Shrewsbury Public Library
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Thursday October 30 4:30pm - 5:30pm EDT
Aequora: Teaching Literacy with Latin
Try Aequora and see how Latin can improve your critical and analytical thinking, language arts skills, and problem solving! Aequora is an outreach program of the Paideia Institute, designed to be an engaging, relevant, and inclusive introductory Latin curriculum. The......More
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Thursday October 30 6:30pm - 8:30pm EDT
Nostalgic Halloween Movie Night
Join us at the library to watch a nostalgic Halloween movie from the 1990s - "Hocus Pocus" (1993) - the night before Halloween! Popcorn and candy will be provided! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/halloween-movie-night/
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Thursday October 30 7:00pm - 8:00pm EDT
VIRTUAL: Taylor Swift By The Book -- The Literature Behind The Lyrics
**PLEASE NOTE THIS IS A VIRTUAL PROGRAM THAT WILL TAKE PLACE VIA ZOOM. Registrants will receive a link to access the Zoom Webinar via email.** Authors Rachel Feder and Tiffany Tatre......More
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Friday October 31 10:30am - 11:30am EDT
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Friday October 31 1:00pm - 1:45pm EDT
Young Scientists
Young Scientists is a free STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) program* facilitated by STEM Beginnings. Classes will meet IN THE LIBRARY. Program is for children ages 3-6 with a parent or caregiver. Children must be continually supervised by a grownup whil......More
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Friday October 31 1:30pm - 4:30pm EDT
All Makers Time
All Makers times are available to users who have a valid CWMars library card, attended a Makerspace Orientation, agreed to the Makerspace Policy, and signed the Waiver......More
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Friday October 31 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Friday Fun for Teens
Drop in each week for a different activity - some relaxing, some crafty, some ridiculous, some delicious. For grades 5-12. No registration necessary. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-fun-for-teens-51/
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Saturday November 1 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt/
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Saturday November 1 9:00am - 3:00pm EDT
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Saturday November 1 10:00am - 10:50am EDT
Little Kid Creative Drama
Little Kid Creative Drama from Little Spark Theater is a high-energy, imaginative, zany, silly, super fun theater experience! In this class we focus on senses, feelings, and movement through fun, energetic, and imaginative......More
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Saturday November 1 11:00am - 12:30pm EDT
Spanish Book Club
The Spanish Book Club [el Club del Libro en EspaĂąol] meets on the first Saturday of the month from 11:00 a.m.â12:30 p.m. The club, facilitated by Beatriz Alvarado, meets every month to discuss the literary work of influential Hispanic writers from different genres an......More
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Saturday November 1 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
D&D Improv Games
Learn the basics of improv and get some energy out while doing it! This class is perfect for either the theater pro or newbie. Weâll explore the basics of improvisation and acting through high-energy games, so get ready for some antics, shenanigans, and a ridiculously......More
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Saturday November 1 1:00pm - 2:00pm EDT
Chapters in Common Book Group
Join the Chapters in Common book group and broaden your perspective through engaging fiction and nonfiction. Every other month, we select a thought-provoking book and explore its central themes across two dynamic discussions. By examining the book through various lens......More
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Saturday November 1 1:30pm - 4:00pm EDT
All Makers Time
All Makers times are available to users who have a valid CWMars library card, attended a Makerspace Orientation, agreed to the Makerspace Policy, and signed the Waiver......More
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Saturday November 1 2:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Family Makerspace - Zippity Do Ya!
Explore the science of gravity, friction, and motion through the creation of simple ziplines.  We will provide the prompts, materials, and equipment to encourage hands-on learning, creativity, collaboration, problem-solving, and more! Please note: We recommend ......More
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Sunday November 2 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt-2/
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Monday November 3 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt-3/
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Monday November 3 10:00am - 10:30am EST
Book Beats
Now on Mondays! Join Miss Carlina for this lively early-literacy music and movement program. Children and parents will enjoy music together through, song, dance, and instrument play. This program is intended for preschoolers and their grownups, but all are welcome. N......More
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Monday November 3 10:00am - 12:00pm EST
Memoir Writing Workshop with Tiana Gorham
Why memoir? Everyone has a story to tell. This workshop will help you to shape and tell your story for yourself, for your family, or for publications. All levels of writing are welcome. What to expect: Members will bring drafts of the stories they are working on al......More
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Monday November 3 10:30am - 11:30am EST
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Monday November 3 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
On My Own Storytime
In this independent storytime for ages 3â5, kids join the fun on their own while grown-ups wait just outside. Through stories, songs, and simple activities, children build confidence, practice being apart from caregivers, and learn early classroom skills like listenin......More
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Monday November 3 1:30pm - 8:30pm EST
Trained Maker Appointments
This event shows the times available for Trained Maker machine appointments in the SPL Learning Lab Makerspace. For more information about the Makerspace, check out the SPL Learning Lab Makerspace webpage.Â......More
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Monday November 3 3:30pm - 4:45pm EST
Drop-In Paper Crafts
