All About Nothing in 10 Picture Books
Nothing like creativity and imagination!
World Hello Day
Hi, there! How do you say, “Hello?” Do you sing, “Hello, hello?” Do you yell, “HELLO, HELLO?” What will you do for World Hello Day on November 21?
Hey, That’s My Picture Book!
November is National Picture Book Month! Picture books are meant to a shared reading and visual experience. What picture books are your favorites?
Exploring Birds All Year Round!
Take a look at these suggestions on birds and birding as a great way to explore outdoors in the colder months ahead!
Dyslexia-Friendly Books for Juvenile Readers
Fact: Dyslexia is one of the most common learning disabilities to affect children. Here is a selection of juvenile fiction about dyslexia, some even written in dyslexia-friendly typeface.
Elevating Immigrant Stories with Picture Books
June is Immigrant Heritage Month, enriching our collective national self through the stories we share.
History of Crayons
Crayons have been around for a long time! Here are some great titles featuring crayons and their history.
Autism Awareness for Kids
Embracing neurodiversity is what Autism Awareness Month is all about.
I Need a Vacation!
Involve your kids in the vacation planning or take a no-cost virtual vacation with these Library resources!
April Fool’s Day for Grades PreK-3
April Fool’s Day is celebrated this year on Thursday, April 1, 2021. Whatever your prank, joke or pun, make it a great time to celebrate with a smile.
The Motivation to Be or How to Wait in This New Year of So Much Anticipated Waiting
To be or not to be--that is the question,” says Bill Shakespeare’s Hamlet. But is it? As simple as Hamlet tries to frame that question, just simply being - is easier said than done in this year 2021, when after months of having to put things off we are asked to do even more. More. Waiting.
3:18, The Milky Way And Non-Fiction
The overwhelming consensus for the best viewing of dark sky areas in the U.S. is in the western United States. There is one more place in the U.S. that should be put on the dark sky list and that is in rural Michigan. At 3:18 am to be precise in the farmlands of nowhere, on a cool, clear morning.
The Calming Hope of Snapping Turtles
Reflections on the qualities of nature, whether we are physically there or not.
A Hunting Dog We Will Go: Rescue Dogs
As the old saying goes: We are the ones rescued, not her.
How to Help a Friend!
Timeless picture books demonstrating the power of friendship that are great to read anytime.
Mysterious Mother Search
Endearing picture books featuring mother and child.
Counting Books for Preschoolers
A variety of counting books to teach young children about numbers in an entertaining way.
Picture Books Featuring Animal Adventures Perfect for Preschoolers
Fun picture books for kids featuring animal adventures and humorous stories.
Fun Stories for Kids from Preschool through Grade 2
Fun stories for kids full of humor and great illustrations.
Squawnkers: Sandhill Cranes and Birding
Learn more about one of the most beautiful birds in this part of the world - the Sandhill Crane.
Fun and Engaging Stories to Read to Your Child
Imaginative and engaging picture books your child is sure to love.
Picture Books Perfect for Kids Who Love Imaginative Stories
Stories perfect as back-to-school reads, for budding artists and for fans of humorous picture books.
Wonderful Wordless Picture Books
Wordless picture books that are beautifully illustrated and incredibly imaginative.
Babies vs Babytime
Babies are wonderful, beautiful and thoroughly amazing human beings. Baby storytime gives babies and their caregivers the chance of developing early literacy skills together at the library.
Storytelling and Our Communities: Part II: Alzheimers
Storytelling is the way I connect with other human beings, every day. One of the most amazing audiences to engage and connect with are adults with Alzheimer’s Disease.
Storytelling and Our Communities: Part I: Autism
Storytelling is the way I connect with other human beings, every day. One of the most worthwhile audiences to engage and connect with are children with Autism.
Classic Picture Books You and Your Children Will Love
Feel good picture books that will make you smile.
Humorous Storybooks to Read to Your Preschooler
Amusing stories perfect for young children.
Yakking in a Pond
A celebration of the sport of kayaking and the trials of married life.
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