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Digital Maine Library

Kids InfoBits Digital content covering a broad range of educational topics including Animals, Arts, Geography Literature, Social Studies, Technology, and more.

Miss Humblebee’s Academy Theme-based, interactive curriculum for children preschool through kindergarten.

National Geographic Kids Includes all magazines from 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos, and images.

World Book Early World of Learning K-3rd Grade. Offers a children’s encyclopedia, and resources like animated poems, stories, and games.

World Book Kids K-5th Grade. This online encyclopedia includes videos, activities, and read-aloud features.

In Context: Middle School Combines reference content with age-appropriate videos, newspapers, magazines, and primary sources.

In Context: High School Offers a selection of overviews, primary sources, videos and images.

World Book Discover Great for reluctant readers. Engages with easy-to-understand content, interactive multimedia and text-to-speech.

World Book Student Connects students with a variety of multimedia and articles.

World Book Timelines Brows existing timelines in a variety of subjects or create custom timelines using articles from the World Book Encyclopedia.

Learning Express Provides support to students for academic skill-building and standardized test prep.

NoveList K-8 Plus Helps kids find books that are just right for their reading level and interests.

Other Online Resources

Community of Learning Begins March 23. Interactive, live-streamed programs for homebound students in grades K-6.

Code.org Learn computer science at home with tutorials, videos, and projects.

Khan Academy Online courses, lessons, and practice.

The Learning Space Original, educational programming for students in grades 3 through 5 created by Maine teachers.

PBS Learning Media Teaching resources including vides, lesson plans, and games.

Scholastic Learn at Home Day-by-day projects to keep kids reading, thinking, and growing.

Science News for Students Online publication dedicated to providing age-appropriate science news to learners, parents, and educators.

Smithsonian Fun Stuff for Kids Explore and learn with the Smithsonian Institution.

Storyline Online Videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside creatively produced illustrations.

Ted Under 20 Talks from scientists, musicians, innovators, activists–all under the age of 20.

Tumble Book Library Children’s e-books, including animated, talking picture books, read-along chapter books, graphic novels, and more.

Tumble Math Math stories combining animation, narration, and sound.

Wonderopolis Intriguing questions explored in a variety of ways. (Created by National Center for Families Learning)

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TumbleBooks has generously offered public libraries free access to its databases until August 31, 2020.

TumbleBooks’ databases are easy to use, and feature unlimited access from home! You can read as many books as you want, when they want, and on any device. There are no check-outs, holds, or bulky downloads.

The links below offer instant access, with no library card or authentication required:

TumbleBookLibrary – K-6 Children’s E-book Database

TumbleMath – K-6 Math E-book Database

TeenBookCloud – Gr 7-12 E-book Database

AudioBookCloud – All Ages Audiobook Database

RomanceBookCloud – Romance Novels for the Older Crowd

In: Children, Events, Teens

Happy New Year! Join us for these special events during the month of January:

  • Letter Writing Group—Need to catch up on New Year’s greetings or holiday thank-you cards? TFL’s new Letter Writing Group meets Tuesday, Jan 7 from 4:00-5:00 pm. We’ll have stationary, pens & stamps to share.
  • Teen Writers Group—1st meeting: Thursday, Jan 23 at 5:30 pm.
  • Celebrate Lunar New Year—Join us on Friday, Jan 24 from 3:30-5:00 pm to ring in the Year of the Rat with snacks and crafts for all ages!
  • National Puzzle Day—Jan 29 is National Puzzle Day. Have fun and exercise your brain at the library with crossword, jigsaw, Sudoku and more!
  • Free Movie Night— Enjoy the 1983 classic “The Big Chill” on Friday, Jan 31 at 6:00 pm. Popcorn provided!

Don’t forget our regular programs:

Children’s Programs

  • After-school Activities (every Wednesday at 3:30 pm):
    • Legos & Board Games—Wednesdays, Jan 8 and Jan 22 from 3:30-4:30 pm.
    • Art Exploration—Wednesdays, Jan 15 and Jan 29 from 3:30-4:30 pm.
  • Thursday Morning Storytime—Every Thursday at 11:00 am. Join Ms. Michelle for stories, songs, and friends (birth to age 6).

Adult Programs

  • Knitting Group—Every Tuesday at 11:30 am.
  • Reading Group—Second Thursday of each month at 6:00 pm (Jan 9: The Cellist of Sarajevo by Steven Galloway).
  • Philosophy Circle—First Friday of each month at 3:30 pm.
  • Technology Help Time—Every Wednesday from 1:00-3:00 pm.

In: Arts & Crafts, Children, Community, Events, Movies, News

Enjoy the holidays at TFL!

At 6 pm on Friday, Dec. 6, Hometown Holidays kicks off with a special free showing of a brand-new Disney Christmas movie in the library’s downstairs meeting room. This charming take on a timeless tale features the wonderful Anna Kendrick (from Portland) as Santa’s daughter as well as Emmy winner Bill Hader and Oscar winner Shirley MacLaine. A fun time for the whole family with hot cocoa and cookies too.

The festive vibe continues on Saturday, Dec. 7 as TFL’s lead elf, Ms. Michelle, hosts ornament making from 9 am to noon. This Hometown Holidays program spotlights simple crafts aimed towards kids.

That same day from 9 am to 1 pm be sure to visit the Dover Cove Farmers Market downstairs. Support local farmers, get gift ideas, and stock up for all your holiday get-togethers. And don’t miss this year’s cookie walk. Super yum.

Ms. Michelle spreads even more holiday cheer with Christmas cookie decorating from 4-5 pm on Thursday, Dec. 19. You get to take home your own merry and bright (and tasty) treats.

The library elves want you to know that the Hallmark Channel isn’t your only refuge this holiday season. Our awesome holiday stash is on full display: an impressive lineup of new and classic DVDs and winter-themed books for all ages to keep you holly jolly and content. If you’ve lost your yuletide mojo, need some no-cost fun, or want to explore something a bit deeper, December at TFL will meet your expectations.

Holiday hours:

  • 9 am – 1 pm on Wednesday, Dec 24 & Tuesday, Dec 31
  • CLOSED on Wednesday, Dec 25 & Wednesday, Jan 1.

In: Children, Community
Halloween Storytime

Join Ms. Michelle for a spooky and fun storytime Thursday, October 31 at 11 am. Come in your costume and enjoy Halloween-themed stories and snacks!

Trick-or-Treat for BOOks!

Visit the library between 4 and 7 pm on Halloween to trick-or-treat for a free book! The original front doors of the library will be open, and Ms. Michelle will be handing out books to infants, kids, and teens!