-on activity for younger students.
If you are interested in any of these kits or have any questions, please contact the library by phone (217-386-2783) or email (lodalibrary@gmail.com).
Other Great Links for Kids
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Biblionasium
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Biblionasium
Safe and fun social reading community. The safe alternative "Goodreads" for kids. Parents and teachers can set up groups, assign books and track student progress.
Freerice
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Biblionasium
Fun and challenging website that helps feed the hungry. As you play Freerice and answer questions right, advertisements appear on your screen. When you see one of these advertisements, you trigger a financial payment to the World Food Programme (WFP) to support its work saving and changing lives around the world.