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Tasty Food Made Easy with These Amazing Vietnamese Cookbooks

Posted about 1 month ago by April S

Cook up something delicious with the help of these incredible recipes featuring Vietnamese cuisine.

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Kwanzaa resources for Grades K-5

Posted about 1 month ago by Jozlyn H

Kwanzaa eBooks for grades K-5

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Christmas (Secular) resources for Grades PreK-5

Posted about 1 month ago by Jozlyn H

Christmas eBooks for grades PreK-5 to enjoy.

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Religious Christmas resources for Grades PreK-5

Posted about 1 month ago by Jozlyn H

Religious Christmas Holiday eBooks for grades K-5

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Dealing with Sadness

Posted about 1 month ago by Jozlyn H

It is OK to feel things. Sadness is a feeling that everyone knows. Let’s explore how to help our children understand this feeling.

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Picture Books of the Lost... and Found

Posted about 1 month ago by Eric P

Some of the world's greatest picture books are about losing things, and I have a list of them right here... wait a minute, where did that list go?

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American Civil War resources for Grades 9-12

Posted about 1 month ago by Kate M

Spanning four years and resulting in more than 620,000 American casualties, historians regard the American Civil War as one of the most divisive eras in US history. Let the Library guide you to some excellent resources for furthering your research of this part of our past.

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Animal Hibernation resources for Grades PreK-3

Posted about 1 month ago by Monique B

Animal hibernation is a fascinating adaptation to changing environmental conditions.

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13 Holiday Mysteries to Read Right Now

Posted about 1 month ago by April S

A selection of holiday-themed mysteries, cozies, and gentle reads to settle in and read this winter or any time.

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Happy 250th Birthday, Beethoven!

Posted about 1 month ago by Brooke C

Fun and informative books about the life and music of Ludwig van Beethoven.

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Winter Solstice resources for Grades PreK-5

Posted about 1 month ago by Regina S

Warm up with some books about the first day of winter.

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Memories of Becoming an MC, DS, David Sweet

Posted about 1 month ago by David B

DJ David Sweet recalls his memories of Hip Hop, Rap and Slam Poetry in Toledo over the past 40 years.

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Great Comics of 2020

Posted about 1 month ago by Franco V

It's the end of 2020! There are so many great comics and graphic novels to read! Here are some of the best.

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Winter Weather Resources for Grades PreK-3

Posted about 1 month ago by Monique B

Have fun learning about a variety of winter weather conditions.

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National Bathtub Party Day

Posted about 1 month ago by Jozlyn H

December 5th is National Bathtub Party day, yes you heard me: Bathtub party.

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Hanukkah Stories for Grades PreK-5

Posted about 1 month ago by Jozlyn H

Hanukkah eBooks for grades PreK-5

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Winter Chills

Posted about 1 month ago by Juliette H

These horror/ thriller books are sure to send shivers down your spine this Winter. Check them out – at your own risk!

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The Power of Song: How Singing Benefits Early Childhood Development

Posted 2 months ago by April S

Fun and engaging sing-along stories to read and sing with your young child.

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Spread Kindness for PreK-3

Posted 2 months ago by School Engagement

Even small acts of kindness can change the world.

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Better Together for PreK-3

Posted 2 months ago by School Engagement

Explore our differences and similarities. What makes you special? What does community mean?

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The Power of Music

Posted 2 months ago by April S

Music has the power to bring joy, happiness and encourage healthy childhood development.

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Help for Homeschoolers

Posted 2 months ago by Regina S

Jumping into homeschooling can be challenging! As a librarian who homeschooled my two kids, I have suggestions for Toledo Lucas County Public Library resources to use as you educate your children. 

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Christmas Books and Movie Adaptations

Posted 2 months ago by Jozlyn H

It is here. It is time. I am ready. Christmas novel season!

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Zero Waste

Posted 2 months ago by Jozlyn H

Our planet does not have infinite resources and humans are leaving a big, terrible footprint on it. Let us all do our part, tiny bit by tiny bit. 

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Learning to Read Begins at Birth!

Posted 2 months ago by Cristin B

Many families are looking for the best ways to help their little one be ready to read. With so many resources available, it can seem overwhelming but the Ready to Read librarians are here to assist.

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