Children’s Books Celebrating Frida Kahlo and Her Art
One of my favorite artists is Frida Kahlo. She was a Mexican painter known for her self-portraits and use of bright, vibrant colors. Frida Kahlo had a very difficult life. She suffered from polio as a child, and when she…
Upside-Down Magic
One of my favorite things about working in the Children’s department is being surrounded by so many amazing books. Unfortunately, I don’t always have time to read as much as I would like, especially when new books are coming out…
Inspirations: Isabel Quintero
We are featuring a new illustrator in an Inspirations kit, Isabel Quintero. Stop by the Children’s Services Desk and pick up a bag while supplies last. Each bag contains a pencil and an eraser shaped like a vehicle. You will…
Inspirations: Vashti Harrison
The latest author and illustrator to be featured in an Inspirations kit is Vashti Harrison! You can make a paper doll (based on her illustrations in the Little Leaders series) and two outfits for the doll to wear. You can…
Inspirations: S.D. Nelson
We are featuring a second author and illustrator in an Inspirations kit! Stop by the Children’s Services Desk and pick up a bag while supplies last. Our latest kit highlights S.D. Nelson. Each bag contains materials and instructions for galaxy…
New Inspirations Kit: Grace Lin
Pick up an Inspirations kit at the Children’s Services Desk! This is a new program where kids of all ages can get inspired and discover diverse authors and artists through hands-on activities. The first featured author and illustrator is Grace…
Three Simple Ways to Celebrate Mother’s Day
If you’re at all like me, you really appreciate your mom. Moms are always doing stuff for us, sacrificing so much to make our lives better. They often can be found taking care of everyone around them, even if those…
Review to Win: Mrs. C’s Book and Movie Review Challenge
Join Mrs. C’s Book and Movie Review Challenge to win prizes! Children in grades K through 5 can submit reviews through Monday, May 31 to receive a small prize. All participants will also be entered into a grand prize drawing,…
Josephine Baker: Activist, Entertainer and WWII Spy
When The Third Institute shared that this month’s Roots “shero” would be Josephine Baker, I was super excited! What a great way to celebrate Women’s History Month. This woman was AMAZING. I mean, #confidencegoals amazing. In addition to being a…
#OwnVoices Asian American & Pacific Islander Books to Share with Your Family
When I was a child, my mother brought my siblings and me to the library every week to borrow books. Our public library limited cardholders to seven checkouts, so my sister, brother and I would each select two books and…