Summer reading programs are taking place at libraries and bookstores nationwide, and Summer Discovery is underway at PLYMC! Readers of all ages are invited to participate.
This year, the Collaborative Summer Library Program (CSLP), a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping libraries promote summer reading, has chosen “Unearth a Story” as the national theme. It encourages exploration of the past, discoveries about the Earth, ancient civilizations, dinosaurs, and much more.
For library users, it opens the door to a wide variety of resources and opportunities for learning.
Dig into History
Interested in traveling back in time? Try History Reference Source,, opens a new window where can browse topics, such as:
- Ancient Civilizations
- U.S. History
- World History
You can also search by keyword and filter results by articles, eBooks or reference. For example:
- Archaeology finds over 17,500+ articles, including these 3 eBooks: Pompeii, King Tut’s Tomb, and Emperor Qin's Terra-Cotta Army
- Paleontology finds over 300+ articles
Explore Scientific Discoveries
Looking for more information on geology, archaeology and paleontology and other scientific research? Ohio residents have access to excellent resources, including:
- Ohio Web Library’s Science Reference Source, opens a new window
- INFOhio’s Science Online, opens a new window.
Find Your Next Read
Discover new books through NoveList Plus, opens a new window and NoveList K-8 Plus, opens a new window. Searching topics such as archaeology, geology, or paleontology will find a variety of titles, including these books available through PLYMC:
- Archaeology for Kids Uncovering the Mysteries of Our Past: 25 Activities, opens a new window
- Geology Lab for Kids: 52 Projects to Explore Rocks, Gems, Geodes, Crystals, Fossils, and Other Wonders of the Earth's Surface, opens a new window
- I Know Dino! Amazing Breakthroughs, Mega Mistakes, and Unsolved Mysteries in Dinosaur Science, opens a new window
Discover Local History
As highlighted in a resource blog earlier this year, MyHeritage Library Edition, opens a new window and other digital newspapers resources can help you uncover fascinating historical stories.
For instance, a search of the Youngstown Vindicator reveals articles about a great glacier from thousands of years ago and prehistoric animal bones found at Columbiana.
Unearth Your Family History
While exploring the past, why not discover your own family history as well? Test out the library’s many Genealogy Resources to discover your ancestors. Get started by filling in a family tree.
Plus, attend the upcoming genealogy program: Intro into Genealogy: Ancestry, opens a new window on Thursday, June 25 at 1 p.m. at Main Library.
Need Help?
Library staff are available to help you make the most of these resources. For assistance, call 330-744-8636, email ASK@libraryvisit.org, opens a new window or visit any PLYMC library, opens a new window.
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