ING...Harry Potter Film Festival–Jul. 29, Sa, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. In celebration of Harry’s birthday, come to our Harry Potter film festival in the Story Castle. The magic will be on

2017 SUMMER READING

BUILD A BETTER WORLD!

The goal of Library summer reading is to encourage children to read for pleasure.The library offers special events and incentives to encourage children of all ages,from infants to teens, to read what they enjoy, and to read often. Parents,grandparents and other caregivers are also invited to participate and to helppre-readers enjoy books and develop a love of reading.

GUIDELINES FOR BUILD A BETTER WORLD!Emergent/Family Readers – Minimum of 20 Books (Non-Fiction, Picture, Reader and Board Books)

Independent Reader – Minimum of 3 Books (Non-Fiction and Juvenile Fiction Books)

Read and record the books in your BUILD A BETTER WORLD paper or on-linereading log. Reach your halfway point and receive a special summer reading bookbag (while supplies last).

Visit Birmingham Public Library’s website at www.bplonline.org to look for allsorts of fun and inventive suggestions.

For more information, visit bplonline.org and click the summer reading banner.You may use the online summer reading app to register as well as record the books you read. Virtual badges may be earned by reaching reading milestones and/or by attending library programs.

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Build It: Tale It, Tail It, Tell It! – Jun. 28, W, 10 a.m. Hands on yourhips, a smile on your lips, spirit in your heart, we’re ready to start!It’s another action packed morning of wacky stories and fun whenMs. Cas is doing the telling. This is an event you won’t soon forget.24-hour advance registration required.

Build It: Imagine It, Construct It, LEGO It! – Jul. 5, W, 10 a.m.Architecture here, there, and everywhere! Join us at the constructionsite (Avondale Youth Department) for a morning of LEGO fun. Can webuild it? Yes, we can! 24-hour advance registration required.

Build It: Bring It, Screen It, Color It! – Jul. 11, Tu, 6:30 p.m. Drop offa NEW white t-shirt at the construction site (Avondale YouthDepartment) no later than July 6. We will screen your shirt andhave it ready for you to color during the “Build a Better World!”July 11 family fun night. Advance registration required.

Build It: Dig It, See It, Bug It! – Jul. 12, W,10 a.m. Over in the garden underneath the tree,I saw some bugs looking at me. They were wiggly and they weresquirmy. I think I saw a worm named Hermie. Should I run, shouldI hide, should I go back inside? Now, don’t you worry and don’t youcry, Mrs. Eve is here with a big surprise. Bugs are neat and bugsare cool, bugs are builders who really rule! Join us for a specialstorytime guaranteed to “ bug” one and all. 24-hour advanceregistration required.

Build It: Read It, Read It, Read It... Party Time! – Jul. 18, Tu, 6 p.m.For all Avondale readers who have read many, many books thissummer and earned a summer reading certificate, it’s time tocelebrate. Join us for a cool, indoor carnival at the library. Come andgo between 6-7:30 p.m. 24-hour advance registration required.


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Tot Time with Mrs. Eve – Jun. 5-Jul. 17, M, 10:30 a.m. Storytimedesigned for 2 to 4 year olds with a parent or caregiver; no groupsplease. Includes stories, songs, and lots of fun! 24-hour advanceregistration required.

Time For Tales –Jun. 8-Jul. 13, Th, 9:30 a.m. Preschool storytime withstories, songs and lots of fun for everyone; groups welcome! 24-houradvance registration required.

Build It: Think It, Create It, LEGO It! – Jun. 6, Tu,6 p.m. Now is the time to step up to the table andprove to the LEGO world that you are truly ready tobuild. Successfully complete a number of LEGO challenges and claimyour title as an Avondale Library Master Builder! Limited space;advance registration required.

Build It: Mark It, Yell It, Win It! – Jun. 7, W, 10 a.m. It’s time to takeyour place and get ready for a lightning fast round of BINGO mania.You’ll be surprised at the array of library prizes you may win when youyell out BINGO. 24-hour advance registration required.

Build It: See It, Learn It, Explode It! – Jun. 13, Tu, 6:30 p.m. JoinThe Science Lady from Dynamic Education Adventures for an explosiveevening of fun as she highlights 10 Alabama inventors and theirinventions. The show is jam-packed with some really cool stuff. It’sabsolutely Alabama! 24-hour advance registration required.

Build It: Hip It, Hop It, Move It! – Jun. 14, W, 10 a.m. WinstonStrickland, Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz DanceCompany is in the House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beatsand rhythms. Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as wemove to the beat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessaryand everyone is invited to have a great time. 24-hour advanceregistration required.

Build It: See It, Surprise It, Swim for It! – Jun. 20, Tu, 6:30 p.m.A shark is a pet that you don’t want to get. There is nothing less funthan a shark. He doesn’t have fur. He won’t cuddle or purr, and henever takes walks in the park. Instead he just stares and intenselyprepares, as he circles and waits in the dark, to nibble your nose andyour fingers and toes, for his bite is much worse than his bark.(-Kenn Nesbitt) Join us for a BITE, we mean night, of family fun frenzy.24-hour advance registration required.

Build It: Scale It, Tail It, Pet It! – Jun. 21, W, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. 24-hour advance registration required.

