19 Books that Celebrate America

Happy Independence Day! Our librarians delved into our collection and quickly came up with a list of reading recommendations that celebrate the positive values and qualities of America and it’s people. These uplifting and heartfelt stories may vary in perspectives and narratives, but they are all grounded in being American. This reading lists features a …

Día de los niños/Día de los libros celebrates kids & books around the world!

El día de los niños/El día de los libros (Children’s Day/Book Day), commonly known as Día, culminates on April 30 and celebrates children, families, and reading. Día is a nationally recognized initiative that emphasizes the importance of literacy for all children from all backgrounds. The American Library Association uses this celebration as a commitment to …

Introducing the New Bundle o’ Books Service

After a successful pilot during the summer, the former Bag o’ Books service has been expanded, enhanced, and relaunched as Bundle o’ Books. This popular service offers quick checkout of a “bundle” of picture books, board books, or beginning reader books with just a few clicks of the button. The Bundle o’ Books online service …

One Book Colorado 2020 Winning Book Celebration

The 2020 winner of the One Book Colorado program is “The Little Red Fort” by Brenda Maier and illustrated by Sonia Sanchez. One Book Colorado is a statewide collaboration among Serve Colorado, the Colorado State Library, the Colorado Department of Education, the Denver Preschool Program, Denver7, Mile High United Way, public and military libraries statewide, …

1-2-3 Brain Break: Program a Robot

Brain Breaks are short activities, often only 1-3 minutes long, that help kids get ready to learn or refocus on the task at hand. They often involve physical activity and movement though relaxing activities can also boost mental brain power.  So in addition to encouraging your kids to participate in these fun breaks, join the kiddos and …