Fantastic Online Activities

Starring Kids' Favorite Book Characters

After they've turned the final pages of that classic book your kids can still interact with the likes of Harry Potter, Judy Moody, and the Cat in the Hat. So boot up your computer and click into some fun!

http://randomhouse.com/kids
Arthur, Junie B. Jones and Thomas the Tank Engine are just three of the featured characters you'll find here. More than 30 mini-web sites featuring character-themed activities, games and coloring pages.


http://candlewick.com/ (click on "activities")
Some of the most creative downloadable activites on the web are featured on this simple web site.


http://us.penguingroup.com/youngreaders (click on "minisites")
For young children Winnie-the-pooh and Froggy will keep them entertained. For older children MadLibs and Alex Rider will challenge them with make your own bookmarks and pom-pom mice.

http://scholastic.com/kids/
Clifford and Gracie canine pals will enchant little kids. Older kids can check out the Homework Hub or join the Flashlight Readers club. Also, don't miss the I Spy mini site. Kids can build their own picture riddle to print or e-mail to a friend.

http://Harpercollinschildrens.com (click on "kids")
Coloring pages, quizzes, games and a "listening room" where kids can download over 20 books for free!

Have some fun with your computer this weekend! Then turn your kids interest into a visit to the library to pick up some books of the featured characters.

Michele