Build it: Practice it, Perfect it, Perform it! – Jun. 27, Tu, 6:30 p.m.Applause, applause, applause. Join us for our 14th annual talent showas we showcase some on the most extraordinary children in theAvondale Library. Visit the Children’s Department today to registeras a performer or as a member of the audience. 24-hour advanceregistration required.

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See the World with Movies @ the Library! – Jun. 7, 14, 21, 28,Jul. 5, 12, W, 10 a.m. Come to the Youth Department Story Castle andwatch some fun movies. Refreshments will be provided.

Finish the Summer with Ronald McDonald! –Jul. 17, M, 10 a.m. Comecelebrate the end of summer reading with world famous clown andmagician Ronald McDonald! To be held in the Arrington Auditorium.

Harry Potter Film Festival – Jul. 29, Sa, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.In celebration of Harry’s birthday, come to our HarryPotter film festival in the Story Castle. The magic will beon screen. Refreshments will be provided.

Build the Perfect Library! – What would be in your ideallibrary? Help us build a library for everyone. We would like toknow! Write down your suggestions on our library display. There will bea prize for the best suggestions!

preschool programsBuild It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 12, M, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their castof kid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. To be held in the Teen Room.

Let’s Build a Better Storytime! – Jun. 19, Jul. 3, 10, M, 10 a.m. Comejoin us in building and creating great stories for the summer.

Build a Better City! – Jun. 26, M, 10 a.m. Birmingham’s Public Worksis bringing the big trucks to the library to show what they do to make thisa great city. Come hear some fun truck stories and see some big trucks!

children’s programs, ages 7 and upBuild with Legos – Jun. 13, Tu, 10 a.m. Show your super creativitywith Legos. We supply the Legos, you create with imagination.Registration required.

Help Craft a Better World – Jun. 6, 20, Tu, 10 a.m. Come do crafts thatexpand your mind and help build a better world. Registration required.

Build a Better Video Game Controller! – Jun. 27, Tu, 10 a.m. Build avideo gaming controller featuring Makey Makeys (www.makeymakey.com/),aluminum foil, computers, and more in which every conductive piecein the room becomes a part of the game, especially the players. Learnabout electricity and circuits! Teen Zone Learning Lab.

Build It: Drum Roll Please! – Jul. 11, Tu, 10 a.m. Join internationallyacclaimed drumming facilitator and musician, John Scalici for a(morning, afternoon, evening) of percussion fun as we “Build a BetterWorld,” one beat at a time. It’s an interactive rhythm experience youwon’t soon forget. No experience necessary. Registration required.

Build a Better You - Dance! – Jul. 18, Tu, 10 a.m. Winston Strickland,Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company is inthe House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms.Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to thebeat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone isinvited to have a great time. To be held in the Arrington Auditorium.

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Celebrate the Start of Summer Reading with the Magic ofTommy Johns – Jun. 5, M, 10 a.m. Come see master magicianTommy Johns as he helps start our summer reading program. Thismagician will astound you with his magical skills and propel you into awonder summer at the library! To be held in the Arrington Auditorium.

Build a Better World - Use Your Creativity! – Jun. 20, Tu, 6-7:30 p.m.In this Summer Reading Edition of Family Craft Night, we will use ourcreativity to build shapes, walls, and other fun things with stuff you canfind around the house! So bring Mom and Dad, bring the kids, bring yourfriends and neighbors, and let’s all use our imaginations to Build aBetter World! Light snacks and lemonade provided! No registration, nofees, all you have to bring is your mind! To be held in the Teen Room.

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June 8, 10 a.m. • East Lake LibraryJune 9, 9:30 a.m. • Southside LibraryJune 12, 10 a.m. • Central LibraryJune 13, 10 a.m • Wylam Library

June 13, 1 p.m. • North Avondale LibraryJune 15, 10 a.m. • Woodlawn LibraryJune 16, 9:30 a.m. • Inglenook LibraryJune 19, 10 a.m. • Pratt City LibraryJune 20, 10 a.m. • East Ensley LibraryJune 21, 10 a.m. • Avondale LibraryJune 22, 11 a.m. • West End LibraryJune 26, 10 a.m. • Powderly Library

June 27, 10:30 a.m. • Titusville LibraryJuly 5, 10:30 a.m. • North Birmingham Library

July 11, 10 a.m. • Ensley LibraryJuly 13, 11 a.m. • Eastwood Library

July 19, 10 a.m. • Springville Road LibraryJuly 25, 10 a.m. • Five Points West LibraryJuly 26, 10 a.m. • Smithfield Library

SCALES, TAiLS, AND MORE!Did you know animals are natural born builders who comeequipped with their own tools and architectural designs?Join Alabama 4-H and their cast of kid-friendly critters asthey present some super constructors from the world of scales,tails, and more.

an interactive rhythm experience you won’t soon forget. No experiencenecessary. Registration required.

Build It: Building a Better World Through Science! – Jun. 22, Th,11 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic Education Adventures foran explosive morning of fun as she highlights 10 Alabama inventorsand their inventions. The show is jam-packed with some really coolstuff. It’s absolutely Alabama! Registration required.

Build It: Blow It, Smash It, Run For It! – Jun. 29, Th, 11 a.m. Threelittle pigs left home one day, waved to mom and went their way.Decided to become architects and design their own annex. Two homestook a nasty fall, when the big bad wolf came to call. A solid story willbe found, when you have our crew around. Join the Eastwoodstorytellers as they explore the world of building and design by the3 Little Swine. No job too big, no job too small. Registration required.

