AboutStaff Pick: The Notorious Benedict Arnold by S. Sheinkin
Benedict Arnold is definitely America’s most infamous traitor. But, he was also one of Americas greatest military heroes without whom, America might never have achieved independence. How does a triumphant military leader become a traitor? Sheinkin examines how Arnolds recklessness, ambition, and arrogance combined to make a hero turn so quickly into a villain. Sheinkins [...]
After School Book Club Meets Again!
The After School Book Club for kids in grades 3 through 6 is picking up again! We have moved back to Fridays to suit the requests of the existing members, so our next meeting is Friday, February 24th at 3:30 p.m. in the Children’s Room. We are continuing to read The Westing Game by Ellen [...]
11 Birthdays by Wendy Maas
j/Maa This is the story of Amanda and Leo that are born on the same day at the Willow Falls Birthing Center. Their parents meet in front of the nursery window. On their first birthday, due to a mistake, both families book the same birthday room. They end up celebrating their first birthday together. They [...]
No Talking by Andrew Clements
j/Fic/Clements No Talking is a delightful book with a humorous premise and sprightly, delightful characters. Dave Packer is a member of an infamous fifth grade class at Laketon Elementary School in New Jersey. His entire class has been unusually rowdy since their kindergarten days. They are known as the Unshushables by their harried teachers and [...]
Savvy by Ingrid Law
j/Law/Newbery, jPb/5-7 For generations, the Beaumont family has harbored a magical secret. They each possess a savvy–a supernatural power they acquire at 13. As her big day approaches, Mibs excitedly anticipates what her particular magic might turn out to be, when the large and close-knot family receives the news that Poppa has been in a [...]
