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Kathy's Korner - March New Fiction for Grades 3-8

A clickable list of recent chapter books and graphic novels for elementary and middle school readers.

Ways to Support Ukraine

Whether it's reading books by Ukrainian authors to better understand Ukrainian history or giving to local organizations with relief funds, supporting the Ukrainian community doesn't have to be hard.

Lit Lorie Loves – Picture Books with Activity Sheets!

Enjoy some great picture books and follow up with special projects like painting a brown bear, making bunny birthday hats, and baking a Spot birthday cake!

Eight books for International Womens Day

International Women’s Day, celebrated annually on March 8 and supported by Catalyst, strives to provide “an important opportunity for groups worldwide to embrace and cultivate an ongoing commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.” This year’s theme for equality was #breakthebias. Join us in discovering eight books by business owners and entrepreneurs that hope to inspire women in and pursuing leadership.

Michelle's Real Reads: Children's Nonfiction Book Recommendations

Get ready for some great new children's nonfiction books, coming soon! EJ Nonfiction Bear Goes Sugaring by Maxwell Eaton II Learn how to make syrup the old-fashioned way with the help of a friendly bear and her amusingly unhelpful accomplices Dog and Squirrel in this informativ...

Kathy's Korner - February New Fiction for Grades 3-8

A clickable list of recent chapter books and graphic novels for elementary and middle school readers.

Books About Writing Books

If you’ve ever been bitten by the writing bug, or just want to learn more about the writing process, pick up a book about writing books! The following selections are meant to inspire, guide and motivate any hopeful author. Conquer your fear, transcend your anxiety and learn from the best by readin...

Lit Lorie Loves – February is National Bird Feeding Month

Enjoy reading picture books about our flying friends! Start a new family tradition of feeding wild birds during the height of winter. More information can be found at https://www.birdfeeding.org/nbfm.html

Locked-Room Mysteries

Locked-room mysteries are part of the classic "whodunit and how" stories made popular by authors such as Agatha Christie and John Dickson Carr. You might also think of the 2019 movie, "Knives Out." In a locked-room mystery, a crime has been committed, but the perpetrator could not have gotten in or ...

Collection Connection: Family Read Aloud Chapter Books

February 2 was Read Aloud Day, inaugurated by Scholastic Books about a decade ago. But why limit it to one day? Reading aloud either to or with your children is a wonderfully intimate experience for all. Reading with your children doesn’t have to end when the children can read independently. We get requests for longer books, especially fiction, that families can share. Here are some favorites.

Michelle's Real Reads

Stop by the Children's Library and check out some new nonfiction books! EJ Nonfiction Just a Thought by Jason Gruhl, illustrated by Ignasi Font Through playful rhyming text and vivid, fun illustrations, Just a Thought introduces kids 4-8 to the way our lives are shaped...

Kathy's Korner - January New Fiction for Grades 3-8

A clickable list of recent chapter books and graphic novels for elementary and middle school readers.

Lit Lorie Loves – Kindness and Mindfulness

This month I selected a variety of board books, picture books, and readers on kindness and mindfulness. Each book should engage thoughtful conversations as we navigate this big, beautiful world.

Guides to Retirement at Lake Forest Library

Saving for retirement is a lifelong process. The Lake Forest Library is here to help with all your lifelong learning goals, including personal finance and preparing for retirement. Read on for six book recommendations and three upcoming events at the library that may be of use to your retirement planning journey in 2022.

Michelle's Real Reads: Children's Nonfiction Book Recommendations

New Children's Nonfiction Brains! Not Just a Zombie Snack by Stacy McAnulty, illustrated by Matthew Rivera Brains. 78% water, 100% delicious. A zombie chef who has sworn off eating brains salivates over this super powerful organ in this funny and fact-filled picture book. From learning a...