Build It: Dig It, See It, Bug It! – Jul. 6, Th, 11 a.m. Over in the gardenunderneath the tree, I saw some bugs looking at me. They were wigglyand they were squirmy. I think I saw a worm named Hermie. Should Irun, should I hide, should I go back inside? Now, don’t you worry anddon’t you cry, the storytellers are here with a big surprise. Bugs are neatand bugs are cool, bugs are builders and they really rule! Joins us for aspecial storytime guaranteed to “bug” one and all. Registration required.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jul. 13, Th, 11 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration required.

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Build a Better You - Dance! – Jun. 6, Tu, 10 a.m. Winston Strickland, Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company is in theHouse. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms. Joinus for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to the beat andstomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone is invited tohave a great time.

Paint Your Own T-Shirt – Jun. 13, Tu, 10 a.m. Bring your own cleanwhite t-shirt before June 1 and create your own Summer Readingt-shirt on June 13.

Build a Better World: With Kindness – Jun. 20, Tu, 10 a.m. Fancy andDanner of Kindness, Alabama believe the more kindness you give thebetter your world. They will introduce you to their home city throughskits, songs, and laughter! Give a little kindness!

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jul. 11, Tu, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

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Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jun. 12, M, 10 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions and howthey changed our world.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 20, Tu, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

Build a Better World: With Kindness – Jun. 27, Tu,10 a.m. Fancy and Danner of Kindness,Alabama believe the more kindness you givethe better your world. They will introduceyou to their home city through skits, songs,and laughter! Give a little kindness!

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Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 8, Th, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jun. 15, Th, 10 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cool demonstrations to help you better understand these inventions and howthey changed our world.

A Soup Opera – Jul. 11, M, 10 a.m. Join our library storytellers for thegripping tale of a girl, a bowl of soup, and the girl's comically frustratingquest to eat that soup.

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Build It: Bring It, Mix it, Share It! – Jun. 8, Th, 11 a.m. Bring it to thepot, cook it nice and hot. Mix it with a spoon, we’ll be telling soon.Share it with a friend, till’ the very end. Join the Eastwood storytellersas they reveal the recipe for building friendships, one ingredient at atime. Registration required.

Build It: Drum Roll Please – Jun. 15, Th, 11 a.m. Join internationallyacclaimed drumming facilitator and musician, John Scalici for a morningof percussion fun as we “Build a Better World,” one beat at a time. It’s



Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jul. 18, Tu, 10 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions andhow they changed our world.

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Five Points West Library Summer Reading Kick-off Party! –May 30, Tu, 6 p.m. Come party at the Five Points West Library andregister for the Summer Library Program, learn to use our onlinereading program, and enjoy John Scalici’s Drum program for the wholefamily! This is a great way to begin a fun summer of reading for thewhole family. Refreshments will be served!

Birmingham Public Library Summer Reading Kick-off Party! –Jun. 2, F.

Build a Better World with Legos! – Jun. 6, Tu, 10 a.m. What can youbuild with LEGOs? Something Bigger? Better? Higher? Faster? We willhave LEGOs for all age levels available!

Building a Better You – Jun. 13, Tu, 10 a.m. Join Ms. Candice as shemotivates you to renew your minds through physical activity. A spin-offof the "Let's Move" campaign of former First Lady, Michelle Obama,information will be shared about of the importance of exercise,meditation and methods to developing a healthier attitude/lifestyle.Let's get in the groove to "Building a Better You!"

Build a Better You - Dance! – Jun. 20, Tu, 10 a.m. Winston Strickland,Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company is inthe House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms.Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to thebeat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone isinvited to have a great time.

Paint Your Own T-Shirt – Jun. 27, Tu, 10 a.m. Bring your own cleanwhite t-shirt before Jun. 20 and create your own Summer readingt-shirt on Jun. 27.

Some Assembly Required: Building Teamwork through DramaticPlay – Jul. 11, Tu, 10 a.m. Use stories in dramatic play as a way toincrease children’s confidence.

Build a Work of Art – Jul. 18, Tu, 10 a.m. Createan art piece to express yourself.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jul. 25, Tu,10 a.m. Did you know animals are natural bornbuilders who come equipped with their own tools and architecturaldesigns? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast of kid-friendly critters asthey present some super constructors from the world of scales, tails,and more.

May 10, 10 a.m. • Wylam LIBRARY (Adult Summer Reading kickoff)

May 30, 6 p.m. • Five Points WEST LIBRARY (Summer Reading Kick- off)

June 9, 4 p.m. • Springville Road LIBRARY

June 15, 11 a.m. • Eastwood LIBRARY

June 15, 2 p.m. • Avondale LIBRARY

June 20, 2 p.m. • Pratt City LIBRARY

June 26, 12 p.m. • North Birmingham LIBRARY

June 28, 2:30 p.m. • Southside LIBRARY

June 29, 10 a.m. • East Lake LIBRARY

July 3, 10 a.m. • Powderly LIBRARY

July 6, 2 p.m. • East Ensley LIBRARY

July 11, 10 a.m. • Central LIBRARY

July 12, 10 a.m. • Smithfield LIBRARY

July 13, 10 a.m. • Ensley LIBRARY

July 19. 2 p.m. • West End LIBRARY

July 20, 10 a.m. • Woodlawn LIBRARY

July 21, 3 p.m. • Inglenook LIBRARY

BUILD IT:DRUM ROLL PLEASEJoin internationally acclaimed drummingfacilitator and musician, John Scalicifor percussion fun as we “Build aBetter World,”one beat at a time.It’s an interactive rhythm experi-ence you won’t soon forget. Noexperience necessary.

