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Adult Reads for September
These eight books will keep you entertained with fictional stories based on real life people and events and tales about the relationships between mothers and children and the origins of road trips and fast food.
Back to School with a New Book Series
Start off a spectacular school year with a new series by authors you know and love! All but one of these highly anticipated juvenile books are also available on cloudLibrary. You won’t want to miss the start of these captivating new series books!
Great Digital Comics & Graphic Novels for Kids
If your child is a fan of graphic novels, chances are you’ve walked out of the library carrying piles of them! But did you know your kids can also borrow graphic novels and comics digitally on your tablet, smart phone, or computer? It’s amazing, and it’s true. Bucks County residents can borrow up to ten […]
What is Urban Fantasy?
Urban Fantasy is where the story takes place in a world very similar to our own, usually in a city, with a fantasy layer. The hero could be a magic user or supernatural being. There could be werewolves, vampires, wizards, angels, or any kind of fantastical creatures. Each book usually involves a big mystery that […]
Exploring Emotions Through Reading
Have you ever seen your little one go from happy to sad to angry back to happy in a split second? Our little ones experience an array of emotions over the course of a day, just like we might. Even though we understand that emotions are a part of us, sometimes we find it hard […]
Books for the Road: Kids Edition
This summer, banish backseat squabbles, highway boredom, and endless refrains of “Are we there yet?” If you’re planning a long road trip with the family, audiobooks can make the journey as exciting as the destination! So, let the adventure begin!
Books on “The Science of Me”
This year’s Science in the Summer program is “The Science of Me.” This program invites children to explore various biological systems and how humans are alike and different from one another. Kids who are excited by this subject and want to learn more will enjoy reading these books:
Beach Reads for the Summer of 2019
As you’re packing for the shore, make sure you remember the essentials: snacks, sunscreen, and something to read! If you’re looking for something fun and easy to toss in your beach bag, consider making one of these page-turners your next beach read.
Celebrate Reading with Reading Olympics
Looking for books to read this summer break? Try checking out a Reading Olympics eBook or audiobook from cloudLibrary! Reading Olympics is a county-wide reading program from the Bucks County Intermediate Unit for students in elementary and secondary schools. It is “designed to encourage children to read more by helping them discover the joy and […]