Children’s Book News

With warmer weather, children’s attention turns to the wonders of nature as the outside world wakes up. We are reminded of the miracles and beauty of new life as well […]

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 […]