 
- Books and Me Library Special Announcement:
Please Note:
**All check-out procedures have to be completed 15 minutes before
closing time.
**When you have library items to return, please return them our librarians FIRST before searching more items to borrow in our library.
**Reserve enough time to browse and borrow our library materials when visiting the library near closing time.
Thank you very much for your cooperation!!
**If you would like to upgrade to VIP members, please contact our
librarians.
- 2015 Spring Classes start registration!
Please carefully read each class introduction by clicking on the hyperlink, then download the 2015 Spring Class Registration Form. Read through the terms and conditions
and fill out the information and bring the form and your payment to Books and Me Library in person to register for classes. All classes are open
only to our members, and require parent participation or accompany.
Most classes are taught mainly in Mandarin, but all teachers are bilingual.
Class sizes are small and filled out soon. Some popular classes sold
out in one week, so register now to get your spot!
- 2015 Spring Classes Introduction:
- Wonderful Art Spring 2015:
Teacher Yuming Tseng will offer three sessions in the Spring! Session 1, "Surreal painting" starting on 1/10; session 2 "Sea World" starting on 3/7; session 3 "Flowers" starting on 4/18.
Five groups to choose from, please choose according to the age:
Age 7+ group (WA61): 9:30-10:30 (1 hour class)
Age 4-5 group (WA62): 10:45-11:30.
Age 5+ group (WA63): 11:45-12:30.
Age 6+ group (WA64): 12:45-1:30.
Advanced Group (WA65): 4:00-5:30 (1.5 hours class); students must be qualified by the teacher.
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2015 Spring Abacus Class
Thursday (ABA4): 3:40-4:40, starting on 1/15, accepts new students.
Saturday (ABA61): 2:00-3:00, starting on 1/10, accepts new students.
Saturday (ABA62): 3:00-4:00, starting on 1/10.
Tuesday (ABA21): 3:30-4:30, starting on 1/6, accepts new students.
Tuesday (ABA22): starting on 1/6.
Tuesday (ABA23): 5:30-6:30, starting on 1/6, accepts new students.
Tuesday (ABA24): 6:30-7:30, starting on 1/6, accepts new students.
Best Way to learn Math and explore Math for beginners! In this weekly
class, kids learn clear concept of numbers and place value as well as faster computation through the help of abacus beads. Class is designed for 5-8
years old first-time learners of Abacus.
- 2015 Spring Preschool Chinese Class
Monday Session (PC11): 10:10-11:00, starting on 1/12.
Saturday session (PC61): 12:10-1:00, starting on 1/10.
Saturday session (PC62): 1:05-1:55, starting on 1/10.
All NEW curriculum and teaching method for your 3-6 years old!
Learn to recognize characters between songs, rhymes, games, and
stories! Class meets once every week. 100% Mandarin Immersion. Parent accompany required.
- "Let's Sing Chinese" Music Circle Time
Wednesday session (MCT31): 9:30-10:15, starts on 1/14!
Saturday session (MCT62): 10:30-11:15, starts on 1/24!.
Specially designed for 18 months to 42 months old, this class
integrates singing, instrument playing, movement, music
appreciation, and Chinese learning into one fun-packed lesson!
A new topic every week covering basic concepts and Chinese terms. Great beginning Mandarin immersion experience for toddlers. Parent/Guardian participation required!
- 2015 Piano Preparation Group Class
A great beginning keyboard class for the first time learners aged 5-6 years old! Professional piano teacher, Ms. Lilian Chen will lead your kids to learn age-appropriate piano technique, basic singing, ear, and rhythm training, fundamental music theory, and individual and group performance training.
Three levels per year. After the three levels, your kids will be ready for piano or violin private lessons. Each student will have a keyboard in the class to play. Very small class size - only 6 seats per class, so each student gets individual attention!
Class meets from 4:15-5:10 on Saturday afternoon. ***Parent participation required.***
Piano Private Lessons are also available with Ms. Lillian Chen, right at Books and Me Library. Email librarian@zhaoyu.org for details.
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and schedule changes.
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- Books & Me Children's Chinese Library is open to
members only.
Membership is free. You will need a Books and Me Library Card to
use the facility and borrow books. Please bring your ID and apply for a library card at Books
and Me.
- Baby/Toddler Story Time
Wednesday morning from 10:30-11:00am
This event is suitable for babies and toddlers aged 6 month to 3 year-old, accompanied by a parent or guardian. Space limited to 20 babies.
Due to limited space, this event is for library VIP members only! Online reservation is required. We apologize that your child will NOT be able to join the story time if you do not sign up even if you are a VIP member. Please
Click here to sign up.
- Saturday Story Time
11:30 am to 12:00 every Saturday for children 3 year-old and older. All members are welcomed to sign up and join us.
Please
Click here to sign up.
- Library Operating Hours:
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10am-3pm |
| Tue |
10am-3pm |
| Wed |
10am-3pm |
| Thu |
10am-3pm |
| Fri |
11am-3pm |
| Sat |
10am-5pm |
| Sun |
closed |
4600 El Camino Real,
Suite 205
Los Altos, CA 94022
Tel: 650-941-4379 , Email: librarian@zhaoyu.org
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- Books and Me has thousands of books and audio/visual
materials for children, in both Simplified and Traditional Chinese.
Topics cover natural sciences,
history, culture, education, parenting and more.
- To renew library items, please email to
librarian@zhaoyu.org. You only can renew once per item.
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Library Theme -Self-Recognition
Suggested Reading List (Chinese editions):
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Book:Thunder Cake
Written by: Patricia Polacco
One day a little girl sees a storm coming. She hides herself under the bed. Her grandma says, "It's time to make thunder cake¡¨. The grandma helps the girl get all the ingredients for the cake from all around their farm. In the end the grandma shows the girl she doesn't have to be afraid of thunder because she has done a lot of brave things to get the ingredients! A wonderful story which helps children overcome fears of storms. Everyone will love the yummy cake, and the cute story! Traditional Chinese with Zhu-Yin. Ages 5-up.
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Book:Oh, Boris!
Written by:Steven Tiourina
Boris doesn¡¦t like to brush teeth. He wants to lose his teeth so that he won't have to clean them all the time. One morning Boris wakes up to discover that his dream has come true¡Xhis teeth are gone. He soon finds that life without teeth isn't fun: he can't eat anything! This engaging, witty tale encourages children to brush their teeth, and get to know the importance to take good care of teeth. Traditional Chinese with Zhu-Yin. Ages 3-up.
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- Volunteers:
The success of Books & Me depends on your involvement. We
are looking for volunteers in many fields. Please write to hr@zhaoyu.org if you are interested in
lending a hand.
- Library Assistant/Admin
- Marketing Assistant
- Storyteller/Activity Teacher
- Activity Organizer
- Web Engineer
- Representives from Chinese schools
- Book Carriers
- Equipment:
Your junk can be a treasure for us. Please contact gift@zhaoyu.org for equipment
donations.
- Chinese children's audio CDs with or without books
- Chinese children's videos
- A flat screen computer monitor 19" or larger
- A Computer projector SVGA resolution or better
- A Projector screen
Due to space constrain, we do not accept
English books, books for adults (except parenting books), and homework
practice type of books. We also do not accept toys and craft items
unless specified on the website.
- Donations:
Public support is essential to the success of the Library. Your
donation to Books & Me through the Zhaoyu Cultural
Foundation is tax deductible. A small donation can help us bring
more books and better service to your children and the community. For
more information, please click here, or contact us at: gift@zhaoyu.org.
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