The document outlines suggested activities for a library tour for parents and children, including a welcome by a children's librarian, distribution of informational handouts, a storytelling session, demonstrations of computer and bookshelf areas, a visit from a "Wild Thing" mascot to explain library rules, and a tour of special collections before obtaining a library card.

1. Suggested activities for tour for parents and children

2. Short introduction and welcome … by a children’s librarian

3. Handouts to take home Special plastic bags for papers & souvenirs Attractive bookmarks for children Sheet listing library hours & lending policy Sheet listing suggested books Sheet featuring upcoming events for children

4. Short story-telling session … librarian reads to parents and children

5. Visit to computer stations Librarian explains basic uses to parents and children

6. Brief tour through bookshelves Librarian explains arrangement of books Explains about and shows call numbers Gives parents diagram of the layout of the books

7. Surprise visit from a “Wild Thing” He will demonstrate the rules of the library: Use quiet voices Leave food & drinks at home Walk, don’t run

8. Brief tour of special collections Visitors will see a display of --early children’s books dating back to the 1700’s --children’s historical literature --recent Newberry and Caldecott books

9. Apply for child’s library card Parents have opportunity to apply for a library card for their child. Child will receive temporary card so that he may check out materials. Parent and child pick out materials and check out.