I know, I know. You should never judge a book by it’s cover. But it’s so hard with these silly and super eye-catching kids nonfiction books. Which cover do you like best? If you’re looking for more, check out Cloud Library and Hoopla for more eye-catching titles! Radiant Child: The Story of Jean-Michel Basquiat by […]
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Let’s Grow, Kiddos!
After a long, cold, snowy winter (brrr!), spring is finally here! Yes, it’s finally time to pack away the sleds and shovels, put the extra blanket back on the shelf, and scrape one last layer of crusty salt off our boots. As the mountains of snow shrink down to puddles, and we welcome the first robin of springtime, why not take the […]
Fantastic Books and Where to Find Them (It’s in J Fiction!)
Spirit Animals: Wild Born by Brandon Mull This series starter packs a punch full of adventure, magic, betrayal, and legends galore! Follow on the very beginning of the journey with Conor, Melin, Rollan, and Abeke in the land of Erdas. There have long been rumbles about a great disaster approaching and now the Four Fallen Beasts […]
Coding for Fun!
Have you ever had a problem with an app on your phone? Or an issue with something happening on your laptop? Or watched a street crossing sign work incorrectly on a busy road? Aside from being irritating, they all start with the same kind of problem. Something is wrong with their code. Code, or coding, […]
Kids Knit with KidLit
As the weather gets colder, it’s time to get cozy! And what could be cozier than a warm blanket, cuddly stuffed animals, and a good book? We’ve got you covered at the library! Here are some great books that teach kids how to knit, crochet, sew, and have fun with other textile arts. And once […]
Stay Cozy! 5 Things to Do Inside with Your Family
December’s here, and that means staying inside where it’s nice and warm! Here are a few of our favorite suggestions on what to do this year to keep you and your family nice, cozy, and entertained. Enjoy a Performance on Zoom! The library has some exciting performers scheduled during the week of December 28, so […]
D.I.Y. Downloads: Printable Snowflakes
Looking for some surefire winter fun? Download, print, and create your own snowflakes with this fun activity! Use your snowflakes to create garlands, decorate your walls, or give as gifts.
What Kind of Book Are You?
If YOU were a book, which kind would you be? Answer 10 questions all about you in this fun quiz to see which book genre is most like your personality! Share with your family and friends and see if you can guess each others’ results. Did the quiz get it right, or did it misread […]
Character Caricatures!
Do you have a favorite book? Who’s your favorite character in that book? Share that character with the libraries! During the week of November 30th through December 6th, download the character cut out and draw in your favorite character! Bring it to your local library branch and it will be sent and displayed at the […]
Charge into Chapter Books!
Know a reader who’s ready to charge ahead into chapter books? There’s no greater rite of passage in a growing reader’s journey than the transition from easy readers to chapter books. You can help your young reader make a smooth transition by looking for titles with interesting stories, large text, big spaces between the lines, […]