Activities for tots to teens at Kindersley Library

By Joan Janzen

The staff at the Kindersley Library are keeping kids busy this summer. Every week, children are invited into the library to work on different craft projects. A couple of weeks ago, the littlest readers enjoyed a jungle-themed story and craft, teens participated in a painting craft, and there was an engineering project planned for kids aged 7-12.

Just as suspected - those are marshmallows in Francis’ cheeks!

Riley successfully dismantled and disposed of his marshmallow structure.

Adam was proud of the marshmallow helicopter he engineered at the Kindersley Library.

Marshmallow engineering appeared to be popular as the Wednesday afternoon activity was fully booked in advance. Armed with toothpicks and mini marshmallows, the kids began building pyramids, houses, robots, ladders, helicopters, snakes and much more.

After construction was completed, the next step for most of the kids was dismantling and eating. The best part about marshmallow structures is they are completely recyclable! The kids weren’t the only ones with a sweet tooth; there were also a few helpers munching on marshmallows.

When it’s rainy or hot outside, the Kindersley Library has cool crafting activities and a lot of fun!