1. Utica Public LibrarySummer Reading Program 2009 Themes Children: “Be Creative @ Your Library” Teens: “Express Yourself @ Your Library” Sponsored by M&T Bank / Partners Trust Bank Charitable Fund at the Community Foundation
2. Which books did you like most that you read this summer? “Chapter books because I get smarter and smarter.” Giovanni, age 7
3. Sylvia Markson & the Magic Trunk – BeeBeethe Clown’s Clown Skills Work(& Play!)shop – Prismatic Magic Laser Show: American Pride – A-rhythm-etic! – Assorted Story Times – Video Games @ the Library – Animal Charades with the Utica Zoo – Books that Sing with Nan Hoffman – Leon Etienne, Magician – Be Creative Book Club & Crafts – Musical Tales – Board Games Club – Family Story Time with Cynthia Hommey – Just Imagine! with Storyteller Robin Bady – Pajama Story Time – SpongeBob Fun Craft - Doug Rougeux’s BubbleMania! – Get Creative! with Mother Goose (Joanne Yacovella) – Cookie Tasting – “Me, the Superhero!” Art Workshop with Mary Beth Dolan – “Fun and Funky Jewelry” Workshop with Mary Beth Dolan – Manga Art Workshop with Jim Parker – Bing0 – Howe Caverns Field Trip – Super Smash Bros. Brawl Qualifier Round & Tournament – Summer Reading Program Sidewalk Celebration!
9. Do you like to read? Why or why not? “Yes, I like to learn English words.” Why is reading important as part of becoming a good student in school? “It helps me speak better.” Zain, age 8
26. Pre-Assessment Question:Do you like to read? Why or why not? “No, I hate books.” Post-Assessment Questions:Did you enjoy the Summer Reading Program offered at the library? “Yes, a lot.” What books have you read this summer? “The Music Teacher from the Black Lagoon, a book about The Declaration of Independence” Will you visit the library throughout the school year? “Yes! Every day!” Jathniel, age 7
30. What was your favorite program? Why? “The magic show, because I LOVE MAGIC!” David, age 7
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32. What was your favorite program? Why? “Leon Etienne. I like magic. I could do those tricks if I had a wand. I know all the spells from Harry Potter.” Yupha, age 9
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34. Be Creative / Express Yourself Book Club & Craft – “Frame Your Reading” July 14, 2009
35. Project: To draw & color a picture based on a book you’ve read this summer, then design a picture frame for it.
51. What was your favorite program? Why? “Bubblemania. It was so funny and I had lots of fun! Nabeel, age 6
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55. Why is reading an important part of becoming a good student in school? “It helps me with my other subjects in school.” Do you like to read? Why or why not? “Yes. I love books! They help me learn.” How does the library help you become a better reader? “It has lots of great books, games and computers.” Royal, age 10
58. “I’m a little teapot...” Adults enjoy being teapots too!
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61. Do you like to read? Why or why not? “Yes, there’s lots of interesting stuff in books.” How does the library assist you in becoming a better reader? “I get to pick out books with my card.” Franchescha, age 8
79. Why is reading an important part of becoming a good student at school? “To be smarter when you grow older.” Amanda, age 9 “You might skip a grade!” Diego, age 8 “You can go to college.” Sakacia, age 9
102. “I wanted to take a couple minutes to say “thank you” for all that the Library offers my daughter…for all you do for Lauren whenever she comes to the library. The staff at the Children’s Room is wonderful!! We are frequent visitors to the Children’s Room for programs. She enjoyed participating in the Summer Reading Program. All of the activities you had during the summer were great. Thanks again for a great library with wonderful staff and programs.” Anne, mother of Lauren, age 5
103. Is reading an important part of becoming a good student in school? “Of course it is, you learn lots of different things.” Did you enjoy the Summer Reading Program offered at the library? “I loved it!” David, age 7
110. Thank you for your generosity and support! Without the M&T Bank / Partners Trust Bank Charitable Fund at The Community Foundation, none of this would have been possible!
