CDPL Children's Department

New Young Adults!

2012-02-14T20:44:00.000-05:00

The Surge- After barely surviving a terrifying hurricane, Chase and his friends Nicole and Rashawn have made it to the safety of Nicole's family farm, which is also the winter home of the Rossi Brothers Circus, where flood waters are rising and dangerous circus animals are on the loose.

The Thin Executioner- In a nation of warriors where weakness is shunned and all crimes, no matter how minor, are punishable by beheading, young Jebel Rum, along with a slave who is fated to be sacrificed, sets forth on a quest to petition the Fire God for invincibility, but when the long and arduous journey is over, Jebel has learned much about fairness and the value of life.

Bad Island- Lyle, Karen, Janie, and Reese must find a way off an island while they dodge strange and dangerous things on the island.

Girls Don't Fly- Myra, a high school senior, will do almost anything to win a contest and earn money for a study trip to the Galapagos Islands, which would mean getting away from her demanding family life in Utah and ex-boyfriend Erik, but Erik is set on winning the same contest.

Sweet Venom- As monsters walk the streets of San Francisco, unseen by humans, three teenaged descendants of Medusa, the once-beautiful gorgon maligned in Greek mythology, must reunite and embrace their fates.

Shattered Souls- When a Texas high school student starts hearing voices, she assumes she is schizophrenic like her father, but instead she finds out that she is a "Speaker," who can communicate with the dead in order to help their troubled souls find resolution.

Without Tess- Fifteen-year-old Lizzie Cohen recalls what it was like growing up with her imaginative but disturbed older sister Tess, and how she is striving to reclaim her own life since Tess died.

The Thirteen Hallows- Armed only with a sword, young Sarah Miller must stay alive long enough to somehow stop a criminal mastermind from completing his apocalyptic plan.

Slawter- While on a horror movie set with his Uncle Dervish, Grubbs Grady realizes that his battle with the evil demon master Lord Loss may be about to resume.

Bec- As the demonic Fomorii ravage their land, Bec and her warrior companions leave the devastated area not only to answer a call for help but also to find information that will enable Bec to unlock the secrets of her past.

Blood Beast- When he begins experiencing alarming symptoms at the onset of the full moon, Grubbs Grady, who has so far escaped his family curse, fears that he is turning into a werewolf.

Stolen- Sixteen-year-old Gemma, a British city-dweller, is abducted while on vacation with her parents and taken to the Australian outback, where she soon realizes that escape attempts are futile, and in time she learns that her captor is not as despicable as she first believed.

The Fault In Our Stars- Sixteen-year-old Hazel, a stage IV thyroid cancer patient, has accepted her terminal diagnosis until a chance meeting with a boy at cancer support group forces her to reexamine her perspective on love, loss, and life.

Witchlanders- After the prediction of Ryder's mother, once a great prophet and powerful witch, comes true and their village is destroyed by a deadly assassin, Ryder embarks on a quest that takes him into the mountains in search of the destroyer.

Crossed- Seventeen-year-old Cassia sacrifices everything and heads to the Outer Provinces in search of Ky, where she is confronted with shocking revelations about Society and the promise of rebellion.

Thriller- This volume provides a collection of ghostly and mysterious stories.

The Apothecary- Follows a fourteen-year-old American girl whose life unexpectedly transforms when she moves to London in 1952 and gets swept up in a race to save the world from nuclear war.

New Fiction!

2012-02-11T12:00:00.000-05:00

The Whites of Their Eyes- With a key to the Oakes School in his possession Benjamin, his friend Jill, and a new friend continue to seek ways to protect the school and their town but Lyman, the janitor and a spy, has new tricks up his sleeve.

Eddie: The Lost Youth of Edgar Allan Poe- Edgar Poe, aided by the imp McCobber, has twenty-four hours to prove himself innocent of an act of mischief committed at the home of the judge who lives beside John Allan, foster father of the orphaned author-to-be.

Waiting for the Magic- When Papa goes away for a little while, his family tries to cope with the separation by adopting four dogs and a cat.

Down the Mysterly River- Top notch Boy Scout Max "the Wolf" cannot remember how he came to be in a strange forest, but soon he and three talking animals are on the run from the Blue Cutters, hunters who will alter the foursome's very essence if they can catch them.

