New Juvenile Chapter Book Review: Ruby Lu, star of the show

By Lenore LookCall Number: J LOOK, LPages: 136Grades 1-3Ruby Lu is back and starting the 3rd grade! In the latest of the Ruby Lu series, we follow Ruby as she deals not only with the changes of starting a new school year but with the changes that come when her father loses his job. Her cousin, Flying Duck, who communicates through Chinese sign language, her brother Oscar, dog Elvis, and neighborhood friends as usual, are always there to help her get through these changes.When Ruby realizes how desperately the family needs extra money, she and her friends come up with some ideas that can save the family. Though Ruby has the best of intentions,...

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New Book Review: I feel Better with a frog in my throat: History’s Strangest Cures

By Carlyn BecciaCall Number: J 615.88 BECPages: 48Best for grades 1-5Pop-Quiz time! Did any of these cures help with a cough?A. Caterpillar fungus (Ancient China)B. Frog Soup (Sixteenth-century England)C. Cherry Bark (Ancient Native American)In a multiple choice format “I feel better with a frog in my throat: History’s Strangest Curse” presents many common maladies like colds, sore throats, wounds, stomachache, fevers, and headaches with a verity of cures and treatments that people throughout time relied on. You’ll find out that some worked better than others. My favorite was learning about how people throughout time cured and treated wounds:...

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Hot Off The New Books Display!

The New Picture Books display is probably my favorite browsing spot in the library. There is almost always something exciting just begging to be seen in its shiny new plastic cover. This morning was one of those mornings when I happily found several new books by consistently wonderful authors. As my eyes scanned the shelf my mutterings (yes, I was alone) sounded something like this, "Oooo, a new Emma Dodd book. Oohhh, a new David McPhail. Whoa, a new Phillip Stead book. Wow, and a new Rosemary Wells!" I Love My MommyBy: Giles Andreae Illustrated by: Emma DoddA very sweet and simple rhyming book that lists all of the things baby loves about his...

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GameUp

GameUp is BrainPop.com's recently unveiled website featuring educational (and fun!) games for smarty-pants students. BrainPop has designed a few of their own games, such as Chronopticon, in which players have to help Tim and Moby operate a time machine based on the movements of the solar system, and have also commisioned several outside organizations, including Nobelprize.org and the Space Science Institute, to create others.All of the games on GameUp feature charming animated characters and audio. A stand-out for me is the Diabetic Dog Game that asks players to care of an adorable dog by making sure his blood sugar levels do not get too high...

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Captain Underpants Party

Like the crazy and courageous Captain Underpants? Well join us and unleash you inner silly superhero with games, crafts and goofy fun at our Captain Underpants Party!Friday, August 192:00-3:30 p.m.Grades 2-5Registration required. Sign up at the Children's Desk or call (503) 350-3600.-...

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Brick Builders Creations for August

Here are picturess of some of the creations at August's Brick Builders.Join us next month (the second Saturday of every month) to build you own creation.Saturday, September 10th10:30-11:30 a.m.Grades 1-5Registration required. Sign up at the Children's Desk or call (503) 350-3600.-...

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New Book Review: 13 Photos Children Should Know

By Brad FingerCall number J 909.82 FIN45 pagesBest for ages 8-12What better way to learn history than by learning through the eyes of the people who lived through it? In 13 photos children should know momentous events are captured on film and presented on a large page spread complete with information surrounding the event and a little bit about the photograph.Some moments children may already be familiar with through school or popular culture, such as Martin Luther King Jr.’s “I Have a Dream” speech, or they may even remember the event such as the 2008 Olympic games in China or last year’s disastrous oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.Others might...

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August 10 = Last Chance to Pick up Summer Reading Prizes!

Summer Reading is winding down to a close.This Wednesday, August 10th, is the last day that kids who have finished their 15 hours of reading can pick up their Summer Reading Prizes at the Beaverton Library and the Murray-Scholls Branch.When you finish summer reading you'll receive a fun folder full of prize coupons AND you'll be able to pick out a brand new book to keep!August 10 is also the day of our Oaks Park Party! Be sure to join in the fun!-...

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Family Movie at the Library

Monday, August 8, 20112:00 PMLibrary auditoriumFor all ages.Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult.This film is 96 minutes and raged G.-...

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Free Math worksheets Kindergarten - 7 | Maze game lkg

Maze Analytically differentiate between numbers and alphabetsLogically sequence numbers from 1 to 20Visually find the correct way out of the mazeFor more information visit 10on10...

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Free Math worksheets Kindergarten - 6 | Count the parts of human body

Parts Of The Body Visually count the different parts of our body.Write the number of each part of the body as identified in numerals and number words.From this, learn how numbers are used and exist in practical situations around us.For more information visit 10on10...

