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Discover activities, recommended reads, crafts, and more in these special NYPL After School activity packs, designed for kids in Grades K–3 and 4–6!

 

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June's Theme: Changemakers Act Boldly

How can you act boldly in your community this summer? What can you do to make your mark on the world?

 

May's Theme: Changemakers Balance

How do you find balance in your life for all the things that are important to you? How do you make time for yourself as well as making time for caring for others?

 

April's Theme: Changemakers Create

How can you express your creativity? Who are you inspired by and what can you create to inspire others?

 

March's Theme: Changemakers Collaborate

How do you work with other people to accomplish shared goals? What are your strengths when working as a part of a team?

 

February's Theme: Changemakers Care

How do you make sure you know what you need to take care of yourself? How do you show care for yourself and for others?

 

January's Theme: Changemakers Appreciate

Who and what do you most value? How can you show gratitude to yourself and the people and things in your life?

 

December's Theme: Changemakers Investigate

What questions do you have about the world around you? How can you learn something new, solve a problem, or answer a question?

 

November's Theme: Changemakers Explore

What do you notice about the world around you? How can you explore your environment this year?

 

October's Theme: Changemakers Reflect

What makes you unique? How can you set yourself up for success in this unusual school year?

 


 

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NYPL After School: Activities & Resources

The Library is here to support kids of all ages both in and out of regular school hours. Every week, check back here for a new selection of activities and resources for kids from kindergarten through middle grades.

 

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Discover More Remote Learning Resources!

From one-on-one tutoring and online storytimes to craft ideas and reading resources, visit our Remote Learning Resources hub.