Indian Valley Public Library

The Indian Valley Public Library strives to make our youth programs accessible for all. If you or your child needs accommodations or extra support, please let us know in person or by emailing youthservices@ivpl.org.

 

Caregivers of children ages 9 and under must remain in the room during the program and caregivers of children ages 10-12 must remain in the library during the program.

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Homeschool Newsletter

If you want to get emails about Homeschool specific programs and services, email us at youthservices@ivpl.org with "Homeschool Newsletter in the subject line.

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​Volunteer Opportunity: Sleeping Mat Project

Thursdays, 10-11:30 AM

Community Room

 

Did you know recycled grocery bags can create colorful, woven mats for homeless individuals in your community? Through a partnership with Integrate for Good, we will learn different parts of the project including cutting bags, making loops, making "plarn" (plastic yarn), and weaving the mats on a loom.

If you plan on bringing a group of 5 or more people, contact youthservices@ivpl.org

 

Homeschool History: Colonial Games (Youth ages 6-12)

Tuesday, October 13 at 2 PM

Community Room

 

To celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States, we will explore the world of colonial times by playing some games from that time period.  No registration required.

 

Homeschool Maker Monday: Keva Planks (Youth ages 5+)

Monday, November 9 at 2 PM

Community Room

 

This month, we will be building with Keva Planks.  Try one of their challenges or build your own creation. No registration required.

 

Homeschool Lego Club (Youth ages 5+)

Monday, December 14 at 2 PM

Community Room

 

Homeschool families are invited to stop in for an hour of free build with Legos.  Ms. Angela will provide building challenge cards for anyone who needs inspiration.  Otherwise, you can build whatever you want.  Most appropriate for children ages 5-10 but all ages welcome.  No registration required.

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Homeschool Meet-up: Tabletop Games (Ages 5-12)

Monday, January 4 at 2 PM

Community Room

 

Stop by the library to meet with other homeschool families and play tabletop games.  Some games will be provided by the library but you are welcome to bring along your favorites as well.  Most appropriate for ages 5-12 but youth of all ages and abilities are welcome.  No registration required. 

 

Homeschool Service Project: Mini Golf Decorations (Youth ages 5+)

Monday, February 1 at 2 PM

Community Room

 

Stop by the library to help us make decorations for our upcoming mini golf event.  No registration required.

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Homeschool STEM: Superhuman Body (Ages 5-10)

Monday, April 5 at 2 PM

Community Room

 

For this program, we will watch the documentary Superhuman Body: World of Medical Marvels and explore the science behind it with hands-on experiments and other activities.  Registration is required and starts March 1.  

 

Homeschool STEM: Be Internet Awesome Digital Safety Workshop (Ages 8-11)

Monday, May 3 at 2 PM

Community Room

 

Using materials produced by Highlights and Google, we will explore the five pillars of internet safety through videos, discussions and other hands-on activities.  Families will take home a Family Guide and additional materials to keep the conversation going at home.  Registration is required and starts April 5.