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Summer Reading Kick-off Party – Jun. 5, M, 3:30 p.m.Build a Better You by coming to the Inglenook Library forthe Summer Reading Kickoff Party and finding out aboutall the fun events that we have in store for you thissummer! You will also be able to register for summer reading whileparticipating in fun events. Call the Inglenook Library for more details.

Young Leadership Wednesday – Jun. 7, Jul. 5, W, 3:30 p.m. Join theInglenook Library as we facilitate a storytime led by children themselves.A child from a group of participants will be chosen to read a book athis/her comfort level, ask questions based on the book, pass out a craft,and assist library staff with the clean-up. Leaders are readers!

Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jun. 9, F, 9:30 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions and howthey changed our world.

Build a Better World: Inspirational Movies – Jun. 9, 23, Jul. 7, F,3 p.m. Watch inspiring movies of people and/or events that haveimpacted the world. Refreshments will be served. We hope to see you!

Build a Better You Though Art – Jun. 14, W, 3:30 p.m. Join us for anexciting art experience where you will be able to make your ownmasterpiece. Call the Inglenook Library for details.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 16, F, 9:30 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

Game Day Friday – Jun. 16, 30, Jul. 14, F, 3 p.m. Join the InglenookLibrary for our Game Day Friday! We will be playing all kinds ofgames – Wii, board, and even dance games. Game winners will receivecool prizes!

Build a Better World: Lego Building Contest – Jun. 19, M, 3:30 p.m.Use your creativity to design a building like none other using Legos. Theperson who has made the most creative building will receive a prize.Show us what you have!

Readers Are Leaders Book Club Meeting – Jun. 21, Jul. 19, W,3:30 p.m. Join us for our Children’s Book Club Meeting where wediscuss the book read from the month before and play fun games basedon the book.

Around the World: Scavenger Hunt Trivia –Jun. 26, Jul. 17, M, 3:30 p.m. Play a fun gameof around the world at the Inglenook Library.Questions will be based on the scavengerhunts that were available for the month. Readthem carefully!


Build a Better City – Jun. 28, W, 3:30 p.m. Do you have a vision of whatyour ideal city would look like? How will it be governed? What methodsof transportation will be available? What kinds of restaurants, if any, willyour city have? Bring your vision to life by creating your own city atthe Inglenook Library. Registration required. Call Inglenook Libraryfor details.

Build a Better World: Making a Simple Circuit – Jul. 12, W, 3:30 p.m.Become an electrician for today and make your own electrical circuit.See what it takes to make a light bulb come on. Registration required.Call Inglenook Library for details.

Inglenook Library’s Birthday Celebration – Jul. 17, F, 3:30 p.m. Canyou believe it! The Inglenook Library will be 38 years old on July 17! Stopby and grab a slice of cake and help us celebrate the years that theInglenook Library served the Inglenook Community.

End of the Summer Celebration – Jul. 21, F, 3 p.m. Party with us aswe bring our summer reading program to a close. There will be food,door prizes, a special performance by John Scalici, and more!

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Movie Day at the Library – Jun. 7, W, 10:30 a.m. Bring a friend andjoin us for a movie and popcorn at the North Avondale Library MovieDay. Registration required.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 13, Tu, 1 p.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration required.

Building My Dream Neighborhood – Jun. 14, W, 1 p.m. Childrenwill create a model of their dream neighborhood and gain a betterunderstanding of community for living, working, and playing. Supplieswill be provided. Registration required.

Build a Craft Day! – Jul. 6, Th, 1 p.m. Participants will have theopportunity to create their own building project. Supplies will beprovided. Registration required.

Movie Day at the Library – Jul. 10, M, 1 p.m. Bring a friend and joinus for a movie and popcorn at the North Avondale Library Movie Day.Registration required.

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Grub-Down in Zootopia – Every Tu, Jun. 6-27, 10:30 a.m. Do youknow our Library Pets? They are Jabberwacki, Pip Squeek, Spike, Tuck,Sebastian, Hugo and Charlotte. In our perfect Zoobrary World, we loveto take them out and visit with them. We feed them. Some of them getbrushed. You will want to be a part of this Out-of-this-World experience.

LEGO My Popcorn and Watch a Movie – Jun. 7, 21, 28,W, 10:30 a.m. Come enjoy a Movie (a couple will beLEGO movies!) and enjoy a bag of fresh, warm popcorn ina cool auditorium. You’ll be glad you did!

Build a Better World: In Teams – Jun. 8, Th, 10:30 a.m. Join us forgames that promote team-building. There will also be a neat projectwith paint. You will leave with prizes and goodies!

Build a Better Smile – Jun. 14, W, 10:30 a.m. Vital Smiles brings tipsto a better smile. Children will leave with free items that will also helpthem achieve that goal.