A Very Babymouse Christmas- A spunky mouse with an active imagination is determined to get the latest electronic gadget for Christmas even if she has to outfox Santa himself to get it.

Star Wars, Feel the Force- "Discover the amazing power of the Force and the Jedi Knights who can control it!"--P. [4] of cover.

Ultimate Duels- Experience firsthand the great fights and duels your favorite Star Wars characters have experienced!

Calvin Coconut: Kung Fooey- Fourth-grader Cal learns a lot about teasing and standing up for others when a weird new student joins his class, while Stella, the tenth-grader who lives with Cal's family to help his mother, practices for her driving test.

Hide and Secret- When three Amish teenagers search for clues to a family mystery, the investigation strains their close friendship.

A Summer Secret- Thirteen-year-old Mary Beth Mullet and her twin brother, Johnny, discover that someone has been spending time in the old barn Mary Beth escapes to when she needs time to herself.

Legend of the White Wolf- It all began when Brian discovered a white wolf pup caught in a trap and set it free. Since then, Brian was convinced that he and the wolf were brothers. Stung by the disbelief of his family and friends, Brian sets out to confirm the story and ends up getting a lot more than he bargained for. It is bad enough that he is caught out in a snowstorm and attacked by a mountain lion, but when a group of lawless hunters begins killing off the wolf population, the situation reaches a critical point.

The Mousehunter- Captain Mousebeard is a feared mousehunting pirate. He seeks out the rarest and most precious breeds of mice to collect and trade. Emeline, a mousekeeper, wants the bounty her master puts on Mousebeard's head. So she heads off to adventure to capture the pirate.

Cats of the Clans- Rock, the keeper of the world beneath the world, tells about the most famous cats of the warriors Clans as well as the rogues, kittypets, and others, to three kits that have recently entered his realm.

The Strange Case of Origami Yoda- Sixth-grader Tommy and his friends describe their interactions with a paper finger puppet of Yoda, worn by their weird classmate Dwight, as they try to figure out whether or not the puppet can really predict the future. Includes instructions for making Origami Yoda.

The Medusa Plot- Cahills are being kidnapped by a shadowy group known only as the Vespers. Now Amy and Dan have only days to fulfill a bizarre ransom request or their captured friends will start dying. Amy and Dan don't know what the Vespers want or how to stop them. Only one thing is clear. The Vespers are playing to win, and if they get their hands on the Clues ... the world will be their next hostage.

A King's Ransom- Thirteen-year-old Dan Cahill and his older sister Amy race against time to find an ancient map that has not been seen for half a century and use it to redeem their family members who have been kidnapped by a sinister organization called the Vespers.

School Spirit- Like her mother, a professional medium, Kat has been able to see dead people since turning thirteen, and although they would prefer to be normal, Kat and her best friend come to terms with their own talents while helping free the spirit of a girl trapped at their middle school.

Troubletwisters- When their house mysteriously explodes and they are sent to live with an unknown relative named Grandma X, twelve-year-old twins Jaide and Jack Shield learn that they are troubletwisters, young Wardens just coming into their powers, who must protect humanity from The Evil trying to break into Earth's dimension.

New Beginner Books!

2012-02-11T10:27:00.003-05:00

Fancy Nancy Sees Stars- When a rainstorm prevents Nancy and her best friend, Robert, from getting to the planetarium the night of a class field trip, she has a brilliant idea for making things better.

Trucks Line Up- As soon as Jack Truck wakes up he gets the other trucks in line, but somehow he misses Pete.

A Team Stays Together- While the Dungy family is getting snacks at halftime during brother Eric's football game, Jordan gets separated from his parents and other siblings.

Marley, Farm Dog- When Marley's family visits Uncle Bob's farm, Marley tries to help with the chores by rounding up the chickens and herding the sheep, but he seems to just get in the way.

I Love Rainy Days!- Noodles the dog finds many ways to have fun when rain keeps him indoors all day.

Dinosaur Hunt- Max Spaniel considers himself a dinosaur hunter and finds all sorts of objects in his backyard as proof that they exist.

