Children’s Book News

In the last Children’s Book News, various sections of the children’s collection were highlighted. One area which was not discussed was the books along the salmon-colored wall where juvenile non-fiction, […]

The Pearl Children’s Room is a special place for children to explore the magical world of books. We do our best to keep our collection up to date and filled […]

On September 10, the Children’s Committee will be presenting a program with guest, Donna Salamoff, who will be sharing the book, The Garden Wall, which tells the tale of a […]

As many of you already know, our Summer Reading Program’s theme is Ocean of Possibilities. Thus, our weekly programs have been focusing on the varied and fascinating water worlds that […]

Book Awards This past January, the annual children’s book awards were announced for 2022. We already have a few of the winners in our collection, and many more are on […]

Wordless Picture Books I have recently become enamored by wordless picture books, and thought I would share some of my thoughts as well as highlight a few of the fine […]

Children’s non-fiction is an area which is often ignored. When children go to the library, their focus naturally tends towards picture books, juvenile fiction, and graphic novels. As a result, […]

When You Trap a Tiger, written by Tae Keller (Winner of the 2021 Newbery Medal) Suggested ages: 8-12 years The magic of stories and the bonds of family intertwine in […]

The coming of June brings on our library’s Summer Reading Program.  Though it will come to you virtually, it will involve frequent live interactions with children and performers.  I have […]

As you may be aware, Placitas Community Library Adult Programs is offering “Placitas Reads” which, in a sense, is a book club for our entire Placitas community.  The theme is […]