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Apr 23, 2013

WonderWorks: Ramps!

Exploring the power of downhill! Today's Topic: Ramps Supplies: --Cove molding , cut to approximately 12" & 18" len...

Apr 16, 2013

WonderWorks: Scales and Weight

Scales are technology: even when they're very, very analog! Today's Topic: Scales & Weight Supplies: --as many diffe...

Apr 10, 2013

WonderWorks: Shadows

Exploring the dark side of science.... Today's Topic: Shadows Supplies: lamps (with CFL or LED bulbs!) white flat bedsheet Shad...

Apr 5, 2013

Needle Felting at the library

Stabbing fuzzy things never felt so good! (Sorry. Terrible pun!) NeedleReads AND Craft Lab this month featured: Needle Felting! Su...

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Who are Library Makers?

Library Makers: Madison, WI, United States; Libraries have always had a reputation for being places of learning. Traditionally, the books housed in libraries have been perceived as the library's main purpose, and indeed books are a great way to learn. However, in today's increasingly digital world, it is important to remind the public that valuable learning also takes place outside of books and libraries are a great source of person-to-person learning experiences. The learning that takes place in libraries is what keeps this institution relevant in a world where access to books is changing rapidly. Here are a few somewhat non-traditional library programs I've created to take advantage of the one-on-one opportunities we have at the library today.

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