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Elements of Design
- Hans Christian Andersen Window restored
by Conrad Schmidt Studios for the grand opening of the children's room.
- A distinctly separate space, entered from the
center of Central library.
- Several small-group use areas for
family or individual reading,
study or research
- Listening/learning area for large-group (10-60)
use in computer orientations, storytelling, puppet shows, trainings,
with puppet stage and large screen.
- Activity center for crafts, tutoring, meetings,
bag lunches (60 person capacity).
- Special collections grouped together For example:
New books; Picture books; Videos;
Parent and teacher collection;
Foreign language;
Wisconsin authors/illustrators
Early/rare/award-winning children's books
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Benefits
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Children enjoy their own space, yet still feel welcome
to explore the entire Library.
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Small and large groups have comfortable spaces appropriate
for varied activities.
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Program space accommodates a great range of activity,
an facilitate presentations to school and community groups.
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Books and other materials are displayed invitingly on
face-out and age appropriate shelving and in attractive reading
alcoves.
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Thirty computers for reference, education, personal
use and Internet access are available.
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The Children's Room's unique elements encourage school
and community groups and families to regard Central Library as a downtown
destination.
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