The Great Train Mystery- When Mr. Krabs gives SpongeBob the only key to the vault holding the Krabby Patty's secret recipe, SpongeBob and Patrick must keep it safe, until it is stolen by a passenger on their train.

The Bikini Bottom Bike Race- When Squidward sets off to compete in the Bikini Bottom Bike Race, SpongeBob and Patrick vow to help him win. But instead of helping him, their efforts force him into last place. Will Squidward ever shake SpongeBob and Patrick long enough to catch up?

Scooby-Doo and the Carnival Creep- A sinister spook is haunting the carnival. Mystery, Inc. has to catch the Creep before he spoils everyone's fun.

Braking Brewster- Brewster and Wilson use hopper cars to bring rocks down from the top of the mountain, but Brewster does not listen to Dunbar's warnings and drives dangerously fast down the mountain.

Wilson and the Ice Cream Fair- Wilson needs help delivering ice cream to the ice cream fair. Can Frostini help him out?

Tatooine Adventures- "Take a trip to the sandy planet of Tatooine and meet the people and strange creatures who live there!"--P. [4] of cover.

The Adventures of Han Solo- "Join heroic Han Solo as he makes great friends--and some powerful enemies!"--P. [4] of cover.

Boba Fett: Jedi Hunter- Boba Fett, a young bounty hunter, seeks to hunt and kill the Jedi Mace Windu, who had killed his father.

Don't Wake the Zillo Beast- Identifies many of the monsters in the Star Wars universe, including the Rishi eel, the four-armed gundark, and the Zillo beast.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Run the Race- Mr. Putter is convinced to run in a senior marathon with his neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, when he learns that second prize is a train set.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Spill the Beans- Although he would rather be sipping an ice cream soda, Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby attend a cooking class with Mrs. Teaberry and her dog Zeke, where they learn one hundred ways to cook beans.

Mr. Putter & Tabby Clear the Decks- To relieve the boredom of a long, hot summer, Mr. Putter and his cat Tabby join their fun-loving neighbor, Mrs. Teaberry, and her mischievous dog Zeke on an adventurous sightseeing boat cruise.

Teachers' Pets- Join Ariel, Belle, Tiana and the rest of the Disney princesses for some royal lessons!

Spider-Man versus Hydro-Man- When Hydro-Man tries to steal the city's water on the hottest day of the summer, Spider-Man swoops in to stop him.

Training Day- Hunt for the Decepticons- Optimus Prime and the Autobots learn the evil Decepticons are behind a series of seemingly natural disasters.

Dixie- Dixie the puppy plays with Emma every day after school until Emma starts memorizing her lines for the school play.

Biscuit and the Lost Teddy Bear- Biscuit helps reunite a lost teddy bear with its owner.

Escape from the Phantom Zone- When General Zod and his followers break free from the Phantom Zone and seek their revenge, it is up to Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman to stop the criminals before it is too late.

Superman Versus Mongul- Alien super-villain Mongul is on a mission to take over planet Earth. Can Superman defeat this madman without destroying Metropolis in the process?

Flynn Saves the Day- When Thomas and Percy smell smoke, they know there's one engine who can help. Can Flynn race to the rescue in time?

Trouble in the Tunnel- Thomas gets lost on an island and receives help from three new friends.

Animals Everywhere- "The circus is in town! But when the animals get loose, the town is a circus. Can Thomas help round the animals up?"--P. [4] of cover.

2012-02-09T20:43:00.000-05:00

A Christmas Tree for Pyn

by Olivier Dunrea

Papa says, "No Christmas tree."
But Pyn is determined. Read to
find out the happy ending.

2012-02-09T20:38:00.000-05:00

The Day Roy Riegels Ran
         the Wrong Way

      by Dan Gutman

He picks up the fumble!
He's sprinting down the field!
He's almost at the goal line!
He's.....
       running the wrong way!!

2012-02-09T20:30:00.002-05:00

    I Want My Hat Back

                       by Jon Klassen

A bear has lost his hat. What if
         he never sees it again?

                              Wait!!

           (Quick!! Get this book!!!)

