Missions
Our librarians have put together several activities, for a variety of challenges and levels. Complete an activity and you might unlock a more advanced one, and bragging rights, cool badges and maybe even a prize!

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100 Things To Do Before Kindergarten

List of fun things to do with your child before they enter kindergarten.



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Adult Create Your Own Adventure

Make your own adventures by checking things off your bucket list! Does your bucket list include visiting a museum, restaurant, or park? Or maybe visiting someplace new? Share the top five things on your bucket list that you hope to accomplish this summer below. Go forward and adventure!



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Brainfuse

Earn a digital badge for exploring Ames Free Library resources!

Brainfuse HelpNow offers on-demand, personalized tutoring for K-12 students and adult learners! All free with your Ames Free Library card. Get high-quality help from tutors in core subjects (math, reading, science, and social studies), academic and standardized test prep (including the new GED and the new SAT), and career-related topics such as resume and cover letter-writing, and Microsoft Office training. College-bound students can get help filling out the FAFSA. In the Writing Lab, you can submit your papers for review and feedback. U.S. Citizenship Test prep and Spanish-speaking support are available. For those wanting to learn a new hobby, you can also connect with qualified chess tutors. Live help is available every day from 2 p.m. - 11 p.m. EST.



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Creativebug

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Creativebug offers thousands of video courses on a wide variety of art and craft topics. Learn to doodle or paint, level up your knitting skills, or find a craft to keep the kids busy for the afternoon. There are courses for every skill level.



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Emojis Tale

Use the Emojis to guess the name of the book. How well do you know your Emojis?

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EMS Summer Reading

Complete the EMS summer reading assignment.


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Guess the Fairy Tale

Using the provided clue(s), guess the name of the fairy tale!

*Need a hint? Try one of these: Alice In Wonderland, Beauty And The Beast, Cinderella, Goldilocks, Hansel And Gretel, Jack And The Beanstalk, Little Red Riding Hood, Pinocchio, Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs, Three Billy Goats Gruff, The Princess And The Pea, The Three Little Pigs.



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Harry Potter Escape Room

Calling all Harry Potter fans! Earn this mission by finishing this Hogwarts virtual escape room! This was created by the Youth Services Librarian at Peters Township Public Library in Pennsylvania.

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Hunger Games Escape Room

Do you have what it takes to compete in the Hunger Games? Will you survive and make it out? Head over and try this virtual escape room made by the tween and teen librarians at the Public Library of Brookline! May the odds be in your favor.




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LinkedIn Learning

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LinkedIn Learning (formerly Lynda.com) is a leading online learning company that helps anyone learn business, software, technology and creative skills to achieve personal and professional goals. Through individual, corporate, academic and government subscriptions, members have access to the LinkedIn Learning video library of engaging, top-quality courses taught by recognized industry experts.



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Mango

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With over 70 world languages for you to learn at your own pace (including English), Mango will prepare you for realistic conversations and strengthen everyday communication skills.



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Match the Tail

Do you love animals? Guess what animal each tail belongs to! 

*Need a hint? Try one of these! Alligator, beaver, chameleon, elephant, giraffe, lemur, pig, tiger, whale, zebra.


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Museum Pass

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As area museums, parks, and cultural institutions reopen, check out our museum passes for admission discounts.



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OverDrive / Hoopla

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Did you know you can check out digital books, magazines, and even stream movies with your library card? Check out all the offerings available on OverDrive (we recommend the Libby app for browsing on your phone or tablet) and Hoopla. Find out more about each platform and get links to tutorials on AFL's Downloads page.



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Readers' Advisory Form

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Did you know that you can get personalized reading recommendations from the librarians at AFL? Fill out a Readers' Advisory Form and let us know about your favorite books, authors, hobbies, and/or TV shows. Using the information you provide we'll recommend 3 books we think you'll love. We can even put them on hold for you!



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Reading Beyond

Go beyond just reading this summer! Mix up how or where you read, or maybe what you do after reading a book.

Challenge yourself to complete at least five tasks from the list below. How many can you complete?



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Scavenger Hunt

Time for some outdoor fun! Walk around your city or town and see what you can find for each letter of the alphabet. Bring a camera or list and pencil to keep track of the items you find. We've included some examples, but what else can you find? Good luck!

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Six of Crows Escape Room

Are you a fan of Six of Crows by Leigh Bardugo? Complete the mission by trying this awesome virtual escape room created by the young adult librarian at Morristown & Morris Township Library in New Jersey.


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Star Wars: The Mandalorian Escape Room

An old bounty hunter friend needs your help to rescue someone. Complete this mission by trying this virtual escape room based on Star Wars: The Mandalorian to start your rescue mission! This was created by the Manchester Community College Library in New Hampshire.


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Stranger Things Escape Room

Are you a fan of the show Stranger Things? Can you and your friends escape from the Upside Down before time runs out? Head to this virtual escape room made by the Orland Park Public Library in Illinois to find out.




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Week 1 Super Reader

Read for at least 20 minutes on 5 different days this week.

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Week 1 Super Reader

Read for at least 20 minutes on 5 different days this week.

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Week 1 Super Reader

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Week 1 Super Reader

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Week 10 Super Reader

Read for at least 20 minutes on 5 different days this week.

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Week 10 Super Reader

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Week 10 Super Reader

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Week 10 Super Reader

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Week 2 Super Reader

Read for at least 20 minutes on 5 different days this week.

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Week 2 Super Reader

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Week 2 Super Reader

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Week 2 Super Reader

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Week 3 Super Reader

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Week 3 Super Reader

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Week 3 Super Reader

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Week 3 Super Reader

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Week 4 Super Reader

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Week 4 Super Reader

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Week 4 Super Reader

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Week 4 Super Reader

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Week 5 Super Reader

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Week 5 Super Reader

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Week 6 Super Reader

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Week 6 Super Reader

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Week 6 Super Reader

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Week 7 Super Reader

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Week 8 Super Reader

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Week 9 Super Reader

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Week 9 Super Reader

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Week 9 Super Reader

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Week 9 Super Reader

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Week 1 Super Reader

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Week 10 Super Reader

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Week 2 Super Reader

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Week 3 Super Reader

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Week 3 Super Reader

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Week 4 Super Reader

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Week 5 Super Reader

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Week 6 Super Reader

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Week 7 Super Reader

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Week 8 Super Reader

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Week 9 Super Reader

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