Kathy's Korner: New Fiction for Grades 3-8
Some exciting new stories from well-known authors such as Rick Riordan, Carl Hiassen, Patricia Wrede, Avi, and plenty of spooky reads in time for Halloween.
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Lit Lorie Loves – Read Aloud Cart
Are you invited to be the mystery reader in your child or grandchild’s classroom? We can help you with your selection, with a growing collection of picture books and nonfiction books for your perusal. Just come downstairs and ask the Children’s staff about the read-aloud cart. Here is a small selection of the 99 (plus) books on our purple cart:
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Kathy's Korner: Sequels and Series Update for September
GRAPHIC NOVELS: BARB THE LAST BERZERKER (3): BATTLE FOR BAILIWICK by Dan Abdo. A ragtag crew of Berzerkers and five Wise Wizards with rusty powers come together to stop an evil witch from taking over their land, as Barb attempts to harness the mystical power of the Ghost Blade and lea...
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The Best Books This Fall
If you need some reading suggestions for this fall, check out our list of new favorite titles. With everything from science fiction to mysteries to memoirs, there’s something for everyone. All titles are linked to our catalog, but feel free to stop by the Adult Reference Desk for help finding a book...
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Lit Lorie Loves – Exercise and Fitness in Picture Books
Here is a list of picture books that will encourage the whole family to live their lives on the move!
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Kathy's Korner - New Children's Chapter Books in August
PETS RULE by Susan Tan. A new series of easy chapter books starring a chihuahua who wants to rule the world, but is constantly being thwarted by other pets, such as adorable (?) kittens, poodles, and his clueless family of humans. Black and white illustrations on every page. Gr 1-3. ...
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Lit Lorie Loves – Travel the World in Picture Books
Introduce your children to geography and world cultures. Have fun being transported to another place through these inspiring stories.
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Kathy's Korner July New Fiction Youth
GOSSAMER SUMMER by H.M. Bouwman. Four sisters make a friend, find a grubby fairy, and defend the neighborhood against evil birds in this book about grief, magic, and the power of stories. (Alert – the evil birds may be frightening to younger, sensitive readers.) Gr 2-5. THE ISLA...
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New Children's Nonfiction - July
Check out some new and exciting titles in Children's nonfiction.
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Kathy's Korner July Sequels and Series
A roundup of sequels and series from the last month for grades 3-7
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Resources for Birdwatching
Birding is one of the most popular outdoor activities, with millions of people heading outdoors to look for birds every year. Whether you are a beginning birdwatcher or seasoned practitioner, check out the resources the library has to offer. Field Guides ...
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Kathy's Korner June New Fiction Youth
Some of the great new children's chapter books and graphic novels we've gotten in this past month
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Celebrate Pride Month
Happy LGBTQ+ Pride Month! Celebrated in the month of June, Pride Month honors the 1969 Stonewall Uprising, a six-day stretch of protests in which LGBTQ+ activists fought back against a police raid of the Stonewall Inn, a popular gay bar in New York City. It was a major protest against anti-LGBTQ+ la...
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Lit Lorie Loves - Picture Books to Act Out
Summer is coming! What fun to act out picture books after reading them. I will give you a few suggestions for what to do with each picture book listed.
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Kathy's Korner June Sequels and Series
A roundup of the latest in popular series and anticipated sequels
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