Pirates are an adventurous bunch that love treasures, ships and causing mischief. Talk Like a Pirate Day on September 19, is the perfect time to learn cool pirate facts and test your skills to see if you have what it takes to be a pirate. So 'urry up matey an' let's begin! Books Have you…
Out of This World Reads and Far Out Activities
Are you looking for a story that will transport you to another place and time? Then don't hesitate to jump on board with these eBooks and activities. You just may end up creating a robot to do your chores. In Sanity & Tallulah by Molly Brooks, an illegally created, three-headed kitten is running loose on…
Read Like a Dinosaur
There was a time, way in the past, when dinosaurs ruled the Earth. They filled the land and the air, spending their days roaring loudly at each other and devouring food with their pointy teeth. It would be amazing to go back to that time and see live dinosaurs, but since no one has invented…
5 Articles: Fidget Spinners for Kids and Parents
Fidget spinners are popping up everywhere. The trendy gadgets are marketed as fun for kids but also as the new stress ball for adults. Where did they come from? Can they really relieve stress, help people stay focused or even reduce the symptoms of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder? Or are they just a gimmick that drives parents…
St. Patrick’s Day Legends and Leprechauns for Kids
St. Patrick's Day celebrates Irish heritage, and we often see symbols like leprechauns, pots of gold, shamrocks and green clothing. Why not pick up one of these books for kids to read more about the holiday? You could start with the Irish legend of Fin M'Coul. In this tale, the giant Fin M'Coul and his wife, Oonagh, come…
Carve Out Time for Halloween Tales
It's my favorite time of year! Scary decorations are everywhere and everyone is picking out a costume to wear on Halloween night. Do you know what costume you are wearing? If not, maybe you can get an idea from one of these Halloween books! Get up from your seat and shake your bones with the…
Caught Reading: Uptown, August 2016
Every day I am out and about in Uptown, and lately everywhere I go I notice people reading. I have caught you reading at the bus stop, on park benches and even at the Little Free Libraries scattered throughout the neighborhood. Book lovers are certainly making their presence known in Uptown! You were thoughtfully selecting…
It’s Hot Air Balloon Day!
There are many ways to get from one place to another. Like me, you've probably traveled by bus, train, plane or car, but have you ever taken a ride in a hot air balloon? Hot air balloons have been around since the 1700's. Their name tells you how they work. As the air inside the…
Be Mine, Funny Valentine
Valentine's Day is right around the corner! It's the time of year for hearts, chocolate, flowers and love. While your chocolates might melt and your flowers may wilt, these sweet treats will be around for a very long time. When an ordinary boy realizes it's Valentine's Day, he turns into A Crankenstein Valentine! See all of the monstrous…
What Do You Know about Snow?
Have you ever wondered if all snowflakes are the same? Or if snow is actually white? Or is there anywhere in the United States that has never had snow? While we wait for our next snow storm, get ready for some snow adventures with these chilly reads. Find all the answers about snow in The Story of…
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