Youth Services Newsletter
Danville-Center Township Public Library, Vol. 100: 11/30/23
Goals for the New Year
There is always so much talk of New Year's Resolutions as we close one year and enter the next. These resolutions often begin with words like "lose," "quit," or another negative declaration of change. Why begin our new year with a term or phrase that indicates the year before had an aspect of failure? Shifting to a mindset of growth is a great way to start the new year for all ages!
I believe it is important to teach children about setting goals using positive words and feelings. Reading is a great way to begin setting those goals! Annual goals allow mini goals along the way and celebrating those successes can be really motivating. If reading an overall quantity isn't appealing there are other options like new-to-you authors, reading books related to specific topics, or reading a genre you don't typically pick. No matter the goal, keep it positive and have fun!
We will help you along the way! Starting January 8th we'll kick off our "Sweater Weather Reading Challenge." During the summer months we will hold our annual summer reading program. There are many programs and clubs to join throughout the year. We hope to see you often and cheer you on in your 2024 goals.
Happy goal setting!!
Crystal
Crystal Salenda
Youth Services Manager
Kids in the Kitchen
Here's a fun recipe that will get the kids involved in the kitchen!
Mini Lasagna Cups (Food Network)
Ingredients:
- 24 oz bag frozen spinach and cheese ravioli
- 4 tbsp olive oil
- 14.5 oz can chopped tomatoes
- 1 1/2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1 small carrot, chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 1/2 C shredded part-skim mozzarella
- 1 tbsp grated parmesan
Directions:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the ravioli and cook according to the package directions. drain and rinse under cold water until cool enough to handle.
- Position rack in middle of oven and preheat to 400 degrees F. Brush the cups of a 12-cup muffin tin with olive oil. Set aside.
- Combine the tomatoes, Italian seasoning, chopped carrots, garlic, and 2 tbsp oil in a blender. Blend until well combined but not entirely smooth. Season mixture with salt and pepper.
- Spoon 1/2 tsp sauce into each oiled cup, top with ravioli, then with 1 tsp sauce, then 1 tsp mozzarella. Evenly divide the remaining sauce among the cups. Top each with 1 tbsp mozzarella and 1/4 tsp parmesan. Bake until the top of each lasagna is golden brown and bubbly, approximately 18-20 minutes.
Friends of the Library
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