I grew up in Michigan, not Chicago, where we didn’t have very many public transportation options, so I mostly got around by riding in (and later driving) cars. When I moved to Chicago, one of my favorite things to do very quickly became riding the CTA! I love that on the CTA, I’m surrounded by my neighbors from all over Chicago. Being stuck in your car…
Roller Coasting Through Summer
There's so many things about summer that I love, but one of my favorite things is getting to do all the outdoor activities that you simply can't do the rest of the year. As a kid in Michigan, that meant one thing: a trip to Cedar Point in Ohio to ride the roller coasters! I…
Rocks Rock!
They might not fly and roar like animals, or bloom flowers and fruit like plants, but when you take a minute to stop and appreciate their place in nature, it’s clear: rocks totally rock! Not convinced? Well, rocks have a superpower – they're amazing storytellers! The earth is over 4.5 billion years old, while humans haven't…
Election Day for Kids
In America, the first Tuesday after the first Monday in November is Election Day! That means that most people who are 18 years and older can go to a polling place and vote. We vote for all sorts of things, like for people to hold certain jobs, or for certain rules or changes to happen…
Chicago Pride Parade: Books for Kids
On the last Saturday in June, something big, exciting and rainbow-colored happens in Chicago: the Pride Parade! Lots of us know that June is Pride Month, a time to celebrate lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (and more) people extra loudly. Pride is a fun, colorful, festive month that can include all sorts of…
Happy Birthday, Jane Goodall!
Jane Goodall has changed the way many people think about protecting animals and their environment. Here are some great kids' books to learn more!
Kids, Make Your Voice Heard on Presidents’ Day!
Celebrate Presidents' Day by learning about the upcoming presidential election and how to get involved, even if you can't vote yet!
Kickin’ It at the Women’s World Cup
Eva shares kids' books to celebrate the 2023 FIFA Women's World Cup.
Birthday Bonanza
Summer is the perfect time to take a trip! Where would you like to go? The beach? The forest? How about all the way around the sun?
Library Books: Books Set in Libraries for Kids
Dive into these books all about libraries and the stories and people who make them one of our favorite places.
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