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Build a Computer (Ages 5-6)

2024-03-21 11:00:00 2024-03-21 11:45:00 America/New_York Build a Computer (Ages 5-6) Take an adventure inside a computer! Build your own paper laptop from the inside out while learning what makes a computer work. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Thursday, March 21
11:00am - 11:45am

Add to Calendar 2024-03-21 11:00:00 2024-03-21 11:45:00 America/New_York Build a Computer (Ages 5-6) Take an adventure inside a computer! Build your own paper laptop from the inside out while learning what makes a computer work. Southwest Branch - Technology Classroom

Southwest Branch

Technology Classroom

Take an adventure inside a computer! Build your own paper laptop from the inside out while learning what makes a computer work.

  • Class Duration: 45 minutes
  • Age Requirements: 5-6
  • Recommended Prerequisite: None
  • Required Skills: Ability to use safety scissors and glue sticks
  • Materials Fee: None
  • Out of District Fee: $10 (includes class and materials fees)

AGE GROUP: | Preschoolers | Kids |

EVENT TYPE: | Basic Tech Skills |

TAGS: | tec101 | spring-break | schoolbreak | preschool |

Southwest Branch

Phone: 407-835-7323

Hours
Mon, Oct 28 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Tue, Oct 29 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Wed, Oct 30 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Thu, Oct 31 10:00AM to 7:00PM
Fri, Nov 01 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 02 10:00AM to 6:00PM
Sun, Nov 03 Closed

About the branch

The Southwest Branch opened on March 21, 1989 in a beautiful Mediterranean style building designed by Schweizer and Associates Architecture Firm, who also designed the Orlando Public Library. Serving the Dr. Phillips and Metrowest communities, Southwest is near International Drive and the attractions. Southwest is a popular place for local adults, children, students and tourists.

Read the Southwest blog often for more information on upcoming programs for children and adults, book news and book club discussions, technology classes, art exhibits, new library materials, and more. Email us your suggestions or questions; or post a comment. Let us hear from you!

Upcoming events

Sat, Nov 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Sat, Nov 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Wed, Nov 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Join us for an outdoor nature Storytime hosted near the playground at Bill Frederick Park. Small fee required to enter the park. Recommended for ages 0-12.

Wed, Nov 06, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to videos.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Identify the basic features and tools to get you started. Learn how to create a presentation by using templates, text, and picture files.

Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 10:55am
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Nov 07, 11:00am - 11:20am
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Nov 07, 11:30am - 11:45am
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Nov 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Capture your audience attention with a visually compelling presentation. Learn how to insert and customize SmartArt graphics, tables, charts and video.

Sat, Nov 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Be the host with the most when you make these cute circle macramé coasters using lark's head and double half hitch knots!

Sat, Nov 09, 11:00am - 11:45am
Children combine movement and math to show how they think and feel about animals. Recommended for families with children ages 4-7.

Sat, Nov 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Reading the hieroglyphics on a sewing pattern can be quite intimidating. Learn to read a professional sewing pattern, how to layout fabric and prepare material for a project.
This event is full

Mon, Nov 11, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Join the Southwest Library for a walk outdoors at Shadow Bay Park followed by discussion of North Woods by Daniel Mason. Registration required. 18+

Mon, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am
Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Tue, Nov 12, 10:15am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
The gifting series is all about knitting gifts to give or accent gifts. The simple classic French Beret is quick to knit up--perfect for gift giving.

Tue, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Nov 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Technology Classroom
Learn sashiko hand sewing techniques that form geometric patterns from simple running stitches. Enjoy some light refreshments, stitch and relax while creating beautiful geometric designs.

Wed, Nov 13, 11:00am - 11:30am
Turkeys are not just for Thanksgiving. Toddlers will learn about turkeys with fun and informative stories, songs and activities. Recommended for ages 18-36 months.

Wed, Nov 13, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Bring your design ideas to life with Canva, a free graphic design application. Save time by building on thousands of professional templates to create presentations.

Wed, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Get more precise control over your presentation. Learn how to insert slide transitions, add animations and hyperlinks. Create a customized photo album with simple to use tools.

Thu, Nov 14, 10:30am - 10:55am
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:20am
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:30am - 11:45am
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Nov 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Make universal style changes to all slides in your presentation. Learn how to customize a theme and to format slides through the slide master.

Sat, Nov 16, 10:30am - 11:30am
Learn beginner line dance steps to all types of music. Discover a great way to exercise your body and mind, and have fun. Partners not needed. Bring water. Non-stick sole shoes recommended. 15 to 18+

Sat, Nov 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Mon, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am
Using rhymes, songs, and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room
Deep dive into a Tribeca-winning podcast series Pack One Bag by documentarian David Modigliani. A true story of an Italian Jewish family, split apart by love, fascism and war during Mussolini. 18+

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom
Have a great time mingling with other Central Florida fiber artists while working on your craft. Be sure to bring your work in progress, yarn and tools. All levels are welcome.

