Taking a Historic Road Trip: 1840s Style
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
During the busy travel season of the holidays, read about “road trips” from 175 years ago.
Posted in: For Kids, For Teens, Reading, Researching, Travel, Writing
Category: Reading
Discover the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled at Family Day July 19.
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
Join us July 19th for a special family day focused on the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled. Learn about the important work that staff at NLS completes to make Library resources available for all.
Posted in: Activities & Crafts, Family Day Program, For Kids, For Teens, Reading, Researching
Animal Antics for April Fools’ Day
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
Do you celebrate April Fools Day with your family and friends? Learn all about the holiday through the antics of a family of rabbits who graced the pages of newspapers in these children's stories from over a century ago.
Posted in: Animals, Comics & Cartoons, For Kids, Holidays & Celebrations, Reading
Go Back to School with the Library of Congress’ Collections
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
Go "back to school" with the Library of Congress with a collection of photographs, newspaper articles, and videos.
Posted in: For Kids, Reading, Researching, Writing
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
Floral Finds in the Library’s Collections
Posted by: Katie McCarthy
Explore the Library's collection through images of flowers and gardens.
Posted in: 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