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
Cloud and Wallfish by Anne Nesbet Suggested ages: 10 – 14 years One day Noah suddenly has his world turned upside down. His parents inform him they will be temporarily moving to East Germany and his name is no longer Noah Keller but rather Jonah Brown. This new identity includes more than a mere name change....Continue Reading
SNOW, by Sam Usher Suggested ages: 3 – 7 years There is nothing more enchanting than to awake to a snowy morning. The young narrator of SNOW bubbles over with enthusiasm as he announces to his Granddad that snow and fun times await outside. Peeking out the door, he gazes onto his front yard’s unblemished snowy...Continue Reading
The Penderwicks, A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy by Jeanne Birdsall Suggested ages: 8-12 years Winner of the 2005 National Book Award for Young People’s Literature Though taking place in summer, The Penderwicks is the perfect book to curl up with on a chilly day, warmed by the adventures...Continue Reading
The children will join in the circus acts, and PCL’s circus books will be on display, including – Three-Ring Rascals, Book 1: The Show Must Go On by Kate Klise illustrated by M. Sarah Klise Suggested ages: 6-8 years Children will find this rollicking circus story, with both heroes and a despicable villain, to be an...Continue Reading
JOHN NEWBERY MEDAL – Given to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children. This year the award went to Last Stop on Market Street. Last Stop on Market Street by Matt de la Pena, pictures by Christian Robinson Suggested ages: 3-6 years CJ’s Sunday begins like any Sunday, attending church with his Nana...Continue Reading
Folksongs, dances, and instruments from a variety of cultures. Putumayo Kids Presents (CDs) French Playground African Playground These CDs are an enriching addition to the June 24 program. Look for them with the children’s CDs on the far wall. Both come with booklets, which supplement the music. With French Playground the words to...Continue Reading
Presenter Deborah Gullo of Yoga Crossroads will share the book, My Daddy is a Pretzel, while children are taught various yoga poses. My Daddy is a Pretzel by Baron Baptiste, illustrated by Sophie Fatus Suggested ages: 4-8 years My Daddy is a Pretzel is not only a “how-to” book for yoga but also one that illustrates...Continue Reading
Curious Chris returns and his focus will be motivating kids to get on board with healthy habits in order to build strong and happy bodies. Many new books have been added to our children’s collection which aim at doing just that. Look for books on “kid-approved” exercises as well as enticing cookbooks that will have...Continue Reading
Biggest, Strongest, Fastest by Steve Jenkins Suggested ages: 4-9 years Biggest, Strongest, Fastest is the perfect accompaniment to the summer program, “Animal Athletes.” Within this book’s covers are profiles of fourteen animals that set world records in various categories. Along with each doublespread animal illustration are briefly worded facts. In addition, there are small silhouettes of...Continue Reading