2012-02-09T20:25:00.000-05:00

George Flies South

by Simon James

George isn't ready to learn to fly!
He doesn't want to leave his nest!
He doesn't want to fly South!
But he may not have a choice.

2012-02-09T20:21:00.000-05:00

The Sniffles for Bear

written by Bonny Becker

He's sure no one has ever been as sick
as he is and he won't let Mouse cheer him up!

2012-02-09T20:17:00.000-05:00

Song of the Stars
A Christmas Story

by Sally Lloyd-Jones

A joyous retelling of
the Christmas story.

2012-02-09T20:12:00.002-05:00

THE ARTIST WHO PAINTED
            A BLUE HORSE

                           by Eric Carle

"I am an artist and I paint"
     --------my own ideas!!

2012-02-09T20:03:00.000-05:00

Captain Buckleboots
                   on the
        Naughty Step

         by Mark Sperring

    "This is Sam and this is
         the naughty step..."

Yes, you read that correctly;
it is not a typo. Find out more.

2012-02-09T19:57:00.000-05:00

Fun Dog, Sun Dog

story by Deborah Heiligman

Although Tinka, the dog, can be described
in many ways, she is always the right kind
of canine for her owner.

2012-02-09T19:52:00.001-05:00

Cloudy With a Chance
       of Meatballs 2

                   by Judi Barrett

         Remember the book and the movie
            with a similar title? Here's is the
                   Y-U-M-M-Y sequel.
           Get ready for more tasty reading!

2012-02-09T19:51:00.000-05:00

BEAR'S BIRTHDAY

by Stella Blackstone

A birthday party story that's
full of fun and surprises.

2012-02-09T19:50:00.001-05:00

       Tinker Bell
                    and the
        Great Fairy Rescue

          a Disney Fairies Book

Tinker Bell has been captured!!!
     Read to find out who did it.
          Will she be rescued?

2012-02-09T19:50:00.000-05:00

            Where, Oh Where
                    Is
            Santa Claus?

             Written by Lisa Wheeler

       All the animals at the North Pole
       are on a rhyming mission to rescue
       Santa Claus!!

2012-02-09T19:49:00.000-05:00

Me and My Dragon

   by David Biedrzycki

          Some kids want a dog.
         Others would like a cat.
I want.......A DRAGON.

picture books

2012-02-09T19:48:00.000-05:00

The Grandpa Book

by Todd Parker

Grandpas are really special! Read this
book to find out the many different things
grandpas can do.

CDPL Children's Department: Crawfordsville District Public Library

2012-02-09T19:27:00.000-05:00

CDPL Children's Department: Crawfordsville District Public Library: Crawfordsville District Public Library

Crawfordsville District Public Library

2012-02-09T18:45:00.000-05:00

Crawfordsville District Public Library

Dr. Seuss Week at the Library!

2012-02-09T11:00:00.000-05:00

New Non-Fiction for Kids

2012-02-08T17:03:00.001-05:00

Veterans Day -Presents a brief description of Veteran's Day, when it began and why it is celebrated each year.

Cats, Dogs, Hamsters and Horses -Presents facts about the physical characteristics and behavior of cats, dogs, hamsters, and horses.

Curious Creatures Down Under -Identifies some of the animals that live in on the Australian subcontinent, including koalas, kangaroos, and echidnas, describes some of their unique characteristics, and explains how God made each animal special.

Polar Pals - Identifies some of the animals that live in the Arctic regions of the Earth, including penguins, polar bears, and Arctic foxes, describes some of their unique characteristics, and explains how God made each animal special.

Barnyard Critters - Identifies some of the animals that live on a farm, including cows, goats, and pigs, explains the different ways they are useful on the farm, and describes how God made each animal special.

Jungle Beasts - Identifies some of the animals that live in the jungle, including anteaters, elephants, and iguanas, describes some of their unique characteristics, and explains how God made each animal special.

Up In the Clouds - Different kinds of clouds and their functions are described in rhyming verse.

The Moon - Explains the phases of the moon, describes its surface, and discusses what causes the moon to be seen in daylight.

The Stars - Introduces star classes, examines the life cycle of a star, and discusses the animals and heroes that make up the clusters called constellations.

The Sun -Introduces the sun, discusses how ancient people worshiped it, and describes an eclipse.