Build a Better World: With Kindness – Jun 15, Th, 10:30 a.m. Fancyand Danner of Kindness, Alabama believe the more kindness you givethe better your world. They will introduce you to their home city throughskits, songs, and laughter! Give a little kindness!

Kids’ Art Attack – Jun. 22, Th, 10:30 a.m. We will work withwatercolor to create a Pop Art Masterpiece – much like the famousworks of Andy Warhol. You may take your painting home or displayit in our gallery. You may be surprised and impressed with thefinished product!

Ages 8-up: Build It: Drum Roll Please – Jun. 26, M, 12 p.m. Joininternationally acclaimed drumming facilitator and musician, JohnScalici for a (morning, afternoon, evening) of percussion fun as we“ Build a Better World,” one beat at a time. It’s an interactive rhythmexperience you won’t soon forget. No experience necessary.Registration required.

Build a Better You - Dance! – Jun. 29, Th, 10:30 a.m. WinstonStrickland, Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz DanceCompany is in the House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beatsand rhythms. Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as wemove to the beat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary andeveryone is invited to have a great time.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jul. 5, W, 10:30 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jul. 6, Th, 10:30 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions andhow they changed our world.


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Birmingham Public Library SummerReading Kick-off Party! – Jun. 2, F.

Building a Better You – Jun. 5, M, 10 a.m. JoinMs. Candice as she motivates you to renew yourminds through physical activity. A spin-off of the"Let's Move" campaign of former First Lady, Michelle Obama,information will be shared about of the importance of exercise,meditation and methods to developing a healthier attitude/lifestyle.Let's get in the groove to "Building a Better You!"

Paint Your Own T-Shirt – Jun. 12, M, 10 a.m. Bring your own cleanwhite t-shirt before June 8 and create your own summer readingt-shirt on June 12.

Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jun. 19, M, 10 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions andhow they changed our world.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 26, M, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more.

Build It: Drum Roll Please – Jul. 3, M, 10 a.m. Join internationallyacclaimed drumming facilitator and musician, John Scalici for amorning of percussion fun as we “Build a Better World,” one beat at atime. It’s an interactive rhythm experience you won’t soon forget. Noexperience necessary. Registration required.

Build a Better You - Dance! – Jul. 10, M, 10 a.m. Winston Strickland,Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company is inthe House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms.Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to thebeat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone isinvited to have a great time.

Some Assembly Required: Building Teamwork through DramaticPlay – Jul. 17, M, 10 a.m. Use stories in dramatic play as a way toincrease children’s confidence.

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Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jun. 6, Tu, 10 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions andhow they changed our world.

Build a Better You - Dance! – Jun. 15, Th, 10 a.m. Winston Strickland,Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company is inthe House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms.Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to thebeat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone isinvited to have a great time.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 19, M, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

Build a Better Smile – Jun. 22, Th, 10 a.m. Vital Smiles brings tips toa better smile. Children will leave with free items that will also helpthem achieve that goal.

Build a Better World: With Kindness – Jun. 28, W, 10 a.m. Fancy andDanner of Kindness, Alabama believe the more kindness you give the

better your world. They will introduce you to their home city throughskits, songs, and laughter! Give a little kindness!

Build a Better World: In Teams – Jul. 6, Th, 10 a.m. Join us for gamesthat promote team-building. You will leave with prizes and goodies!

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Birmingham Public Library Summer Reading Kick-off Party! –Jun. 1, Th,10 a.m-1 p.m.

Chalking Sidewalks – Jun. 12, M, 10 a.m. Use your creativity andhelp us decorate the outside of the library! We will be chalking thesidewalk. Write a positive message for others to see when they visitthe library during the summer.

Paint Your Own T-Shirt – Jun. 14, W, 10 a.m. Bring your own cleanwhite t-shirt before June 9 and create your own summer readingt-shirt on June 14.

Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jun. 21, W, 10 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions andhow they changed our world.

Building a Better You – Jun. 28, W, 10 a.m. Join Ms. Candice asshe motivates you to renew your minds through physical activity.A spin-off of the "Let's Move" campaign of former First Lady, MichelleObama, information will be shared about of the importanceof exercise, meditation and methods to developing a healthierattitude/lifestyle. Let's get in the groove to "Building a Better You!"

Some Assembly Required: Building Teamwork through DramaticPlay – Jul. 5, W, 10 a.m. Use stories in dramatic play as a way toincrease children’s confidence.

Build a Better World with Legos! – Jun. 11, Tu, 10 a.m. What can youbuild with LEGOs? Something Bigger? Better? Higher? Faster? We willhave LEGOs for all age levels available!

Build It: Drum Roll Please – Jul. 12, W, 10 a.m. Join internationallyacclaimed drumming facilitator and musician, John Scalici for amorning of percussion fun as we “ Build a Better World,” one beat ata time. It’s an interactive rhythm experience you won’t soon forget. Noexperience necessary.

Build a Better You - Dance! – Jul. 19, W, 10 a.m. Winston Strickland,Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company is inthe House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms.Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to thebeat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone isinvited to have a great time.

BUILDINGA BETTER YOUA spin-off of the "Let's Move" campaign of formerFirst Lady, Michelle Obama. Ms. Candice will informyou of the importance of exercise, meditation andmethods to developing a healthier attitude/lifestyle.

