Welcome to the Reading Rainforest! A space that dazzles the imagination, this room is a unique island in Plainfield: an environment that has burst forth from books of faraway lands; a room that reflects family roots in tropical countries; a reminder that there are animals and trees to be saved; a room where technology is integral and familiar. This room is a haven from the pressures of school and family, where individuals, friends, families, and classes visit for quiet excitement and learning. It is a world of wonder that is just for the children of Plainfield. And it’s here inside the Plainfield Public Library.
Visitors can't miss the amazing
A projection screen magically drops down from the tree for youngsters to watch scheduled movies on Thursday afternoons. A smaller LED screen is located in the trunk of the tree for
Puppet Stage The tree becomes a puppet stage, where children can enjoy their favorite stories.
The Early Literacy Stations Parents and pre-school children share fun and learning on three touch-screen computers that feature over 50 colorful educational software programs.
Tween Tent
Parents and children enjoy the comfortable chairs and quiet space of the reading huts overlooking the library's reflecting pool.
Generations of children remember the "story pit." Today it is a faux lily pond, spanned by a rope bridge. It continues to be an appealing seating area.
Your library card is your passport to adventure and learning with seven internet and four word-processing computers. Computers can be used for enjoyment, personal learning, or for classroom assignments.
Folk Art Masks Masks from all over the world
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