Drop in after-school on Mondays to explore paper-based art! Some weeks we'll have coloring pages, other weeks we'll be exploring different art forms! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/drop-in-paper-crafts-10/
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Monday November 3 5:30pm - 7:30pm EST
Knit/Crochet Night in the SPL MakerSpace
Bring your knitting, crochet, or other portable fiber craft to the library to craft in the MakerSpace. All levels welcome, no instruction provided. Contact Hedda Monaghan, [email protected] with any questions! Knitting/crochet in the MakerSpace meets on the first M......More
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Monday November 3 6:30pm - 8:30pm EST
Nostalgia Movie Night - A Bug's Life
Enjoy the movies of your childhood with your children! Watch a cinema classic from the 80s, 90s, or 2000s - can you still quote all the lines? Snacks provided, please bring a blanket/cushion. This month we're watching A Bug's Life, rated G. For kids of all ages wi......More
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Tuesday November 4 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt-4/
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Tuesday November 4 10:00am - 11:30am EST
Tinker Time
Tinker Time is a fun hands-on learning opportunity geared to older toddlers and preschoolers together with a parent or caregiver. Explore a variety of STEAM and early literacy stations. No registration is required. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calend......More
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Tuesday November 4 3:30pm - 4:45pm EST
Quiet Hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays after-school inside the Teen Room are quiet hours for studying and working on small group projects! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/quiet-hours-drop-in-outdoor-games-10/
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Tuesday November 4 4:00pm - 5:30pm EST
Lego Club
Head to the Children's Program Room and build with Legos. Follow our weekly prompt, or create whatever your heart desires. For kids of all ages who are comfortable using Legos.  Parents, please be aware that this program has no facilitator. https://shrewsb......More
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Tuesday November 4 4:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Homework Help
Does your middle schooler need help with their homework? Send them to Homework Help at the library on Tuesday afternoons! No registration required, just drop in! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/homework-help/
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Tuesday November 4 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Spanish Conversation Club
ÂżBuscas un espacio informal en el que puedas practicar tu EspaĂąol y aprender mĂĄs de las mĂşltiples culturas que hablan este idioma? Ănete a nuestro club de conversaciĂłn mĂĄs los martes en la biblioteca pĂşblica de Shrewsbury a las 6:00 p.m. Are you looking for a......More
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Tuesday November 4 7:00pm - 8:30pm EST
Film Discussion Club: "Local Hero" (1983)
WATCH THE MOVIE ON YOUR OWN⌠then come to the club to discuss it. A discussion like a book club. The movie will not be shown at this meeting. Snacks provided! This month's movie: Local Hero (1983) A British comedy-drama film written and directed by Bill Forsyth a......More
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Wednesday November 5 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt-5/
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Wednesday November 5 9:30am - 11:30am EST
VIRTUAL: 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group
The Library 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group meets via Zoom on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am. Informal networking takes place from 9am to 9:30am and 11:30am to noon. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a......More
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Wednesday November 5 9:30am - 10:00am EST
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles! Designed especially for babies 0 up to 2. Older siblings are welcome but must remain closely supervised to help ensure a safe and comfor......More
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Wednesday November 5 10:30am - 11:00am EST
Babies Books and Bubbles
Join Miss Carlina for Babies, Books, and Bubbles! This program includes books, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and of course bubbles! Designed especially for babies 0 up to 2. Older siblings are welcome but must remain closely supervised to help ensure a safe and comfor......More
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Wednesday November 5 10:30am - 11:30am EST
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Wednesday November 5 1:30pm - 8:30pm EST
Trained Maker Appointments
This event shows the times available for Trained Maker machine appointments in the SPL Learning Lab Makerspace. For more information about the Makerspace, check out the SPL Learning Lab Makerspace webpage.Â......More
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Wednesday November 5 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
VIRTUAL: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity
Youâre invited to learn from journalist and author Joseph Lee as he chats online with us about his stirring memoir, Nothing More of This Land: Community, Power, and the Search for Indigenous Identity. In it, he explores Indigenous identity in proximity to land that se......More
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Wednesday November 5 2:30pm - 5:00pm EST
National Donut Day Celebration
Celebrate National Donut Day by dropping by the library after-school for a free donut! While supplies last, no registration required. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/national-donut-day-celebration/
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Wednesday November 5 6:00pm - 7:00pm EST
Pajama Storytime
Join us for a fun evening of bedtime stories, songs, and a simple craft. Wear your jammies and bring a favorite sleepytime pal or blanket! For preschoolers and their families. No registration necessary! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/pajama-s......More
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Wednesday November 5 6:30pm - 9:00pm EST
Friends Board Meeting
Monthly Friends of the Library Board meeting. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friends-board-meeting-28/
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Thursday November 6 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt-6/
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Thursday November 6 10:00am - 10:30am EST
Wiggle Words