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Build It: Make It, Do It, Play It! – Jul. 14, F, 9:30 a.m. Making musicis so much fun. You can do it on the run. Come along and sing with me.Let’s all play now 1,2,3. Join the Southside Storytellers as they build abetter world with music, one note at a time. Do-re-mi-fa-so-la-ti-do!Registration appreciated.


Build a Better World with Legos! – Jul. 25, Tu, 10 a.m. What can youbuild with LEGOs? Something Bigger? Better? Higher? Faster? We willhave LEGOs for all age levels available!

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jul. 26, W, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more.

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Build It: Bring It, Mix It, Share It! – Jun. 2, F, 9:30 a.m. Bring it to thepot, cook it nice and hot. Mix it with a spoon, we’ll be telling soon.Share it with a friend, till’ the very end. Join the Southside storytellersas they reveal the recipe for building friendships, one ingredient at atime. Registration appreciated.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 9, F, 9:30 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

Build It: Reduce It, Reuse It, Recycle It! – Jun. 16, F, 9:30 a.m. Werecycle what we use, separate things and you should, too. Glass andpaper, plastic, tin, go in your recycling bin! We must start now, wecan’t wait. Recruiting trash busters is our fate. Join the Southsidestorytellers as they show us how to build a better world, one reductionat a time. Registration appreciated.

Build It: Building a Better World ThroughScience! –Jun. 23, F, 9:30 a.m. Join The ScienceLady from Dynamic Education Adventures for anexplosive morning of fun as she highlights 10Alabama inventors and their inventions. The show isjam-packed with some really cool stuff. It’sabsolutely Alabama! Registration appreciated.

Build It: Blow It, Smash It, Run For It! – Jun. 30, F, 9:30 a.m. Threelittle pigs left home one day, waved to mom and went their way.Decided to become architects and design their own annex. Two homestook a nasty fall, when the big bad wolf came to call. A solid story willbe found, when you have our crew around. Join the storytellers as theyexplore the world of building and design by the 3 Little Swine. No jobtoo big, no job too small. Registration appreciated.

Build It: Dig It, See It, Bug It! – Jul. 7, F, 9:30 a.m. Over in the gardenunderneath the tree, I saw some bugs looking at me. They werewiggly and they were squirmy. I think I saw a worm named Hermie.Should I run, should I hide, should I go back inside? Now, don’t youworry and don’t you cry, the storytellers are here with a big surprise.Bugs are neat and bugs are cool, bugs are builders and they really rule!Join us for a special storytime guaranteed to “bug” one and all.Registration appreciated.

Culture Kids: Irish Step Dancing – Jun. 30, F, 4 p.m. Learn the basicsfrom the experts in this 30 minute class. We’ll have representativeshere from Westwood Irish Dance School to teach us the moves and dis-cuss the culture and traditions of Irish dance. Call 226-4085 to register!

A Soup Opera – Jul. 5, W, 10 a.m. Join our library storytellers for thegripping tale of a girl, a bowl of soup, and the girl's comicallyfrustrating quest to eat that soup.

Lego: Learn from a Master – Jul. 7, F, 4 p.m. A representative fromthe Magic City Lego Users Club will visit to talk about master buildingtechniques. Call 226-4085 to register!

Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jul. 12, W, 10 a.m. Join the Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions and howthey changed our world.

Culture Kids – Jul. 14, F, 4 p.m. Travel around the world withoutleaving the library! This week we’ll be discussing South America. Call226-4085 to register!

Family Fun Night – Jul. 17, M, 6 p.m. Join us for a night of family fun!Complete with snacks, crafts, and stories! Visit the children’s desk orcall 226-4085 to register.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jul. 19, W, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

Summer Reading Finale – Jul. 24, M, 6 p.m. It’s time to celebrate asummer of reading and fun! We’ll have an obstacle course, prizes, andgoodies for all of our intrepid summer reading participants!

Daycare/Large Group Summer Reading Finale: BirminghamAcademy of Martial Arts –Jul. 26, W, 10 a.m. Visit us for an awesomesummer finale! The BAMA will be here to demonstrate their bestmartial arts skills for one and all. Prepare to be amazed!

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Build It: Bring It, Mix It, Share It! – Jun. 6, Tu, 10:30 a.m. Bring it tothe pot, cook it nice and hot. Mix it with a spoon, we’ll be telling soon.Share it with a friend, till’ the very end. Join the Titusville storytellersas they reveal the recipe for building friendships, one ingredient at a time. Registration appreciated.

Build It: Dance! – Jun. 13, Tu, 10:30 a.m. WinstonStrickland, Artistic Director M.A.D (Music andDance) Skillz Dance Company is in the House.Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms.

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Grubdown – Every Tuesday at 4 p.m. Drop by and we’ll introduce youto our pets as we feed, groom, and play with them.

Movie Madness – Every Thursday at 10 a.m. Come to the Children’sDepartment to watch an awesome movie every Thursday morning!

Summer Reading Sign-up Begins – May 16, M, 4 p.m. Visit theChildren’s Department for to sign up for a summer of fun.

Build a Better You - Dance! – Jun. 7, W, 4 p.m. Winston Strickland,Artistic Director of M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company isin the House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats andrhythms. Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as wemove to the beat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary andeveryone is invited to have a great time.

