Jerissa

Read Me a Book Club: Narwhal and Jelly

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Do you have a kiddo in grades K-2? Sign them up for our podtastic new Read Me a Book Club! Our next virtual meet up is on Thursday, February 25, at 6 p.m. We will read and discuss Narwhal: Unicorn of the Sea, the first book in the New York Times Bestselling series Narwhal and Jelly. You and your children will also enjoy a silly song, wacky mad libs, friendly camaraderie with peers, and more. Be sure to contact Youth Services by phone or e-mail to request a copy of the book and a free activity bag (optional but recommended) which contains Narwhal and Jelly activities and a craft.

For more information or to register, visit https://www.ecpubliclibrary.info/kids/read-me-a-book-club/ or contact Youth Services by phone (715-839-5007) or e-mail (ysstaff@eauclaire.lib.wi.us).

We hope you can join us!

Jerissa

Triple P Seminars Are Back!

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The library is partnering with Family Resource Center to offer a series of Triple P, Positive Parenting Virtual Seminars. Triple P is a researched-based program that promotes positive relationships between parents and their children. It helps parents develop effective strategies for dealing with childhood behavioral, emotional, and other developmental issues. Join us for one, two, or all three virtual events. Registration is required. For more information or to register, visit http://www.ecpubliclibrary.info/kids/triple-p-seminars/ or call Youth Services at 715-839-5007.
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The Power of Positive Parenting
Thursday, January 14 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Via Zoom
Presented by Jennifer Eddy, MD (Family Resource Center Director) and Terri Nordin, MD (Mayo Clinic)
Explore strategies to strengthen your family relationships, and discover calm, effective ways to manage misbehavior.
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Raising Confident, Competent Children
Thursday, February 11 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Via Zoom
Presented by Yia Lor (UW-Extension) and Lauri Malnory (ECASD)
Learn about the six building blocks of life-long success for children and review what you can do to strengthen this critical foundation in your children.
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Raising Resilient Children
Thursday, March 11 | 6-7:30 p.m. | Via Zoom
Presented by Sue Kishel (Family Resource Center) and Mark Gideonsen, MD (Prevea)
In this interactive discussion, we will introduce the building blocks of children’s resilience and explore strategies parents may choose to promote their children’s social and emotional learning, and their ability to bounce back from adversity.
Jerissa

Books to Get Your Family Moving

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Inspired by YMCA of the Chippewa Valley’s Strong Challenge, Youth Services has compiled a list of picture books that will get your whole family moving. Wiggle, jump, and dance along to these 25 interactive books that will help your child practice gross motor skills while developing language and content knowledge.

Why sit and read when you can MOVE and read?! Access the titles here: Books to Get Your Family Moving

Place a hold on any of the selected titles with your library card and pick them up using the Park and Pickup Service (no appointment necessary) or In-Person Library Appointments. Need help? Contact Youth Services at 715-839-5007 or e-mail ysstaff@eauclaire.lib.wi.us

Happy active reading!