Checkers Library TV Reading Road Trip: Full STEAM Ahead! (Fall 2021)

Episode 15: Roll the Dice! (December 12, 2021)

Episode 14: Winter Wonderland! (December 5, 2021) Checkers and Snoozer travel to Winter Woods to experience the fun of snow and Winter! While on their journey, they will check out some super winter books!

Episode 13: Ready, Set, Go! (November 28, 2021) Checkers and Snoozer travel to the Fuzzleland gym to exercise and play sports. Along the way they check out some energetic books!

Episode 12: Thank you! (November 21, 2021) Checkers and Snoozer take time to discuss what they are thankful for, learn about Thanksgiving history, and read thanksgiving books.

Episode 11: What’s Up, Doc? (November 14, 2021) Snoozer goes to go to the Doctor for a checkup with his doctor, Dr. Dan! Checkers will also be discussing books about going to the doctor. Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity.

Episode 10: Snoozer to the Rescue! (November 7, 2021) Snoozer becomes a superhero, complete with a new costume! Along the way, Checkers teaches Snoozer about Superhero history and the two visit the Strong National Museum of Play! Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity.

Episode 9: To the Top! (October 31, 2021) Checkers and Snoozer learn about disabilities and how they affect humans and even animals. They will visit Amy, a gymnast battling type 1 diabetes and discuss their meeting with famous dolphin, Winter, who lost her tail in an accident. They also will learn how science and technology have helped disabled people. Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity.

Episode 8: Spooked Snoozer (October 24, 2021) In this Halloween Special, – In this Halloween Special, Checkers and Snoozer are off on a chilling reading road trip! They will be exploring spooky Halloween books along the way and may run into some ghostly guests. Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity.

Episode 7: The Feeling of Music (October 17, 2021) In this episode, Checkers and Snoozer explore the extraordinary world of music. They will learn music history and the secret behind how music affects our emotions. Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activities.

Episode 6: Where No Snoozer Has Gone Before (October 10, 2021) In this episode, Snoozer is going on a space mission! Checkers and Snoozer will be reading some of the coolest space books and learning more about astronauts, the moon, and other planets in our solar system! Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity page.

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Episode 5: Sound the Alarm (October 4, 2021) In this episode, Checkers and Snoozer are visiting a real fire department! Along the way, they will be learning all about fire safety and reading fire safety books. Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity page.

Episode 4: Explosive Science (September 26, 2021) In this episode, Checkers and Snoozer learn about science experiments, volcanoes, and more! You can also make your own volcanic science experiment using vinegar, baking soda, and PlayDoh– Tune in at the 10 minute mark for instructions on creating your own acid-base reaction. Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity templates.

Episode 3: Delicious and Nutritious (September 19, 2021) Checkers and Snoozer are on a mission to learn where fruits and vegetables come from, why they are important and how we can grow them right in our backyard! Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity templates.

Episode 2: You Can Print a Watch? (September 12, 2021) Checkers and Snoozer discover the amazing world of 3D printing. They will visit a real graphic design company and learn how to print Checkers a new watch! Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity templates.

Episode 1: The Secret of the Dinosaur Egg (September 5, 2021) Checkers and Snoozer travel to a museum to see a real dinosaur egg. Along the way, they talk about great dinosaur books and discover amazing things about Dinosaurs! Visit any St. Joseph Public Library branch to pick up your free copy of this week’s craft and activity templates.