It’s winter and the weather has turned cold. Tired of sitting in front of the tv or computer and wondering what to do next? How about ice skating?
January is National Skating Month and to celebrate it, we have put together a small sampling of books available at the Bridgewater Public Library about skating. If you want to actually go and try ice skating, there is a local ice rink in Bridgewater. You can visit Bridgewater Ice Arena for more information about their offerings.
We continue to restock our winter themed book displays, so check back often to see what books you might have missed and want to take home! Our display features all varieties- nonfiction, chapter, picture book and board. As always, if there is a specific title you are looking for, you can search for it and place a hold in the SAILS library catalog.
A is for axel : an ice skating alphabet / written by Kurt Browning
Rhyming and informative alphabet book with more information in the sidebars for older readers.
I really, really need actual ice skates / characters created by Lauren Child
When Lola goes ice skating with her friend Morten, she absolutely must have her own skates, but her brother Charlie reminds her of all the other things sitting in the closet that she "absolutely" had to have.
Singles skating / by Heather E. Schwartz
There's more to freestyle skating than beautiful costumes, awesome music, and the ability to skate. Learn the rules of the sport as well as the steps it takes to become an unstoppable athlete on ice.
Callie cat, ice skater / Eileen Spinelli
Callie Cat loves to ice skate and when she hears about the Honeybrook Ice Skating Contest she decides to enter, only to find that winning is not as important as the joy of skating.
Ice breaker : how Mabel Fairbanks changed figure skating / Rose Viña
In the 1930's, only white figure skaters were allowed in public ice rinks and to compete for gold medals, but Mabel Fairbanks wouldn't let that stop her. With skates two sizes too big and a heart full of dreams, Mabel beat the odds and broke down color barriers through sheer determination and athletic skill. After skating in ice shows across the nation and helping coach and develop the talents of several Olympic champions, Mabel became the first African-American woman to be inducted into the U.S. Figure Skating Hall of Fame.
Figure skating / by Laura Hamilton Waxman
A photo-illustrated book for elementary readers about Olympic figure skating. Includes descriptions of men's and women's singles program, ice dancing, pairs skating, and the team figure skating events. Readers will get a primer to some rules and athletes that may participate in the Winter Olympic Games.
You can be an ice-skater / Alix Wood.
The Olympics are full of skating sports! Graceful figure skaters impress with jumps, speed skaters zoom around the icy track, and hockey players turn on a dime to chase down the puck. Readers will enjoy learning about different skills needed for each of these activities. With colorful photographs illustrating the postures, foot placement, and techniques needed to learn how to ice-skate, the main content shows readers what fun they can have on the ice. Ice-skating is a great way to get moving, whether in a figure 8 or guarding a hockey net!
Mia's chances of skating in regionals are threatened by a family crisis, but she determines to face the possibility that she won't get to compete with determination and grace.
Other happenings for the month:
Grab and Go
This month’s Grab and Go craft is beaded snowflake. This craft is made with pipe cleaners and beads of assorted colors. All pieces are included in the kit and please note that this craft does contain small parts. This craft will be available while supplies last, and we ask that you please limit it to one per child. January’s Grab and Go craft will be available beginning on Thursday, January 13.
Big Ryan’s Toddler Show
Did you see Big Ryan perform today? If you haven’t caught Big Ryan’s Toddler show at the Bridgewater Public Library, you have one more chance to do so. Big Ryan has lots of stories to share, along with music and movement. The recommended age for this program is toddlers and siblings are welcome. He will be here on Tuesday, February 8 @ 10 AM. Please register for this program online at our website beginning on January 25.
Mask Mandate:
Per the town of Bridgewater, effective Monday, January 3, 2022, visitors to the Bridgewater Public Library will be required to wear a mask.
