Tag Archives: nonfiction

January Book Reviews, Part 1

14 Jan
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  Titanic Sinks! by Barry Denenberg From Miss Melia at Main I love reading books about the Titanic, so I couldn’t wait to read one of the newest books on the subject, Titanic Sinks! by Barry Deneberg.  While I enjoy fictional … Continue reading →

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Exciting News!

02 Jan
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I love doing the Marvelous Monday  programs at Main Library.  We are in the middle of our third set of sessions (so hard to believe!) and the kids and parents just keep coming back for more!  If you aren’t familiar … Continue reading →

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Give the gift of reading this holiday season

26 Nov
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  The holiday season is rapidly approaching – lights are being strung, dinners and get – togethers are being planned, and lists are being made (things to do, people to see, and much more!) With all of that running around … Continue reading →

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November Book Reviews, Part 2

22 Nov
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Our Stories Remember:  American Indian History, Culture, and Values Through Storytelling by Joseph Bruchac From Miss Heather at Butler and Lucas With the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, November is a great time to explore the history and culture of Native Americans. … Continue reading →

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Another Month, Another Round of New Books!

22 Oct
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We really have been receiving some wonderful new books for any age of reader in the Children’s Department.  Below are the three categories – Picture Books, Chapter Books, and Nonfiction – in video and list format. If any of these … Continue reading →

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Three Cheers for New Books!

21 Sep
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How could you not love new books?  I love seeing the new ones roll up on a cart, ready to be checked in and placed out on display.  It’s like they’re eagerly awaiting that first child to pick them up, … Continue reading →

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Fall Book Fun

19 Sep
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Brrr!  It’s getting chilly out there!  This cooler weather always signals the beginning of fall, which means shorter days and brilliant colors on the trees.  (And as I’m looking outside right now, some rainy days too!)  Fall always makes me … Continue reading →

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New Books! New Books!

19 Aug
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Oh, how we love new books!  That’s not to say that the ones on our shelves already aren’t fantastic, but there is something about new books and all the information and great stories they’re bringing to the library.  We love … Continue reading →

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July Book Reviews, Part 2

22 Jul
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The Environmental Movement, Then vs. Now from Miss Melanie at Main Molly Bang published a children’s book in 1997 called Common Ground:  The Water, Earth, and Air We Share. Here’s an overview of this book from Barnes & Noble:  “A … Continue reading →

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July Book Reviews, Part 1

12 Jul
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Author Spotlight:  Jeanette Winter from Miss Melanie at Main I want to draw attention to three books by author/illustrator Jeanette Winter that highlight the importance of books, libraries, and learning.  In this country, we are very lucky to be able … Continue reading →

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