Build a Brood of Cicadas: Origami Collections & Activity
Posted by: Jennifer Ezell
Take inspiration from the Library of Congress collections to create your own brood of paper cicadas.
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, Animals, For Kids, For Teens
Category: Activities & Crafts
Celebrating Summer Fun with the Library of Congress’ Collections
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
Experience summer fun by exploring items from the Library of Congress' collection, and then find your own examples of what summer means to you!
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, Researching, Sports, Travel
Exploring Storytelling Through Pictures
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
How do we tell stories with images? Explore the Library's collection to discover different ways of creating visual narration.
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, Comics & Cartoons, Exhibitions, Reading, Researching
Join Us for Family Days at the Library: Celebrate National Library Month on April 13th!
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
Discover the history and work of the Library of Congress by joining us in a participatory family day or by exploring virtual exhibitions.
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, Events, Reading, Researching, Writing
Ciphers and Secret Codes: No Security Clearance Needed!
Posted by: Alli Hartley-Kong
Do you like solving puzzles or codes? In this post, Library of Congress Internship (LOCI) program participant Renee Madrigal shares Library of Congress collections that will give you tips and tricks on decoding codes in the Library's collection and making your own!
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, Science, Technology & Math
Love at the Library: Fun Family Activities for Valentine’s Day
Posted by: Alli Hartley-Kong
Teacher in Residence Tyron Bey celebrates Valentine's Day by sharing family activities and crafts inspired by collections. Humanize historical figures and events by learning more about their expressions of love!
Posted in: Activities & Crafts
Join Us for Family Days at the Library! First Up: Make a Zine on February 10.
Posted by: Rachel Gordon
On Saturday, February 10th, the Informal Learning Office kicks off a series of monthly, in-person family activity programs. We look forward to welcoming you to sessions full of creative activities, and opportunities to explore Library collections in the beautiful surroundings of the mezzanine level of the Thomas Jefferson Building. February’s program is a “zine,” or …
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, African American History, Events, For Kids, Holidays & Celebrations
Quilts and Quilting: Piecing Together Family History
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
The winter is the perfect time to take a break and get cozy. What’s better when it’s dreary outside than wrapping up in a blanket with a mug of tea or coffee and a good book? You might grab a new fleece throw or an old quilt to stay warm. Growing up, my favorite quilt …
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, Researching, Women's History
How Have Children Helped Their Communities by Caring for the Environment?
Posted by: Jennifer Ezell
How have young people helped to protect the environment? Explore the Library of Congress collections to see how children have successfully helped their communities and environment.
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, For Kids, Science, Technology & Math