First Big Book of Dinosaurs - This book provides pictures and brief facts about a variety of different kinds of dinosaurs.

The Fabulous Flying Machines of Aberto Santos-Dumont -A biography of the Brazilian aviation pioneer, now, mostly forgotten, who piloted the first self-propelled aircraft.

The Case of the Vanishing Golden Frogs - Looks at the Panamanian golden frog, the national symbol of Panama, which has been vanishing due to a fungus infection, and follows a team of scientists working to save these frogs and protect frog populations worldwide.

Heaven is for Real for Kids - Shares Colton's experience in heaven, answers other children's questions about it, and provides a guide for parents to talk to their children about heaven.

Balloons Over Broadway - Award-winning artist Sweet tells the story of the puppeteer Tony Sarg, capturing his genius, his dedication, his zest for play, and his long-lasting gift to America--the inspired helium balloons that would become the trademark of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

New Books on CD!

2012-01-12T10:01:00.000-05:00

Ruth and the Green Book - When Ruth and her parents take a motor trip from Chicago to Alabama to visit her grandma, they rely on a pamphlet called "The Negro Motorist Green Book" to find places that will serve them. Includes facts about "The Green Book."

Bless This Mouse - Mouse Mistress Hildegarde musters all her ingenuity to keep a large colony of church mice safe from the exterminator and to see that they make it through the dangerous Blessing of the Animals.

Good-bye, Havana! Hola, New York!- When Fidel Castro's government takes over their restaurant in 1960, six-year-old Gabriella and her parents move from Cuba to New York City.

Ms. Hannah is Banans! - .J. and his friends in the second grade learn that art can be made out of anything, even garbage.

The Bippolo Seed and Other Lost Stories - Seven Dr. Seuss stories first published in magazines between 1950 and 1951.

Otis and the Tornado - When a tornado threatens his farm, Otis the tractor must try to save the animals, including an unfriendly bull.

Marty McGuire - When tomboy Marty is cast as the princess in the third-grade play, she learns about improvisation, which helps her become more adaptable.

George Brown Class Clown - As the students at his school prepare for a talent show and class presentations about Hawaii, fourth-grader George tries hard to behave but his magic super burps keep getting him in trouble.

Ivy and Bean No News is Good News - Ivy and Bean try to make money by writing a newspaper about Pancake Court but the neighbors are not pleased to read about themselves.

Rrralph -The narrator describes discovering how Ralph the dog can talk, appropriately saying words such as "roof," "rough," "bark," and "wolf."

Theodore Boone Kid Lawyer -With two attorneys for parents, thirteen-year-old Theodore Boone knows more about the law than most lawyers do. But when a high profile murder trial comes to his small town and Theo gets pulled into it, it's up to this amateur attorney to save the day.

Mouse and Mole a Perfect Halloween - As Halloween approaches, Mouse helps her friend Mole get over his fear and enjoy the holiday.

Masters of Disaster -Twelve-year-old Henry's grand adventures spell disaster for best chums Riley and Reed, who always seems to land in a pile of "smelly goo".

Me...Jane -Holding her stuffed toy chimpanzee, young Jane Goodall observes nature, reads Tarzan books, and dreams of living in Africa and helping animals. Includes biographical information on the prominent zoologist.

Frankly, Frannie - Doggy Day Care -Frannie must rethink her dream of becoming a veterinarian after she and Elliott, her future assistant, cause chaos by letting her Aunt Magoo's dog, Bark, loose in a veterinarian's waiting room.

2012-01-11T16:33:00.000-05:00

Professor Dr. Greta Binford stopped by our library to say hi and to sign the book Silk and Venom. The book was written by Kathryn Lasky about Greta and spiders. Stop in at your library to check it out!

Football Frenzy for Boys! January 31st

2011-12-29T09:20:00.000-05:00

Story Time Resumes January 16th

2011-12-22T11:33:00.000-05:00

Karen Land and Borage! Iditarod Racing Team!

