More June Teen Reads: Conversations about Race & Racism, LGBTQIA+ Resources and More
Looking for something to read? Our teen services staff are here to help. Browse our handpicked collection of books perfect for teens. Visit Teen Reads to view our book lists curated just for you. There’s something for everyone here! Bolingbrook…
A Librarian’s Plea to Authors: Please Stop Killing Dogs in Your Books!
Recently, I was in the middle of a riveting book, a book so riveting that I ignored basic human needs in order to finish it. While nearing the end, something unforgivable happened. Something that changed my life forever. The dog…
What to Read After Watching “The Last Dance” on ESPN
Basketball is…that sport with the ball and they go back and forth, back and forth, back and forth, back and forth. As a kid who grew up in Illinois during the 90’s, I feel like I should be a bigger…
June Teen Reads: Thrillers, Music and More
Looking for something to read? Our teen services staff are here to help. Browse our handpicked collection of books perfect for teens. Visit Teen Reads to view our book lists curated just for you. There’s something for everyone here! This…
Mrs. C’s Virtual Book Talk: “Bob” by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass
Mrs. C is back with another book talk for kids. If you’re looking for a charming middle-grade novel about friendship and the power of imagination, Bob by Rebecca Stead and Wendy Mass is the book for you! Watch Mrs. C’s book…
Ramadan Books & Crafts for Kids and Families
Ramadan Mubarak to our neighbors! We’re sad we can’t be together this year to celebrate at our Ramadan READy program. So I looked through our digital collection to find stories and nonfiction you can access without leaving the house. You…
Book Recommendation: “A List of Cages” by Robin Roe
Book Information First Released: 2017 Part of a Series?: No, this is a standalone novel. Synopsis: “When Adam Blake lands the best elective ever in his senior year, serving as an aide to the school psychologist, he thinks he’s got…
Mrs. C’s Virtual Book Talk: “The One and Only Ivan” by Katherine Applegate
Mrs. C is back with another book talk to kids. If you’re looking for children’s literature that will make you laugh, cry and give you all the feels, check out The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. This book…
Dennis’ Book Talk: “Devil in the White City” by Erik Larson
Dennis from Outreach Services is excited to share with you his virtual book talk featuring Devil in the White City by Erik Larson. This book is perfect for local history buffs as it’s centered around the 1893 Chicago World’s Fair….
Mrs. C’s Virtual Book Talk: RBdigital EAudiobooks for Kids & Tweens
Parents, do you want your kids to read while social distancing? How about clean their room? Well here’s a life hack for both: have them clean while listening to eAudiobooks on RBdigital! Watch Mrs. C’s virtual book talk for recommended…