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Author Archives: Children's Literature Specialist
My 10-year-old told me he wanted the newest James Patterson book. I told him it was too grown-up for him, but he kept insisting that it was recommended by his teacher. Is that what they’re reading in 4th grade these days?
Actually, yes! James Patterson has written several series of books for young readers, both your son’s age and for teens. His latest series is called Middle School. The series has a Diary of a Wimpy Kid feel that appeals to … Continue reading
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My child has a tough time deciding what books he wants to read. Reading through dozens of book reviews is not an option!
Have you ever heard of book trailers? No, not movie trailers—same concept but for books! Of course movie trailers are just compelling composites of footage from the actual movie and books do not have any footage, so the creators must … Continue reading
What do Sesame Street and the Diary of a Wimpy Kid series have in common?
Other than being wildly popular with our young patrons, now through February 9, you can enter to win prizes at your local library branch for one of these two things! Each library has been given a copy of the Diary … Continue reading
My son has read all the Magic Tree House series, and I’m having a hard time getting him to read something a little more challenging. Can you make any suggestions?
There are many aspects he may have enjoyed about the Magic Tree House series – the action, suspense, and/or time-travel elements, etc. These elements can also be found in slightly more challenging material, too! If the adventure and history appealed to him, … Continue reading
From an 11 year-old library patron: I want stories about love!
Love in fiction is pretty easy to come by once you’re into the YA and Adult fiction, but what to do if you’re a younger reader? As an avid reader of juvenile fiction, it’s not so hard to find stories … Continue reading
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