2011-12-22T11:25:00.000-05:00

Winter Reading Program

2011-12-22T11:12:00.004-05:00

Winter Reading Program

New Non-Fiction Books Ready to be Checked Out

2011-12-17T11:20:00.000-05:00

Two new classics retold by Roberto Piumini:
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
The Three Little Pigs

Four new books about the NEW food pyramid:
The Fantastic Fruit Group by Marcie Aboff
The Great Grains Group by Marcie Aboff
The Incredible Vegetable Group by Marcie Aboff
The Powerful Protein Group by Sally Lee

Eight new books about an animal and their babies:
Bears and Their Cubs by Linda Tagliaferro
Cows and Their Calves by Margaret Hall
Dogs and Their Puppies by Linda Tagliaferro
Ducks and Their Ducklings by Margaret Hall
Elephants and Their Calves by Margaret Hall
Penguins and Their Chicks by Margaret Hall
Robins and Their Chicks by Linda Tagliaferro
Tigers and Their Cubs by Margaret Hall

Three new "Look Inside" books by Mari Schuh:
Look Inside a Log Cabin
Look Inside a Pyramid
Look Inside a Tepee

Two new books about occupations:
If I Were a Firefighter by Thomas Kingsley Troupe
If I Were a Veterinarian by Shelly Lyons

Three new "Truth and Rumors" books:
Pirates by Sean Stewart Price
Titanic by Michael Burgan
U. S. Presidents by Sean Stewart Price

Two new "Explore and Draw" books by Ann Becker:
Dinosaurs
Monster Trucks

Three new books about the military:
Airmen of the U. S. Airforce by Lisa M. Bolt Simons
Marines of the U. S. Marine Corps by Jennifer Reed
Sailors of the U. S. Navy by Jennifer Reed

Five new books about space:
Astronauts Working in Space by Angela Royston
The First Moon Landing by Steve Kortenkamp
Space Shuttles by Steve Kortenkamp
Space Stations by Steve Kortenkamp
Space Tourism by Steve Kortenkamp

Two new "Kids' Guide to" books:
Military Vehicles by Lisa M. Bolt Simons
Robots by Barbara J. Davis

Two new "Why, Why, Why" books:
Why, Why, Why do Astronauts Float in Space?
Why, Why, Why do Pirates Bury Their Treasure?

Three new "Spot-It Challenges" books:
Animals Everywhere by Sarah L. Schuette
Mean Machines by Jennifer L. Marks
School Times by Jennifer L. Marks

Misc. books:
If the World Were a Village: A Book About the World's People by David J. Smith

Veteran's Day by Julie Murray

The Sesame Street Dictionary by Linda Hayward

How the Dinosaur Got to the Museum by Jessie Hartland

The Lego Ideas Book: Unlock Your Imagination byDaniel Lipkowitz

New Chapter Books Ready to Check Out

2011-12-17T09:59:00.001-05:00

Floors by Patrick Carman
Leo is the janitor's son at the Whippet Hotel. Now this is no ordinary hotel - it has wacky designs and wacky secrets on each floor. One day there are 4 cryptic boxes left for Leo. That's when Leo takes the ride of his life and realizes that the future of Whippet Hotel depends on him.

The Forgotten Warrior by Erin Hunter
This is volume 5 in the series - Omen of the Stars.

Fourth-Grade Fuss by Johanna Hurwitz
Yard sales, ice-skating, and surprise parties are what makes fourth grade fun. But Julio and his friends know it's time to get serious about the statewide end-of-the-year test. They do all kinds of things to make sure they pass (like wearing their underwear inside out). Will they pass?

Cabin Fever by Jeff Kinney
This the next book in the series Diary of a Wimpy Kid.

The Dog Rules by Coco La Rue
Poor Monty is an energetic pup who gets into trouble all the time. His house has lots of rules and he has trouble following them!

Secrets at Sea by Richard Peck
Helena is a big-sister mouse to 3 younger siblings living in a nice place and feeling safe and sound with their human family. When the human family decides to sail away to England, the mice stow away with them. Then the adventure begins. Will the mice squeak by, or will they go overboard?

Storm Runners by Roland Smith
Chase and his father are storm runners. They race across the country to anywhere bad weather strikes. Chase is learning a lot on the road. But when the hurricane of the century hits, he will be tested in ways he never could have imagined.