Build It: Drum Roll Please – Jun. 9, F, 4 p.m. Join internationallyacclaimed drumming facilitator and musician, John Scalici for anafternoon of percussion fun as we “Build a Better World,” one beat at atime. It’s an interactive rhythm experience you won’t soon forget. Noexperience necessary. Call 226-4085 to register.

Family Night T-Shirt Party – Jun. 12, M, 6 p.m. Let’s create a specialSummer Reading t-shirt! Bring a clean t-shirt to the children’s deskfrom May 31-June 9, and we’ll print it with a special design. The wholefamily is invited to build a better shirt at the library. Visit the children’sdesk or call 226-4085 to register.

Ronald McDonald Magic Show – Jun. 14, W, 10 a.m. Ronald will behere to show off some awesome magic!

Build a Better World with Legos – Jun. 16, F, 4 p.m. We’re going tolearn how to build the coolest structures in the world! Do you have whatit takes to create your own version of the world’s wonders? Visitthe children’s desk or call 226-4085 to register.

Build a Better World: Birmingham Firefighters – Jun. 21, W, 10 a.m. The Birmingham Firefighters will visit us to talkabout how they are building a better world. Meet theheroes, see the fire truck, and learn how to keep your cool inan emergency!

Raptors 101 – Jun. 23, F, 4 p.m. Representatives from the AlabamaWildlife Center will give us an introduction to birds of prey. Students willlearn how to recognize raptors based on the adaptations that all raptorsshare. We’ll have some real-life birds of prey at the library during thisevent! We ask that all young children attend with a chaperone. Visit thechildren’s desk or call 226-4085 to register.

The Search for the Perfect Patron – Jun. 28, W, 10 a.m. At the ripeold age of 21 days, Martina Josefina Catalina Cucaracha, a beautifulcockroach decides to search for the perfect patron. Join our librarystorytellers as she tests readers near and far to see who is the bestpatron in all the land. Based on Martina the Beautiful Cockroach byCarmen Agra Deedy.



Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to the beatand stomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone is invitedto have a great time. Registration appreciated.

Build It: Building a Better World Through Science – Jun. 20, Tu,10:30 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic Education Adventuresfor an explosive morning of fun as she highlights 10 Alabama inventorsand their inventions. The show is jam-packed with some really coolstuff. It’s absolutely Alabama! Registration appreciated.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 27, Tu, 10:30 a.m. Did youknow animals are natural born builders who come equipped with theirown tools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

Build It: Dig It, See It, Bug It! – Jul. 11, Tu, 10:30 a.m. Over in thegarden underneath the tree, I saw some bugs looking at me. They werewiggly and they were squirmy. I think I saw a worm named Hermie.Should I run, should I hide, should I go back inside? Now, don’t youworry and don’t you cry, the storytellers are here with a big surprise.Bugs are neat and bugs are cool, bugs are builders and they really rule!Joins us for a special storytime guaranteed to “ bug” one and all.Registration appreciated.

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Build a Better You - Dance! – Jun. 8, Th, 11 a.m. Winston Strickland,Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company is inthe House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms.Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to thebeat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone isinvited to have a great time.

Some Assembly Required: Building Teamworkthrough Dramatic Play – Jun. 15, Th, 11 a.m.Use stories in dramatic play as a way to increasechildren’s confidence.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 22, Th,11 a.m. Did you know animals are natural born builders who comeequipped with their own tools and architectural designs? Join Alabama4-H and their cast of kid-friendly critters as they present some superconstructors from the world of scales, tails, and more.

Paint Your Own T-Shirt – Jun. 29, Th, 11 a.m. Bring your own cleanwhite t-shirt before June 22 and create your own summer readingt-shirt on June 29.

Building a Better You – Jul. 6, Th, 11 a.m. JoinMs. Candice as she motivates you to renew your mindsthrough physical activity. A spin-off of the "Let's Move"campaign of former First Lady, Michelle Obama,information will be shared about of the importance ofexercise, meditation and methods to developing a healthierattitude/lifestyle. Let's get in the groove to "Building aBetter You!"

Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –Jul. 13, Th, 11 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions andhow they changed our world.

Spot the DifferencesCan you find 10 differences between the pictures below?

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Some Assembly Required: Building Teamwork through DramaticPlay – Jul. 6, Th, 10 a.m. Use stories in dramatic play as a way toincrease children’s confidence.

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 13, Tu, 10 a.m. Did you knowanimals are natural born builders who come equipped with their owntools and architectural designs? Join Alabama 4-H and their cast ofkid-friendly critters as they present some super constructors from theworld of scales, tails, and more.

Paint Your Own T-Shirt – Jun. 20, Tu, 10 a.m. Bring your own cleanwhite t-shirt before June 13 and create your own summer readingt-shirt on June 20.

Building a Better You – Jun. 27, Tu, 10 a.m. Join Ms. Candice as shemotivates you to renew your minds through physical activity. A spin-offof the "Let's Move" campaign of former First Lady, Michelle Obama,information will be shared about of the importance of exercise,meditation and methods to developing a healthier attitude/lifestyle. Let'sget in the groove to "Building a Better You!"

The Super Science Show – Jul. 6, Th, 2 p.m. Join TheScience Lady from Dynamic Education Adventures for ashow that is fizzing and booming with fantastically fieryfeats and radical reactions! You will be blown away bethe explosive experiments and combustible chaos.

