Books open a child’s world in so many diverse and enchanting ways. This adventure can begin for a child even as a baby with the sharing of board books. Sharing books with a baby or young child encircled in ones arms not only creates for her a warm and secure space, but also stimulates with...Continue Reading
Insignificant Events in the Life of a Cactus by Dusti Bowling Suggested ages: 9-12 years Thirteen year old Aven has a more difficult road to navigate than most teens. Born without arms or as Aven quirkily puts it, “unarmed”, she faces each day with spunky determination sprinkled with humor. Her adoptive parents have been her life-line,...Continue Reading
We have just added several new audio books for younger children (PreK – 3rd grade). Currently, they are on display with the new books atop the children’s shelves. For the most part, hardbound copies corresponding to these audio recordings are available in our collection. Check our catalog as to location. Audio books for older children continue...Continue Reading
December 2018 One of the most loved aspects of holiday times is the traditional food that is intertwined in these celebrations. The books below might just evoke those wonderful fragrances which are a part of our winter festivities. The Borrowed Hanukkah Latkes by Linda Glaser, illustrated by Nancy Cote Suggested ages: 4-8 years Rachel feels like...Continue Reading
A family comes in many forms and sizes; its members bound together by love and shared experiences. Today children’s books reflect the variety of families we see all about us. Here are a few which star families of all types and backgrounds. The Family Book, by Todd Parr Suggested ages: 3-7 years With simple, boldly colored...Continue Reading
New children’s books have recently been added to our collection – always a cause for celebration! They include early readers, picture books both fiction and non-fiction, and chapter books. There is something for every age – PreK, Primary and Intermediate grades, as well as Middle School. Children will discover award books, books that bring forth...Continue Reading
Every year youth book awards are announced in various categories. This month I will focus on the 2017 John Newbery winners (most outstanding contributions to children’s literature) and the 2017 Randolph Caldecott winners (most distinguished American picture books). All these books are currently available at PCL or on order. NEWBERY MEDAL FOR 2017: The Girl...Continue Reading
April brings thoughts of new life whether it’s a green shoot poking through the soil, early desert flowers beginning to bloom, or the miracle of life taking place in an egg. And so this leads me to focus on some special books in which eggs play important roles. Lulu and the Duck in the Park by...Continue Reading
This month’s “Children’s Book News” has a bit of a different focus than the usual monthly edition. It’s an FYI blurb, in case some of you may not be aware of particular types of collections available in the Children’s Area. Readers – Levels 1, 2, 3, and 4 (located along the first shelf of Easy...Continue Reading