New Books to enjoy during break!

2011-12-16T13:57:00.000-05:00

Purplicious - When her classmates make fun of her for still liking the color pink, a little girl feels all alone, but then a friend shows her the power of pink.

The Cafeteria Lady from the Black Lagoon -Humorous story about the new cafeteria lady, Wanda Belch, who is rumored to drive a garbage truck to school.

The Principal from the Black Lagoon - On the third day of school, a young boy is sent to the principal's office and thinks about all the horrifying rumors he has heard about her.

Fancy Nancy Pajama Day -Nancy, who likes to use fancy words, is excited to wear her elegant nightgown for Pajama Day at school, until her best friend Bree and her classmate Clara impress everyone by wearing matching pink polka-dot pajamas.

Fancy Nancy Halloween or Bust!- No one knows Fancy like Nancy ... and no one knows Halloween like Nancy!

Dogs Don't Brush their Teeth! - Fifteen different dogs show what they can do, and what they can't do.

Fancy Nancy and the Late, Late Late Night - When Nancy's neighbor lends her a scrapbook of celebrity autographs, Nancy wants to stay up late and read it, but learns that a late night causes her to be tired all day at school.

Goldilicious -A little girl and her brother play with her imaginary gold-horned unicorn that can float on water, fly, and turn herself into a fairy princess.

Fancy Nancy and the Delectable Cupcakes - Nancy's failure to pay attention gets her into trouble when she bakes cupcakes for the school bake sale.

Dog Loves Books - Dog loves books so much that he decides to open a book store.

Silverlicious - When Pinkalicious loses her sweet tooth she turns to the Tooth Fairy for help.

Pinkalicious School Rules! - When Pinkalicious brings her imaginary unicorn, Goldie, to school and teaches him the rules, he helps her and the other students to become better friends.

Pinkalicious Pinkie Promise - After Pinkalicious uses all of Alison's pink paint in class, she wonders how she can repay her best friend.

If You Give a Dog a Donut -Chaos might ensue if you were to give a dog a donut.

Pirate Boy - As Colin imagines himself in a series of adventures beginning with joining a pirate crew, his mother assures him that she will always be there to help if he needs her.

Dinosaurs Don't, Dinosaurs Do - An easy-to-read text and engaging, funny dinosaurs introduce young children to good manners, the benefits of being considerate to others, and the secret to making friends.

Pinkalicious Pink around the Rink -Pinkalicious's new ice skates are plain white, so before she takes them out on the ice she decides to color them with her cotton candy pink magic marker.

Pinkalicious The Pinkerrific Playmate -Pinkalicious is excited for her new friend Rose to come over and play, but after a day of making friendship bracelets, baking cookies, and playing in the tree house, the girls are not ready for their fun to end.

Polar Express party for boys only!

2011-12-05T13:33:00.003-05:00

Please call to reserve your spot! 765-362-2242 ext115 - This event is full, you will be placed on a waiting list when you call.

Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas!

2011-12-05T13:28:00.004-05:00

Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas! OOooh la la! Please join us for a magnificent, joyous, sparkly Christmas time! Select your time slot and call to reserve your spot! 765-362-2242 ex115

New J Fiction on CD

2011-11-22T18:00:00.000-05:00

All The Lovely Bad Ones- Travis and his sister, Corey, can't resist a good trick. When they learn that their grandmother's quiet Vermont inn, where they're spending the summer, has a history of ghost sightings, they decide to do a little 'haunting' of their own. But their supernatural pranks awaken something dangerous, something that should have stayed asleep.

Small As An Elephant- Abandoned by his mother in an Acadia National Park campground, Jack tries to make his way back to Boston before anyone figures out what is going on, with only a small toy elephant for company.

Tale of Two Castles - Twelve-year-old Elodie journeys to Two Castles in hopes of studying acting but instead becomes apprentice to a dragon, who teaches her to be observant and use reasoning, thus helping her to uncover who is poisoning the king.

