Skip to main content
Font size options
Increase or decrease the font size for this website by clicking on the 'A's.
Contrast options
Choose a color combination to give the most comfortable contrast.
Image for event: Rakow Read & Explore Book Club - Grades: 3-5

Registration now closed

Rakow Read & Explore Book Club - Grades: 3-5

Wishtree By: Katherine Applegate
2025-04-30 16:45:00 2025-04-30 17:45:00 America/Chicago Rakow Read & Explore Book Club - Grades: 3-5 The kid's book club is back! This program is a 4-week series that combines reading, critical thinking, and hands-on activities to enrich the experience. Rakow Branch - Rakow - Shales Living Room

Wednesday, April 30
4:45pm - 5:45pm

Add to Calendar

Rakow Branch

Rakow - Shales Living Room

The kid's book club is back! This program is a 4-week series that combines reading, critical thinking, and hands-on activities to enrich the experience.

WARNING: REGISTRATION IS NOT OPEN UNTIL: SATURDAY, MARCH 15TH 2025 - 09:00AM

Our story is about Red an oak tree who is many rings old. Red is the neighborhood "wishtree"—people write their wishes on pieces of cloth and tie them to Red's branches. Along with her crow friend Bongo and other animals who seek refuge in Red's hollows, this "wishtree" watches over the neighborhood.

Each child will receive a copy of the book at the first book club and we will read & explore together. Please keep in mind this is a 4 week series and attendance is important. Kids will be assigned to read chapters each week at home. Through this book club, we aim to enhance comprehension, encourage critical thinking, inspire creativity, and foster personal growth.

If you are unable to attend the event, please call 847-531-7271 to cancel as soon as possible. This allows a student on the waitlist to join the event.  We will be taking attendance at the programs, and staff members reserve the right to move a registrant to the waitlist if they are found to be consistently absent from programs.   
 
-For a list of possible book titles that we will use in this program, please visit here. 

 

AGE GROUP: | Elementary School |

EVENT TYPE: | Book Clubs & Discussion Groups |

TAGS: | |

Rakow Branch
Phone: 847-531-7271
Hours
Skip Open Hours widget

Today's hours

We're open 9:00AM to 5:00PM

Mon, Aug 31 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 05 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 06 12:00PM to 5:00PM
previous
this week
next

Upcoming Events

Skip My new widget widget
Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Fri, Sep 04, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Fri, Sep 04, 9:00am - 6:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Baby & Me Storytime - For ages 0-11 months
Fri, Sep 04, 9:45am - 10:15am
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Shales Children's Activity Room
Enjoy songs, bounces, and gentle stories with your baby while learning early literacy tips you can use at home. Best for little ones 0-11 months with a parent or caregiver.
Cancelled
Piano Performance - Ling Low
Fri, Sep 04, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Main Library
Piano performance in the lobby by volunteer community members.
Tech Mobile Stop: Harriet Gifford Elementary School
Fri, Sep 04, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Mobile Services
240 S Clifton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
Cancelled
Book Bike - Elgin Farmers Market
Fri, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Mobile Services
The book bike will have a variety of materials to check out for all ages. You will also be able to register for a library card! Elgin Farmers Market: South Riverside Drive
Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2 - Hollywood Costumes Exhibit
Sat, Sep 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
The Glitz, Glam, Gorgeous 2: Hollywood Costumes exhibit returns with more than 20 new, one-of-a-kind costumes worn by legendary stars including Marilyn Monroe, Ginger Rogers and more.
Nuestras Historias - Hispanic Heritage Project - Celebrating Hispanic Culture & Community Exhibit
Sat, Sep 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Main Library
A documentary, traveling exhibit, and community project preserving the stories and contributions of Elgin area’s Hispanic community.
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Sat, Sep 05, 12:00pm - 12:30pm
Main Library - Conference Room
This session is a teen volunteer orientation only. We'll go over the program as well as volunteer expectations.
Ratón y Teclado
Sat, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Main Library - Computer Training Room
Estas clases son para principiantes, para aprender destrezas básicas. No hay costo ni hay que tener tarjeta de la biblioteca.
This event is full
Teen Volunteer Session - Cleaning the Classics
Sat, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Main Library - Conference Room
Join us as we dust the shelves of the library, creating a clean and safe space for library patrons. Please meet us in the 2nd floor Conference Room.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 1:00pm - 1:15pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. *NEW-For all ages!.
This event is full
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 1:15pm - 1:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
This event is full
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 1:30pm - 1:45pm
New venue South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
This event is full
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 1:45pm - 2:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 2:00pm - 2:15pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
This event is full
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 2:15pm - 2:30pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 2:30pm - 2:45pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
Read to Rover: South Elgin Branch - South Elgin Branch
Sat, Sep 05, 2:45pm - 3:00pm
South Elgin Branch - South Elgin - Corridor
Practice your reading skills by cuddling up with a good book and reading aloud to a fully trained and certified therapy dog. Registration required. NOW for all ages!.
See all events