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Sense-sational Children’s Titles

Sense-sational Children’s Titles

  • Post published:November 3, 2022
  • Post author:Natalie Bota

Westlake Porter Public Library has many picture book titles that address sensory issues, overwhelming situations, sensory processing disorder, or autism. Check out Samantha Cotterill's Little Senses series and similar titles.…

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Westlake Porter Public Library Art Gallery

Westlake Porter Public Library Art Gallery

  • Post published:September 8, 2022
  • Post author:Andrea

Westlake Porter Public Library is excited to have two exhibits in our Art Gallery for the month of September. We are exhibiting photographs from Summer Art Walk Programs taken by…

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Libby, Hoopla, and ComicsPlus: Which Should I Use and When?

Libby, Hoopla, and ComicsPlus: Which Should I Use and When?

  • Post published:August 10, 2022
  • Post author:Erin

Westlake Porter Public Library has a whole host of excellent Download and Stream options. From ebooks to movies, we have a little something for everyone. But, sometimes with this much…

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STEAM Week Project: Salt Paintings

STEAM Week Project: Salt Paintings

  • Post published:July 22, 2022
  • Post author:Natalie Bota

Salt paintings really pop on dark backgrounds. This multi-colored heart was painted on black construction paper. Salt is a very familiar ingredient in the kitchen. There are hardly any recipes,…

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J is My Favorite Color: An Introduction to Synesthesia

J is My Favorite Color: An Introduction to Synesthesia

  • Post published:February 25, 2022
  • Post author:Jessica Meek

A is a pretty boring gray-tan. B is brown. C is where it gets good: the exact color of Crayola's "Macaroni and Cheese" crayon. My initials, J and M, are…

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Westlake Porter Public Library Art Gallery

Westlake Porter Public Library Art Gallery

  • Post published:November 17, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

This month Westlake Porter Public Library welcomes the artwork of Westlake City School Students as part of The Reflections program. There are currently 26 original pieces of art displayed in…

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Resources to Help Kids Deal with Anxiety in an Ever-Changing World

Resources to Help Kids Deal with Anxiety in an Ever-Changing World

  • Post published:October 27, 2021
  • Post author:Victoria Vogel

School is back in session, and the routine of day-to-day is back in swing. After a tumultuous 2020 school year, this one promises to be much smoother...or maybe not. With…

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Read It, Make It – Paper Tube Owl Puppet

Read It, Make It – Paper Tube Owl Puppet

  • Post published:September 21, 2021
  • Post author:Emily Lindberg

It’s time for little owl to go to bed but he is having the hardest time settling down.  Luckily, mommy owl has lots of ideas to help quiet his restless…

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Read It, Make It: The Peace Symbol

Read It, Make It: The Peace Symbol

  • Post published:September 17, 2021
  • Post author:Katie S.

Read It Make It: Three Lines in a Circle: The Exciting Life of the Peace Symbol It is hard to believe that the Peace Symbol that we know and love…

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Read It, Make It: in the Kitchen – Blueberry Cake

Read It, Make It: in the Kitchen – Blueberry Cake

  • Post published:September 9, 2021
  • Post author:Katie S.

Read It Make It: in the Kitchen Blueberry season in North America runs from June to September. In Ohio, the blueberry season runs from late June until mid August. In…

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Read It, Make It – 3D Apple picture

Read It, Make It – 3D Apple picture

  • Post published:August 31, 2021
  • Post author:Emily Lindberg

It’s time for the pigeon to go to school but he’s not so sure if he wants to go.  There are lots of unknowns and things to be worried about. …

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Read It, Make It – National Watermelon Day

Read It, Make It – National Watermelon Day

  • Post published:August 2, 2021
  • Post author:Katie S., Emily Lindberg

Read It Make It: National Watermelon Day - August 3rd There's nothing better than a piece of juicy watermelon on a hot summer day to quench your thirst and cool…

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Storytime Round-Up: July 6

Storytime Round-Up: July 6

  • Post published:July 6, 2021
  • Post author:Katie S., Ms. Jamie, Natalie Bota

Thank you to everyone who attended storytime this week! Here’s a recap of the stories and songs shared in storytime. This week's theme is Summer: sand and surf! Books Fish…

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Storytime Round-up: June 29

Storytime Round-up: June 29

  • Post published:June 29, 2021
  • Post author:Ms. Jamie, Katie S., Natalie Bota

Thank you to everyone that attended storytime this week! Here's a recap of the stories and songs shared in storytime. This week's theme was: Down at the Farm! Books The…

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Free Play Activities: Scavenger Hunts

Free Play Activities: Scavenger Hunts

  • Post published:May 14, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

Children are curious by nature, so they love looking for things. A perfect free play activity to entertain your child is a simple scavenger hunt. Scavenger hunts are educational and…

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Read It Make It: In The Kitchen

Read It Make It: In The Kitchen

  • Post published:May 14, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

It is always fun to try a variety of foods. It is never too early to introduce new meal to your child. Even better, get them in the kitchen and…

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Read It Make It: Random Acts of Kindness

Read It Make It: Random Acts of Kindness

  • Post published:May 2, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

It is always the right time to talk to your kids about Random Acts of Kindness. Random Acts of Kindness promote emotional well being, connections with other, empathy and compassion.…

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Free Play Activities: Homemade Play-Dough and Printable Play-Dough Scenes

Free Play Activities: Homemade Play-Dough and Printable Play-Dough Scenes

  • Post published:April 29, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

Play-dough is a great way to keep your child entertained. Play time with play-dough encourages creativity and helps children develop small muscles in their hands. It can develop hand eye…

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Read It Make It : Earth Day Craft

Read It Make It : Earth Day Craft

  • Post published:April 22, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

Earth Day is April 22, but we really celebrate the earth every day. If I Were A Tree written by Andrea Zimmerman and Illustrated by Jing Jing Tsong helps your…

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Free Play Activities: DIY Sensory Bags

Free Play Activities: DIY Sensory Bags

  • Post published:April 16, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

This month we are making DIY sensory bags. Sensory bags are a great way to engage and entertain your child. They require minimal supplies and are easy to make at…

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Watch It  Make It

Watch It Make It

  • Post published:April 15, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

Here at Watch It Make It (Read It Make It) we are pairing a simple craft with the movie A Costume for Nicolas. Below you will find instructions for a…

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Read It Make It: In The Kitchen

Read It Make It: In The Kitchen

  • Post published:April 5, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

Today we are making Blueberry Muffins! The recipe is from Monkey with a Tool Belt and the Maniac Muffins written and illustrated by Chris Monroe. This silly story is sure…

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Free Play Activities: Fine Motor Skill

Free Play Activities: Fine Motor Skill

  • Post published:March 26, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

This Free Play Activity post focuses on fine motor skills. Fine motor skills are so important for young children. These activities are inexpensive and require items mostly found around the…

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Read It Make It: Women’s History Month

Read It Make It: Women’s History Month

  • Post published:March 25, 2021
  • Post author:Andrea

March is Women's History Month and a great way to introduce Women's History Month to your child is with a book and an activity. Michelle's Garden written and illustrated by…

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Westlake Porter Public Library is an independent public library serving the residents of the city of Westlake, western Cuyahoga County and eastern Lorain County.

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