Join Annie Lee in the Meeting Room for Wiggle Words! We will sing, dance, read stories, and have oodles of fun! This program is intended for walking kiddos, but everyone is welcome. No tokens required. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/wiggle-......More
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Thursday November 6 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Fun with Colors
A perfect way to have fun and practice school readiness skills! For toddlers, preschoolers, and their parents/caregivers. (No registration required) https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/fun-with-colors-10/
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Thursday November 6 3:30pm - 4:45pm EST
Quiet Hours
Tuesdays and Thursdays after-school inside the Teen Room are quiet hours for studying and working on small group projects! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/quiet-hours-drop-in-outdoor-games-23/
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Thursday November 6 4:30pm - 5:30pm EST
Aequora: Teaching Literacy with Latin
Try Aequora and see how Latin can improve your critical and analytical thinking, language arts skills, and problem solving! Aequora is an outreach program of the Paideia Institute, designed to be an engaging, relevant, and inclusive introductory Latin curriculum. The......More
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Thursday November 6 4:30pm - 6:00pm EST
Basics of Python
Are you interested in learning Python? Each week you'll learn a little more through step-by-step lessons, hands-on practice, and mini projects! By the end of the course, you'll be creating your own Python projects! For grades 4-8. Please bring your own laptop with you......More
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Thursday November 6 6:30pm - 8:00pm EST
Shrewsbury Readers Book Group
This group is about a good book and a good discussion. Titles are selected from a variety of genres. The Shrewsbury Readers will be discussing Clara and Mr. Tiffany by Susan Vreeland at their November 7th meeting. "Clara and Mr. Tiffany presents these two figure......More
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Friday November 7 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt-7/
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Friday November 7 10:15am - 11:00am EST
Creative Movement: Children's Ballet
Do you want your preschooler to learn beginner ballet while also building confidence and having fun! Join Penelope, a local teen, every other Friday morning for Creative Movement! Please have your little one wear a leotard and tights or comfortable clothing they can m......More
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Friday November 7 10:30am - 11:30am EST
English Conversation Circle
Free conversation circles are a great way to learn English in an informal, relaxed setting. This program is for adults who wish to improve their conversational skills; it is not an ESL class and does not cover grammar or have tests, quizzes, or homework. In-person me......More
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Friday November 7 1:00pm - 1:45pm EST
Young Scientists
Young Scientists is a free STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Math) program* facilitated by STEM Beginnings. Classes will meet IN THE LIBRARY. Program is for children ages 3-6 with a parent or caregiver. Children must be continually supervised by a grownup whil......More
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Friday November 7 1:00pm - 1:30pm EST
Makerspace Orientation - All Makers Tools
To attend All Makers times, users must attend a Makerspace Orientation. All Makers times equipment can include the Silhouette cutter, the sewing machine, the iron/ironing board, the paper cutter, and general crafting tools. Once the orientation is complete, users will......More
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Friday November 7 1:30pm - 4:30pm EST
All Makers Time
All Makers times are available to users who have a valid CWMars library card, attended a Makerspace Orientation, agreed to the Makerspace Policy, and signed the Waiver......More
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Friday November 7 1:30pm - 3:30pm EST
Good Day Memory CafĂŠ
A memory cafĂŠ is a welcoming place for people living with cognitive changes their care partners, family and friends. Itâs an opportunity to have an enjoyable afternoon listening to music, socializing with others who understand and to explore new things. Musical Mem......More
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Friday November 7 3:30pm - 4:45pm EST
Friday Fun for Teens
Drop in each week for a different activity - some relaxing, some crafty, some ridiculous, some delicious. For grades 5-12. No registration necessary. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/friday-fun-for-teens-52/
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Saturday November 8 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt-8/
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Saturday November 8 9:30am - 11:30am EST
Veteran Care Packages
Join us in making care packages to donate to Veterans Inc. We'll have hygiene kits ready to assemble, and everything you need to write a note of appreciation. https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/veteran-care-packages/
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Saturday November 8 12:00pm - 3:00pm EST
New Games Plus - Daggerheart
This monthly group for adults 18+ allows you to try tabletop roleplaying games, try new games and new systems, to meet new friends, and to tell new stories. We feature a one-shot game each month, as well as tables for other tabletop games. The game for this month is ......More
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Saturday November 8 1:30pm - 4:00pm EST
All Makers Time
All Makers times are available to users who have a valid CWMars library card, attended a Makerspace Orientation, agreed to the Makerspace Policy, and signed the Waiver......More
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Saturday November 8 2:00pm - 3:00pm EST
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Sunday November 9 All Day
Dinovember Scavenger Hunt
Come on a dinosaur hunt! Weâre celebrating Dinovember with a scavenger hunt. Find all the dino items and submit your answer sheet for a chance to win a dino prize! https://shrewsburyma.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/dinovember-scavenger-hunt-9/
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Sunday November 9 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Origami for Young Creators
Join us in unfolding the magical world of Origami, designed exclusively for young children in grade levels 2 and 3. The art of Origami is known to help children build motor skills, enhance spatial reasoning, understand symmetry and observe patterns as they transform ......More
