It's week eight of Summer Reading! Ahoy, mateys! Go on a pirate adventure and search for treasure in this week's books and activities. Don’t forget to visit the library for a bookmark to track your summer reading and earn prizes!
#READ – Pete the Cat and the Treasure Map by James Dean
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Pete the Cat and his crew battle a sea monster as they follow a map to find a hidden treasure.
Increase pre-literacy skills as you read together:
- Act out the story. For example, pretend to steer the ship with Pete, drum with the octopus, or rock back and forth on the ship with the crew.
- Talk with your little one and ask questions about what Pete and his crew are wearing.
- Choose a word such as captain, pirate, or treasure and ask your little learner to listen closely for it. Run your finger under the chosen word every time it is read.
#SING: This Old Pirate
(Tune: This Old Man)
This old pirate, has a hat
Where a skull and crossbones sat.
With an Ar, Ar, Ar, and
An Aye, Matey!
This old pirate sailed the sea.
This old pirate has a hook,
Uses it to hold a book.
With an Ar, Ar, Ar, and
An Aye, Matey!
This old pirate sailed the sea.
This old pirate has a map,
Keeps it handy in his lap.
With an Ar, Ar, Ar, and
An Aye, Matey!
This old pirate sailed the sea.
#EXPLORE: Treasure Hunt Sensory Bottle
Materials
- Small plastic bottle or jar with tight-fitting lid or cap
- Rice, sand or dry beans
- Small shells or plastic toys, coins, or letters
- Small funnel (optional)
Instructions
- Add shells, plastic coins, toys or letters to the bottle or jar.
- Fill the jar with rice, sand, or beans, but leave a small space at the top. Use a funnel if needed.
- Seal then shake the bottle.
- Slowly turn the bottle as you search for treasure with your little one.
#JOIN: Attend a program virtually or in person!
View all early childhood programs and events offered this week.
For virtual programs, registration is required to receive the Zoom link. Use the link in the program information to register.
For in person programs, registration is required. If space allows, walk-ins will be admitted. Use the link in the program information to register.
