Looking to expand your Universe of Stories this month? Why not try one of these space-themed graphic novels or comic book omnibuses? Not only do these books have amazing stories and characters, but they fit right into the summer reading theme. Don’t forget to sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge: A Universe of Stories […]
If you haven’t visited the Children’s section of the libraries lately, you may have missed some exciting additions to the collection! Both the in-library collection and the online digital selection of materials has expanded to include new read-alongs and Playaways, new educational films and TV programs, and fun Gadgets & Things for the entire family […]
“Children are made readers on the laps of their parents.” – Emilie Buchwald, award-winning children’s author, poet, and teacher Whether it’s a young child excitedly pointing to the drawings in “There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly” or grandpa re-reading his favorite C.J. Box novel, the love of reading and books cross all […]
There’s a concept in teaching and learning that readers, especially children, use books, stories, and the characters they encounter like windows, mirrors, and sliding glass doors. It’s an issue of representation – of seeing yourself reflected in the characters you meet – but also seeing the faces and stories of others. When you and your […]
For local children’s author Barbara Jones, inspiration for her stories can come from anywhere: playing with her children (and now, grandchildren), a walk along the Poudre River, a drive through town. She envisioned her book, “The Barnacle and Briny Circus: the Greatest Show Under the Sea,” many years ago while doing an activity book with […]
