June 2021
July Financial Literacy Programs
Learn about financial literacy with programs at the Plano Public Library!
Something About Libby: Language Options
Evaluating community wants and needs is part of the process of selecting materials for the library collection, including looking at what languages our community reads. We have physical collections of books and media in Chinese and Spanish, as well as Arabic, French, Hindi, Russian, Urdu and more. Within the Libby app, where you can access […]
Summer Storytime Update
July is just around the corner, and we’re welcoming another month of summer with expanded in-person storytimes. From babies to preschoolers, we have something for every family. Read on to learn more about what storytimes you can attend at each of our locations.
STEAM Connections: Greenhouse Effect
Have you ever seen or been inside of a greenhouse? Do you know how they are able to provide the ideal environment to help you successfully grow a variety of plants? Let’s explore the greenhouse effect by creating our own mini greenhouse using a plastic glove. Content Overview A greenhouse is an enclosed transparent structure […]
Plano Reads: Selfie Book Talk, Episode #17
Your Plano Library staff are virtually recommending their favorite reads.
Technology Tips for Kids: Pair Apps with Physical Activities
Technology is all around us and is a part of our daily lives. Your child will encounter technology at an early age, so building a healthy relationship needs to start now. Our Tech Tips for Kids series will help you set up your child for success. Today’s Tech Tip for Kids is: Pair Apps with Physical Activities […]
Grab a Graphic Novel: History!
We’re highlighting our graphic novel collection by exploring tried-and-true cartoon classics, as well as fresh-off-the-press new releases. Pick up a graphic novel today! Our Grab a Graphic Novel blog series presents our latest reads from the aforementioned collection. Available at all five libraries, the collection encompasses comics, manga and, of course, graphic novels — anything that uses […]
Discovery Time: Space Explorers
Join us for Discovery Time! Enjoy hands-on activities that introduce STEAM concepts that are just right for preschoolers.
July Book Club Picks
Take a break from the summer heat and join us in July for a Plano Public Library Book Club meeting. Are you a foodie? Literature lover? Mad about mysteries? Whatever your preferences, we have a book club for you. Currently, all book clubs are meeting virtually.
STEAM Connections: Do Owls Poop?
For our next STEAM Connections Take It & Make It , we’re dissecting an owl pellet!