Tue, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Nov 19, 12:45pm - 2:45pm
Technology Classroom
Ever wanted to make your own custom clothes, home decor, costumes or accessories? Join us in this basic sewing class and learn about sewing safety, basic sewing machine skills and stitching seams.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 20, 10:15am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Learn paper folding book making to make paper structures to hold gifts or tell a story. The Heart Topped Gift Box is an easy folded box topped with an origami heart.

Wed, Nov 20, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Kids will go bananas for this high-energy musical duo that focuses on inclusion and music for all ages, abilities, and identities. Recommended for children ages 0-8 years old.

Wed, Nov 20, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Technology Classroom
Are you stuck on a software-related project or simply need constructive ideas to get you started? Let us help! A technology trainer will be available to assist you in this open lab.

Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in before and after storytime to create a make-and-take craft. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Cybersecurity is all about the safety of our information when we’re online. Build confidence as you visit websites, create passwords, and respond to email.

Thu, Nov 21, 10:30am - 10:55am
The use of picture books, songs and told stories will encourage your child to read, talk, sing, write and play. Recommended for children ages 3 to 5.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:00am - 11:20am
The use of picture books, finger plays, songs and flannel board stories will encourage the development of verbal and listening skills for this active age group. Recommended for ages 18 to 36 months.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:30am - 11:45am
The rhythm and repetition of nursery rhymes are used to introduce young children to literature. Hold your child in your lap and enjoy this special time together. Recommended for babies 0-18 months.

Thu, Nov 21, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Learn how to create an account on a popular video conferencing platform (Zoom) and build confidence when using features of the platform in an online meeting.

Thu, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
All book lovers welcome! Join us to chat about what you are reading. No assigned book to read. A fun and engaging social book club. Held bi-monthly. Registration required. Ages 18+

Fri, Nov 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Bring your own art or craft projects to work on or create something new with provided supplies. Connect with others and share the joy of creating art! Registration preferred. 18+

Fri, Nov 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Learn ancient Qigong practice with modern day instructor Jasmine Win. Using the 5 elements of life, students will undergo an empowering & uplifting shift to take control of their health & lives.

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Children's Area
Children can improve their literacy skills by reading to a therapy dog with Golden retriever Rescue of Mid-Florida. Practice with a furry friend and build your confidence. Recommended for children.
This event is full

Sat, Nov 23, 10:30am - 11:30am
Technology Classroom
Let's make some festive decor for the table with paper, felt, and more! Best for ages 6+. This program is intended for families, whatever family means to you.

Sat, Nov 23, 11:00am - 11:45am
Children learn insect characteristics and go outdoors to observe ant behavior. Recommended for families with children ages 4-7.

Sat, Nov 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+

Sat, Nov 23, 1:30pm - 4:00pm
Technology Classroom
Let's play Dungeons & Dragons together! Choose a premade character or bring your own to embark on an adventure full of mysteries, puzzles, dangers, and treasure.

Mon, Nov 25, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Design your own role-playing video games. Use Tynker to create a classic top-down role-playing game complete with enemies to fight and treasure to find.

Mon, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Using rhymes, songs, puppets, musical instruments and more, we will be interacting together to help develop important pre-literacy skills in our littlest ones! Recommended for ages 0-18 months.

Mon, Nov 25, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Connect with other caregivers to meet and mingle while your little one explores imaginary play with new and old friends. Recommended for ages 0-5.

Mon, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Come participate in math, science, history, art and literature-based learning to support your child's homeschool curriculum. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Mon, Nov 25, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Technology Classroom
Guide sixteen little blue creatures to safety through a series of logic-based puzzles. Help the Zoombinis across treacherous cliffs, past hungry pizza trolls, and up an unclimbable wall.

Tue, Nov 26, 10:15am - 11:15am
Technology Classroom
Give Steve and Alex fresh new looks. Design characters, items, blocks and mobs for Minecraft using Tynker.

Tue, Nov 26, 11:00am - 11:30am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Silly and fun yoga poses designed for kids! Flow-through an imaginative journey filled with puppets, parachute games, and relaxing rest time! Recommended for families with children ages 0-7.

Tue, Nov 26, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Technology Classroom
Build and program LEGO Race Car with a simple to use computer interface. Learn how technology plays an active role in our everyday life.

Wed, Nov 27, 10:15am - 11:00am
Technology Classroom
Take an adventure inside a computer! Build your own paper laptop from the inside out while learning what makes a computer work.

Wed, Nov 27, 11:00am - 11:45am
Southwest - Ask at Desk
Help your child develop gross-motor skills in this interactive bubble party. Recommended for families with children ages 0-5.

Wed, Nov 27, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Technology Classroom
Create and mod retro games! Design your own characters and code their behavior using Microsoft's MakeCode Arcade, a free online 2D game development environment.

Wed, Nov 27, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
The LEGO® Club at the Southwest Library invites you to come use your imaginations to build! Bricks will be provided but cannot go home with you. Recommended for ages 6-12.

Sat, Nov 30, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room
Experience the joy and camaraderie of reading aloud great literature with others each week. Facilitator-led in partnership with the Dr. P. Phillips YMCA and Southwest Library. 18+