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Science Experiment

Connecting Families Early Learning 

SNAP Science Explorers at Home: Dancing Cranberries

August 5, 2021August 5, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, SNAP

Welcome to SNAP (Special Needs and Autism-Friendly Programs) Science Explorers – At Home edition! Plano Public Library brings you an at-home version of

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STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Do Owls Poop?

June 19, 2021January 20, 2022 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM Connections

For our next STEAM Connections Take It & Make It , we’re dissecting an owl pellet!

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STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Beaks at the Bird Buffet

March 8, 2021June 28, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM Connections, Virtual Programming

We can learn a lot about a bird’s lifestyle from the shape of its beak. Let’s take a look at

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Connecting Families STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Thermometer

December 18, 2020July 1, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM, STEAM Connections

It’s a new day and time to get dressed to face it. Do you need to put on layers of

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STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Air Pressure Drink Dispenser

December 5, 2020July 2, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM Connections

Air is all around us, is matter and it takes up space. But, did you know that the air around

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STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Build a Functioning Heart

November 20, 2020July 13, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM Connections

Have you ever listened to your pulse? That’s the sound of your heart doing its job. Learn how in this

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STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Wind Energy

November 7, 2020October 30, 2020 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM Connections

The wind is all around us, but did you know we can use wind to create electricity? Let’s explore wind

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Connecting Families STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Crystal Creations

October 23, 2020February 4, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM, STEAM Connections

Ever wanted to see how gemstones and other crystals are formed? Grow your very own crystal using basic household supplies.

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Connecting Families STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Slime Time

September 30, 2020February 4, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM, STEAM Connections

We’re getting sticky with this science project: making glittery and fluffy slime!

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Connecting Families STEAM 

STEAM Connections: Prism Power

September 5, 2020February 4, 2021 Plano Library 0 Comments Science Experiment, STEAM, STEAM Connections

Why do rainbows form after a rainstorm? Learn how to make rainbows on your own with a few simple materials.

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Early Learning

Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews
Book List Early Learning 

Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews

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Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews
Book List Early Learning 

Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews

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Early Learning Art Programs
Early Learning 

Early Learning Art Programs

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Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews
Book List Early Learning 

Tried & True and New: Picture Book Reviews

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Business & Career

Technology Classes this June
Business Job Resources STEAM Technology Teens 

Technology Classes this June

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Teen Street Team Recommends: LearningExpress Library
College Resources Job Resources Library 101 Teens 

Teen Street Team Recommends: LearningExpress Library

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Exploring Environmental Careers
College Resources Job Resources Teens 

Exploring Environmental Careers

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Master Microsoft Excel
Job Resources Technology 

Master Microsoft Excel

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Money Smart

Financial Wellness for Couples and Families
Thinking Money 

Financial Wellness for Couples and Families

March 31, 2022March 31, 2022 Plano Library 0
Money Habits Teens Need to Know
Thinking Money 

Money Habits Teens Need to Know

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Navigate Job and Careers with Plano Public Library
Business College Resources Thinking Money 

Navigate Job and Careers with Plano Public Library

January 31, 2022January 31, 2022 Plano Library 0
Financial Literacy: Achieve Your New Year’s Goals
Book List Thinking Money 

Financial Literacy: Achieve Your New Year’s Goals

December 24, 2021December 21, 2021 Plano Library 0

Technology

Technology Classes this June
Business Job Resources STEAM Technology Teens 

Technology Classes this June

May 24, 2022May 23, 2022 Plano Library 0
May Tech Classes at Plano Public Library
Technology 

May Tech Classes at Plano Public Library

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Master Microsoft Excel
Job Resources Technology 

Master Microsoft Excel

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Something About Libby: Accessibility Features
Library 101 Technology 

Something About Libby: Accessibility Features

February 20, 2022February 18, 2022 Plano Library 0

STEAM Connections

Technology Classes this June
Business Job Resources STEAM Technology Teens 

Technology Classes this June

May 24, 2022May 23, 2022 Plano Library 0
3D Design Starter Kit
Arts and Culture Book List STEAM 

3D Design Starter Kit

February 21, 2022February 16, 2022 Plano Library 0
Photoshop, 3D Printing and More This February
STEAM Technology 

Photoshop, 3D Printing and More This February

February 3, 2022February 2, 2022 Plano Library 0
Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #5
Arts and Culture Business Early Learning Genealogy News Podcast Episodes STEAM 

Plano Library Speaks: Podcast Episode #5

February 1, 2022February 15, 2022 Plano Library 0

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