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For Presidents’ Day, Read a Book
They were both tall: one, shy and purposeful and the other, ready to laugh but brought down by worry. Both led our country admirably in the midst of war. We celebrate the birthdays of our first...
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Homemade Valentine’s Day
Store bought valentines are fine but nothing beats homemade, especially for the people you love most. Among my most treasured possessions are things my son created and the memories surrounding them:...
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My New Story Pocket Name
In my last Let’s Talk Books discussion, I asked what your name would be if -like Stephanie in Skulduggery Pleasant – you could pick one to describe yourself. The idea is your new name will protect...
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Up, Up and Away
Cherry tomatoes, rockets, water balloons and other items will be flying around here on Saturday, May 21 at 2:00 PM when our latest Danger Club takes off. We’ll start with the traditional: paper...
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Hug a Shark Today
Well, you may not want to hug a shark but Discovery Channel’s Shark Week presents an excellent opportunity to learn about sharks. For instance: Do you know that sharks are in more danger from people...
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Two School Stories for Older Kids Not to Be Missed
Our “First Day of School” stories are flying off the shelves. Preschoolers to second-graders can use the reassurance of these books. But older kids need to know they have power, as well, over bullies,...
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Fabulous Family Fun Week
What’s more fun than a barrel of elves? Our Fabulous Family Fun Week offers a host of activities for kids and their families. Here’s what’s going on: Monday, December 26 Imagination Builders. Lego...
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ALA 2015 Newbery, Caldecott and Other Awards
Caldecott and Newbery Medal and Honor, and other Youth Media Awards for outstanding books of 2014 were announced by ALSC, the children’s division of The American Library Association. Here are some of...
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