June is LGBTQ Pride month! Chosen to honor the Stonewall Uprising of 1969, we use this month to celebrate all sorts of love, identities, and the human rights we all deserve. If you’re looking for some good reads as part of this celebration, here are a few of our recommendations! For even more titles, check […]
Children
Is the Book Always Better Than the Movie?
Book or movie? Those of us who relish the title of “avid reader” might consider it no choice at all – clearly, the book is always better! But what about those of us who love them both equally? Asking us to choose whether we prefer the book or the movie is impossible! So that’s exactly […]
15 Middle Grade and YA Books with Neurodivergent Characters
Neurodivergent characters are important for tweens and teens. It’s important for young readers with autism spectrum disorder, dyslexia and ADHD to see themselves represented in literature. And it’s just as important for neurotypical friends and family to see the world from their perspective. These middle grade and young adult books feature neurodivergent characters. Some are […]
Virtual Q&A with ‘Saturday’ Author Oge Mora
Saturday by Oge Mora has been selected for Pennsylvania’s One Book, Every Young Child program. As part of the program, Ms. Mora will speak virtually to children across the state on Tuesday, April 5 at 10 AM. She’ll talk about her work as a storyteller and answer questions from young readers. Register and submit questions […]
Why a Teacher Recommends VOX Books for Young Readers
To meet the growing demand for read-along books, Bucks County Free Library recently added hundreds of new fiction and non-fiction VOX books to the library’s read-along collection. That’s great news for Jenn Wallover, a second-grade teacher who uses VOX books regularly in her Bensalem classroom. Benefits of VOX Books Jenn sees many benefits of VOX […]
Doylestown’s Play Area Open after Renovations
The children’s play area at the Doylestown branch has reopened! After a few weeks of renovations, the space is bigger, brighter, and even more fun for little ones. Your child’s favorites, like the jumbo dollhouse, are joined by a light table, new toys and games, and a Lego wall. A few more surprises will be […]
Feeling Crafty? Start at the Library!
March is National Craft Month! Whether you’re new to DIY or an experienced crafter, look no further than your local library. Get inspired, hone your skills, and get the information you need to start your next project. For even more books, check out the National Craft Month shelf on cloudLibrary. Online Resources Flipster Access hundreds […]
5 Creative Ways to Save Your Place in a Book
We’ve all been there. You’re in the middle of an amazing read, a daring jump is about to be made, when – BING – the doorbell rings. You frantically search for a bookmark so you don’t lose your place. But what to use? In celebration of World Bookmark Day, here are some fun and resourceful bookmarks […]
Hail to the Chief: Get to Know Former U.S. Presidents
The Great Courses on hoopla Several of The Great Courses videos in hoopla’s collection focus on American history, including prominent political figures. Delivered by real professors, the lectures cover many eras of U.S. history. To get started, borrow a hoopla BingePass for the Great Courses collection. Each BingePass counts as one hoopla borrow and grants […]
Library Services We Love
On this day of love and appreciation, Bucks County Free Library staff share their favorite things to do with a Bucks County library card. Some are common services and others are off the beaten path, but we love them – and you might, too! Unique Items “My favorite thing the library offers are ‘goodie bags’ […]