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Free Math worksheets Kindergarten - 5 | Visual Measurement concept of width

Fatty Bears Visually understand how to measure objects using parts of our bodyVisually understand the meaning of the term 'wide'Logically measure the width of an obj...

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Free Math worksheets Kindergarten - 4 | Counting and numbering from 1 to 10 ,20

Counting from 1 to 10 the fun and cool way to let kids count in all directions. This worksheet also improve visual and analytical skillsrequired for kids in Kindergarten.Hanging Fruits Logically understand the meaning of primary numbers 1 to 10Logically count the number of objectsAnalytically sequence and write numbers from 1 to 10For more information visit 10on10...

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Free Math worksheets Kindergarten - 3 | Counting and numbering from 1 to 10 ,20

A Really Fun Math game Floors And Windows Skills developed by kindergarten kids with this exercise:Logical sequence numbers from 1 to 10Understand the difference between top & bottom and left & rightCorrectly sequence numbers from bottom to top and left to rightVisit 10on10.in for more informat...

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Free Math worksheets Kindergarten - 2 | Spot the Hidden numbers and Counting

Spot The Hidden Numbers in this math worksheet - Part of Cool fun games and math activities for Kindergarten kidsSay out loudly, the primary numbers from 1 to 9.Spot these numbers hidden in the illustrations on the side.Write the hidden number in the space below each illustration.For more information visit 10on10...

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Beaverton Modular Railroad Club, August 6 & 7

Like trains? Drop by this weekend and visit with members of the Beaverton Modular Railroad Club. The club will have models set up for viewing and be available to answer questions about this fascinating hobby. All ages.Saturday, August 6, 10:00 am-4:30 pm.Sunday, August 7, 1:00 pm-4:30 p.m....

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Cool Math Games for Kids in Lower Kindergarten | Fun Way to learn math for Kids

Tall Tall Trees - How to draw trace and draw linesThis free math Worksheet helps to visually understand the meaning of the standing line.It presents a logical illustration that explains the top and bottom of a product.The child learns how to trace and draw straight standing lines.Importantly it aids and improves hand eye co-ordination for lower kindergarten kids.Watch this blog for more free maths worksheets for other grades.(Source 10on10....

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Read it! Eat it!

I love picture books about food--especially those about food and family and cooking together. Many of my favorite food picture books also include a recipe at the end which is, in my opinion, a super bonus feature! Here are a few of the best: The Ugly VegetablesBy Grace LinA young girl thinks her mother's garden is the ugliest in the neighborhood until she realizes that it takes ugly vegetables to make delicious Chinese soup.Find this title in our catalog Whopper CakeBy: Karma WilsonGrandpa wants to make a whopper cake for Grandma's birthday that is as big as her heart but a regular sized mixing bowl just will not cut it.Find this title in our...

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The adventures of Mal and Chad: the biggest, bestest time ever!

By, Stephen McCranie(Grades 3-6) Call Number: J MAL AND CHAD Have you ever wondered what it would be like to be small enough to swim in your kitchen sink or travel back to the time of dinosaurs? Child genius, Malcolm and his talking doggie side-kick, Chad take readers on a fun and action packed ride! To deal with the monotony of his everyday life, doing chores, sitting through class, and admiring his classmate Megan from afar, Malcolm uses his staggering intellect to create anything he can imagine. He invents a rocket ship, jet pack, time machine, and a shrink ray while concealing his genius and creations from everyone around him. His latest...

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List of Math Skills for Pre Kindergarten or Nursery

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Cool Math Games for Kids

Cool Math games for kids is a specifically designed e-learning program to be launched in the United states that primarily targets Kids in the ages 4-11. The math games are in the form of worksheets and designed to test the math skills learned in school and see how effectively kids are utilizing the key math concepts.Cool math games for kids also has a lot of math worksheets that are pictorial which simulate greater learning and reinforcement among kids.To learn more about Cool Math games for kids and to see free sample math worksheets for kids you can visit http://10on10.in for more informati...

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New Book Review: Amazing Cows

By Sarah Boyton89 pagesBest for kids ages 6-10 (or all ages up to a hundred and moo)Call Number: J 818.54 BOY“Knock knock”“Whose there”“Interrupting Cow”“Interrupt—““Moooo!” Part graphic novel, part joke book Sandra Boyton’s Amazing Cows has everything you (n)ever wanted to know about cows full of cow puns, jokes, stories, graphic novel (the cow version of superman), and many pages of miscellaneous cow related humor fills the pages.My favorite page shows the “four stages of metamoophosis” for the species: Lepidoptra Bovinae. (spoiler alert: it becomes an “undderfly”).With quirky pictures and funny puns your little joksters are sure to get their...

