A Museum in a Library? Science, Literacy Blossom at Children's Library Discovery Center

March 1, 2012 | Public Programs, Exhibitions

The article discusses the Helen M. Marshall Children's Library Discovery Center in Jamaica, New York. The resource center is designed to encourage science learning, reflect the cultural aspects of Queens, New York, and allow students to engage in science experiments. Exhibits mentioned in the article include bug observations, color mixing, and using touch sensors to identify objects. Other topics discussed by the author include incorporating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) education, library outreach programs, and teenagers on the library staff.

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Sharon Cox

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Queens Library

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Publication Name: Children & Libraries: The Journal of the Association for Library Service to Children

Volume: 10

Number: 1

Page Number: 16

Resource Type: Research Products

Discipline: Education and learning science | Engineering | General STEM | Mathematics | Technology

Audience: Elementary School Children (6-10) | Middle School Children (11-13) | Youth/Teen (up to 17) | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals

Environment Type: Public Programs | Library Programs | Exhibitions | Library Exhibits

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