Kids' News Archive Journal

The 2013 Caldecott & Newbery Medal Winners

Morton Public Library District — Tue, 29 Jan 2013 15:55:51 +0000

The 2013 Caldecott Medal winner is This Is Not My Hat, written and illustrated by Jon Klassen, published by Candlewick Press. Go to ALA's Caldecott webpage for more information about this year's Caldecott Winner and Honor books.

The 2013 Newbery Medal winner is The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate, published by HarperCollins Children's Books. Go to ALA's Newbery webpage for more information about this year's Newbery Winner and Honor books.

What is Playaway View®?

Morton Public Library District — Tue, 01 May 2012 19:00:00 +0000

Education meets entertainment with the first self-playing, pre-loaded, all-in-one video player, exclusive to libraries. Playaway View® is pre-loaded with multiple videos, offering the best in award-winning programs, popular

Fun at the Library

Morton Public Library District — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 02:20:00 +0000

There are many things to do at the library...

Play Wii at the library. Families are invited to register for a time slot to play Wii at the library. Choose a game from Wii Sports or try Wii Fit for fun. Call and register for a 20-minute time slot.
New large puzzles are available from 40-100 pieces in the juvenile area.
Children may bring books in good condition and swap them for books from the Children's Swap Box located near the Children's desk.
Make a craft at the Craft Table.
Checkers and board games are available to play in the juvenile area. Challenge Mrs. Snoke to a game of BLINK!
Find a treasure in our Book Sale.

Bring the whole family and enjoy opportunities for fun at the library!