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Time For a Great Animal Book

Did you know that the gecko has no eyelids? Geckos instead have to lick their eyeballs to keep them clean and dust-free. Cool. I love Steve Jenkins. When I see a new Steve Jenkins book sitting on the New Non-Fiction shelf I get a little squeally. This series of three-- Time for a Bath, Time to Sleep, and Time to Eat--are a fun way to explore oddities of the animal kingdom for children of all ages. Jenkins' signature paper collage illustrations add texture and depth while the energetic bolded text, scattered throughout, makes this series an excellent choice for sharing aloud with the kindergarten crowd. Find this title in our catalogFind this...

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Summer Reading Performance: BJ the Clown

Wednesday, July 27th12:30 pm AND 2:00 pmBeaverton City Library, Meeting Rooms A & BFor all ages. Children under ten must be accompanied by an adult.Come to the library to see comedy, magic, juggling, music, storytelling and puppets all with BJ the Clown as part of our Summer Reading Wednesday Performer program.Come to to either show and prepare to laugh out loud!No registration required. There is a limit of 300 at these performances.This program sponsored by WCCLS, Washington County Cooperative Library Services. -...

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Family Movie Matinee

Monday, August 8 @ 2:00 p.m. in the library auditorium.This movie is rated G and is 96 minutes long.Children 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult....

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Fun with Baby Sign!

Fridays, July 22 & 29, August 5, 201110:30 am - 11:30 amLibrary Storytime RoomThis Friday starts our workshop series Fun with Baby Sign!Join in for practicing fun signs with your preverbal infants and young toddlers! (Birth to 18 months)We look forward to seeing you the...

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Tessas PizzaDescription: This is a part of the Tessa Series about cooking. In this game you learn how to make a Summer Pizza Hawaii. Learn what ingredients you need and how to prepare them. See how to cut your ingredients and for how long you have to cook your dish or how long you have to put it in the oven. You also get... This is a part of the Tessa Series about cooking. In this game you learn how to make a Summer Pizza Hawaii. Learn what ingredients you need and how to prepare them. See how to cut your ingredients and for how long you have to cook your dish or how long you have to put it in the oven. You also get the recipe of this pizza...

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Summer Reading Continues with Mr. Shoehorn

Wednesday, July 20th12:30 pmBeaverton City Library, Meeting Rooms A & BFor all ages. Children under ten must be accompanied by an adult.Mr. Shoehorn creates music with his feet and dances with his horn! Mixing tap-dancing with saxophone and other instruments, Shoehorn combines body rhythms, jazz and world music into an entertaining spectacle!No registration required. There is a limit of 300 at this performance.This program sponsored by WCCLS, Washington County Cooperative Library Services....

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Leapin' Louie Lichtenstein: This Wednesday!

Wednesday, July 13, 201112:30 PMFront Lawn of the LibraryBring a blanket for the whole family and enjoy a show of amazing cowboy tricks.It's for all ages and FREE!(Remember: Children under 10 must always be accompanied by an adult.)-...

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Brick Builders Photos

Here are some photos of creations made at Brick Builders.Join us next month, August 13 @ 10:30 to make your own creation.Brick Builders is a monthly program for kids in Grades 1-5.Register at the Children's Desk or call (503) 350-3600.-...

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Prizes for 15 hour finishers are available

Have you finished your 15 hours of reading?Remember to stop by the Beaverton City Library (or the Murray Scholls Branch) before Wednesday, August 10th to pick up your prizes! When you complete your 15 hours of reading you will receive a prize folder filled with:A pass for a discounted ride bracelet at Oaks ParkA Dairy Queen coupon for free ice creamA McDonald's coupon for a free happy mealAn Izzy's coupon for a free lunch or dinnerA coupon from Valley Lanes for 2 free bowling gamesA coupon for free admission to a movie at Valley CinemaA coupon for a free ticket to a Blazer's gameANDA FREE paperback book of your very own (there are lots of great...

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Family Movie Matinee

Thursday June 30th89 min, rated G2:00-4:00 pmauditoriumChildren under 10 years must be accompanied by an adult.-...

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Bob's Revenge

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Bob's Revenge

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Zelda: The Seeds Of Darkness

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Word Search Gameplay - 29

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How To Wear Tights

Do you love tights? Well here's a dress up game that will surely occupy your time and attention. Enjoy!...Play How To Wear Tights gamefriv jo...

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StarGates

Great starship game were your mission will be to defeat all of the alien starships of all the galaxies. A hard mission to complete. It will not be easy....Play StarGates gamemath ga...

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Mr.Meaty: Holiday Havoc

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