Richard Peck’s latest middle-grade fiction, THE BEST MAN (Sept. 20, 2016, Dial) is full of his trademark humor and intelligence and tackles 21st-century life in lieu of his usual historical fiction. He mentions cell phones, computers, and a printer that spews out hall passes whenever a certain teacher walks by. But it’s not only technology… Read more »
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Part 2-Author Interview With Christy Mihaly
The National Geographic Kids Junior Rangers Activity Book by Christy Mihaly and the U.S. National Parks Service 100th Anniversary were discussed here. Today, we’re enjoying some trivia and jokes. What’s your favorite activity, trivia, and JOKE in the book? Oooh, that’s a tough one. But I’ll give it a go: Activity: My favorite is an outdoor activity that’s… Read more »
Author Interview: Christy Mihaly and the U.S. National Parks
Did you know that 2016 is the 100th Anniversary of the U.S. National Park Service? Me, either. To help celebrate, National Geographic Kids is releasing a Junior Ranger Activity Book, by author Christy Mihaly. Tell us about the National Geographic Kids Junior Ranger Activity Book and who will enjoy reading it. How might families employ… Read more »
Librarian’s Corner Guest Post by Frances Lee Hall: Let the Summertime Reading Hoopla Begin!
Summertime awaits! And for many living with extreme weather conditions this past year, books and summer are a welcomed relief. Look up in the sky. Yes, that’s blue sky peeking through hazy clouds. Flip-flops become the standard, and cool drinks the rage. And these three books make perfect lazy-afternoon companions. In the fourth novel of… Read more »
Librarian’s Corner Guest Post: Megan Fink’s Fun Summer Reading Picks
For the youngest readers: I’m My Own Dog by David Ezra Stein, 978-0763661397 The little bulldog in this picture book tells a story of his independence until a human follows him home one day. David E. Stein spins a story full of humor and a twist on canine companionship from the dog’s perspective. With humorous… Read more »
Librarian’s Corner Guest Post: Melissa Buron’s Summer Read Picks!
It was 88 degrees today according to my car thermometer and it is only the beginning of May. The grass, wild flowers and neighborhood children are all growing like crazy. And to call my students squirmy would be an understatement. All signs point to a long, hot summer and I couldn’t be happier. Summer is… Read more »
Librarian’s Corner: Guest Frances Lee Hall Chats With Good Crooks Series Author Mary Amato
What’s the Hold Up? The Good, the Bad, and the Stinky We all know a life of crime doesn’t pay. But it sure can be funny! What happens when parents-gone-bad try to raise twins-gone-good? You get family heists and zany adventures, that’s what. We’re thrilled to welcome poet, playwright, and songwriter Mary Amato, author of… Read more »