Build a Better You – Dance! – Jul. 11, Tu, 10 a.m. Winston Strickland,Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz Dance Company is in theHouse. Learn to move and groove to the latest beats and rhythms. Joinus for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as we move to the beat andstomp our feet. No experience is necessary and everyone is invited tohave a great time.

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The Search for the Perfect Patron – Jun. 8, Th, 10 a.m. At the ripeold age of 21 days, Martina Josefina Catalina Cucaracha, a beautifulcockroach decides to search for the perfect patron. Join our librarystorytellers as she tests readers near and far to see who is the bestpatron in all the land. Based on the Martina the Beautiful Cockroachby Carmen Agra Dede.

Build a Better World with Legos! – Jun. 13, Tu, 10 a.m. Come to thelibrary to build something awesome! We’ll have Lego blocks availablefor every kid to build a masterpiece. All blocks are provided for thisevent, no need to bring your own!

Build It: Scales, Tails, and More! – Jun. 15, Th, 10 a.m. Didyou know animals are natural born builders who comeequipped with their own tools and architectural designs?Join Alabama 4-H and their cast of kid-friendly critters asthey present some super constructors from the world ofscales, tails, and more. Registration appreciated.

A Soup Opera – Jun. 22, Th, 10 a.m. Join our library storytellers forthe gripping tale of a girl, a bowl of soup, and the girl's comicallyfrustrating quest to eat that soup.

Build a Better You – Dance! – Jun. 27, Tu, 10 a.m. WinstonStrickland, Artistic Director M.A.D (Music and Dance) Skillz DanceCompany is in the House. Learn to move and groove to the latest beatsand rhythms. Join us for a program filled with hip-hopping fun as wemove to the beat and stomp our feet. No experience is necessary andeveryone is invited to have a great time.

Building a Better World Through Science: Alabama Inventors –June 29, Th, 10 a.m. Join The Science Lady from Dynamic EducationAdventures for a fun, engaging, and explosively interesting showhighlighting 10 Alabama inventors. This show is jam-packed with cooldemonstrations to help you better understand these inventions andhow they changed our world.


Construction Word Find blueprints

cement

concrete

design

drill

electricity

foundation

frames

hammer

nails

paint

pipes

roof

saw

screws

W B D Z B V V Z G R T S Q T Z K F W

B W E G L P J N X N O Y L T I O K A

T O L B U B J K E J Q E L I U L E L

Z H B U E S E M D E S I G N A G E L

U W Z H P F E L M X X N D W O N K S

V S X D R C R U E R X A V U U M T O

E I M X I X W A J C T Z S N S Z L U

I C W P N W O V M I T C T Y W B V F

W A S H T B X B O E R R Z G O O I F

F D P P S W C N L E S F I Q D L H V

E T E R C N O C W O S R T C N H Z K

U U P J P R P S B E O V N B I D I L

L L I R D H L W P O B T I X W T G B

U A D R G A V I F F F N A Q P C Y Y

J J B X M M P K Y G O B P V M O J D

T F F I L M T D L V O T H B Q N R J

Q E X J V E E M A S T O N E T V H K

N A R Z C R U B Z Z R R E E Z S X D

stone

tiles

toolbox

walls

windows

Hidden Objects Look closely at the picture below! Can you find all of the hidden objects?

Find these objects:

pizza

shoe

mitten

pencil

snake

cap

giraffe

flower dolphin

Construction Match-UpDraw a line between each set of matching vehicles. If you like, color them.

Who Invented It?Match the name of each inventor below with the item he or she invented. Use books, the Internet, or library databases to find the answers. Write the letter of

the invention on the line next to the inventor’s name.

1. Mary Anderson _____

2. Thomas Edison _____

3. Benjamin Holt _____

4. Alexander Graham Bell _____

5. Orville and Wilbur Wright _____

6. Ruth Wakefield _____

7. Richard James _____

8. Levi Strauss _____

9. Elias Howe _____

10. Johannes Gutenberg _____

11. Maria Telkes ____

12. Elizabeth Magie _____

13. Maria Beasley _____

14. Alexander Miles _____

15. Lonnie G. Johnson ____

16. Dr. Patricia Bath ____

A. Chocolate chips

B. The tractor

C. Windshield wipers

D. The printing press

E. Blue jeans

F. First 100% solar-powered house

G. The life raft

H. The Slinky

I. The sewing machine

J. The airplane

K. The lightbulb

L. The telephone

M. Monopoly

N. Super Soaker

O. Laserphaco probe (laser tool used in eye surgery)

P. Automatic elevator doors

BARNES & NOBLE for offering a FREE book to “BUILD A BETTER WORLD”participants completing their summer reading goals.

ALABAMA POWER FOUNDATION for their generous financial support ofBPL's previous Summer Reading Programs.

DIVISION OF YOUTH SERVICES for promoting summer reading opportunitiesto their summer youth workers.

ALABAMA SPORTS HALL OF FAME for offering a FREE family admission toeach child who completes their summer reading goal.

RALLY’S for providing incentive coupons for FREE food to each “BUILD ABETTER WORLD” participant when they reach the half-way mark in theirreading goal. Rally’s wants to encourage readers to “rally on”and completethe summer reading program.

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