Join us December 1 – February 9 for Sunday Funday
Come with your family this Spring for Sunday Funday! The kiddos will read books promptly at 10 AM every Sunday at the Whittingham Discovery Center. The read-along will be accompanied by FREE snacks and an activity.
PLUS the first 25 participants will get a free copy of the book read that day!
December 1
"This Is New York" by Miroslav Sasek
Everything about New York is big – the buildings, the traffic jams, the cars, the stories, the Sunday papers. Here is the Staten Island Ferry, the Statute of Liberty, MacDougal Alley in Greenwich Village, Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Harlem, Chinatown, Central Park. The brass, the beauty, the magic – this is New York!
December 8
"Larry Gets Lost in San Francisco" by John Skewes
Follow the fun adventures of the dog Larry, who after chasing down a donut, loses his owners and travels around the city’s landmarks and cultural attractions before reuniting with his family.
December 15
"I Love You as Big as North Carolina" by Rose Rossner
Treasure the special bond between a parent and child in this sweet "I love you" book for little ones. Adorable illustrations and clever rhymes highlight all the beloved places in North Carolina, from Charlotte to Raleigh. Filled with cute baby animals, heartfelt sentiment, and lyrical rhymes, this board book for ages 1-4 is the perfect way to share that, no matter where you go, with love you will always feel at home!
December 22
"A is for Alaska" by Boys and Girls of Alaska
A is for Alaska combines dazzling photos with fun and informative couplets which describe the pictures and offer clear picture-word associations. Intriguing facts will add to the non-fiction learning experience!
January 5
"Hello Rhode Island" by Martha Day Zcshock
Welcome to Rhode Island! Follow parent and child Rhode Island Red Chickens as they tour the Ocean State together. Join the pair as they visit the Roger Williams Park Zoo, the Green Animals Topiary Garden, and the Beavertail Lighthouse. Along the way they ride the Flying Horse Carousel in Watch Hill, play on Narragansett Beach, celebrate July 4th in Bristol, and see the amazing WaterFire in Providence.
January 12
"The Home Team, Boston Bruins" by Holly Preston
Three boys dream of playing for their favorite team, the Boston Bruins. Along with a little girl who plays hockey, too, they go to a game, learn lessons about playing like a team, trying your best, and the value of honesty. The story is fun and engaging with fabulous illustrations. The Bruins win a Stanley Cup while wearing their playoff beards. This is also the story of the joy of being a lifelong fan!
January 19
"Ten Little Monsters Visit Texas" by Trish Madson
These 10 Little Monsters discover some of the most unique and interesting things about Texas and what it has to offer. Silly, over-the-top fun and a bit macabre, 10 Little Monsters Visit Texas is the perfect book for the whole family.
January 26
"Punky Aloha" by Shar Tuiasoa
Punky Aloha is a Polynesian girl who carries her culture in her heart and in everything she does. Kids will love to follow this fun character all over the island of O’ahu.
So when her grandmother asks her to go out and grab butter for her famous banana bread, Punky hesitates. But with the help of her grandmother’s magical sunglasses, and with a lot of aloha in her heart, Punky sets off on a BIG adventure for the very first time.
February 2
"The Runaway Beignet" by Connie Morgan
A lonely baker gets his wish when he sprinkles magic sugar on a beignet and it comes to life. The little beignet boy runs away, but is in danger of being eaten by the hungry people of New Orleans. He leads a wild chase through the French Quarter, visiting famous sights along the way.
February 9
"Welcome to Colorado" by Asa Gilland
With information about the state’s animals, plants, regions, food, people, customs, and fun places to visit, this tribute to Colorado is the perfect read-a-long for the whole family.