The Questioneers: Read. Question. Think. PLAY! Aurora Public Library, June 12 – July 31, 2026
1. What is The Questioneers: Read. Question. Think. PLAY! exhibit? It is a free, interactive, hands-on exhibit inspired by The Questioneers book series written by Andrea Beaty and illustrated by David Roberts. The exhibit brings the book series’ beloved characters to life through hands-on arts and STEM-based learning experiences that encourage curiosity, creativity, and perseverance. 2. Who developed the exhibit? The DuPage Children’s Museum developed, and is lending the exhibit. The library activities will be similar to the museum’s Questioneer’s Exhibit, adapted to APLD space and community. 3. When and where will the exhibit be open? The exhibit will be on display in the Atrium at Santori, and at West Branch, from June 12 through July 31, 2026. Installation will take place on June 8. Customers may be able to explore early and ask what is going on. The official opening is June 12th. 4.Where can customers find more information? Customers can go to www.aurorapubliclibrary.org/exhibits for more information. 5. Who is the target audience? The exhibit is designed primarily for children and families, with a focus on engaging young and elementary-aged children, underrepresented and underserved communities, multilingual families, and visitors of varying abilities and learning styles. 6. What are the key features of the exhibit? There will be six interactive areas, inspired by the series’ characters and their areas of expertise. At West Branch, visitors can learn to be an engineer like Rosie Revere and an artist like Aaron Slater. At Santori, visitors can engage in science with Ada Twist, leadership with Sofia Valdez, and architecture with Iggy Peck; there will also be a Young Questioneers area for the youngest minds. All information will be bilingual with English & Spanish content to inspire hands-on interaction for all ages and abilities. 7. If it's interactive, how will we know what to do? Are there instructions? Each display is designed to encourage curiosity and exploration, so instructions and guidelines will be minimal. We want to leave room for every child (and caregiver) to play and learn in their own way – to become a Questioneer! Staff will always be nearby for assistance and questions. group for each branch. Please use this tag for all customer questions, interactions, and feedback about the exhibit!