Aliens on Vacation

-Scrub isn't happy about having to spend the summer with his hippie grandmother in "Middle of nowhere," Washington. When he arrives at her Intergalactic bed & breakfast, he's not surprised by its 1960's-meets-Star-wars decor, but he is surprised by the weird-looking guests. It turns out that each room in the inn is a portal and his grandma is the gate keeper, allowing aliens to vacation on Earth. She desperately needs Scrub's help with disguising the tourists as humans. As if that weren't difficult enough, the town sheriff is already suspicious of Granny. One wrong move and Scrub could blow Grandma's cover, forcing the B&B to shut down forever. And when it comes to aliens, every move seems very wrong.

The First Day of School Forever! - Everything goes wrong for eleven-year-old Artie on his first day at Ardmore Middle School, from the moment his alarm goes off until the next morning, when everything is repeated exactly the same way.

New Non-Fiction!

2011-11-16T20:45:00.000-05:00

Stupendous Sports Stadiums- Describes the most stupendous sports stadiums in the world and compares their various features.

Space Tourism- The final frontier is no longer the exclusive domain of professional astronauts. More and more, ordinary tourists are venturing into the great beyond. Written in a clear, kid-friendly style and accentuated with fun, detailed illustrations, Space Tourism gives readers an exciting overview of this burgeoning industry. To add context, there are simple explanations of the science behind space travel (such as a super description of how rockets work) and even direct quotes from space-tourism experts, who share realworld experiences and introduce easy experiments and activities (such as building a "gravity simulator" with cardboard and string). Kids will love learning about the latest innovations and will find their imaginations ignited by future possibilities -- such as an Earth-space elevator (not as far-fetched as it sounds) and a space station replete with grassy valleys, streams and trees.

About Hummingbirds- Covers basic facts about hummingbird life and some of the different species of hummingbirds.

America Is Under Attack: September 11, 2001: The Day The Towers Fell- Narrates the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, from the plane hijackings to the collapse of the World Trade Center.

Coral Reefs- During an ordinary visit to the library, a girl pulls a not-so-ordinary book from the shelves. As she turns the pages in this book about coral reefs, the city around her slips away and she finds herself surrounded by the coral cities of the sea and the mysterious plants and animals that live, hunt, and hide there.

Orani: My Father's Village- Children's book author Claire A. Nivola explores the village of Orani, the tiny hamlet in the mountains of central Sardinia where her father lived before moving to New York during World War II.

Drawing From Memory-Caldecott Medalist Allen Say presents a stunning graphic novel chronicling his journey as an artist during WWII, when he apprenticed under Noro Shinpei, Japan's premier cartoonist. Drawing from memory is Allen Say's own story of his path to becoming the renowned artist he is today. Shunned by his father, who didn't understand his son's artistic leanings, Allen was embraced by Noro Shinpei, Japan's leading cartoonist and the man he came to love as his "spiritual father." As WWII raged, Allen was further inspired to consider questions of his own heritage and the motivations of those around him. He worked hard in rigorous drawing classes, studied, trained--and ultimately came to understand who he really is. Part memoir, part graphic novel, part narrative history, DRAWING FROM MEMORY presents a complex look at the real-life relationship between a mentor and his student. With watercolor paintings, original cartoons, vintage photographs, and maps, Allen Say has created a book that will inspire the artist in all of us

Dinosaur Discovery- Uses hands-on activities to present information about dinosaurs and to show how paleontologists study the prehistoric creatures.

Jim Henson: The Guy Who Played With Puppets- Chronicles the life of Jim Henson, describing how he pushed the boundaries of entertainment and brought the art of puppets to a new level with the creation of his Muppets.

The House Baba Built- In Ed Young's childhood home in Shanghai, all was not as it seemed: a rocking chair became a horse; a roof became a roller rink; an empty swimming pool became a place for riding scooters and bikes. The house his father built transformed as needed into a place to play hide-and-seek, to eat bamboo shoots, and to be safe. For outside the home's walls, China was at war. Soon the house held not only Ed and his four siblings but also friends, relatives, and even strangers who became family. The war grew closer, and Ed watched as planes flew overhead and friends joined the Chinese air force. But through it all, Ed's childhood remained full of joy and imagination.

New Fiction Books!

2011-11-16T20:02:00.001-05:00

8 Class Pets+ 1 Squirrel Divided by 1 dog = Chaos- A dog chases a squirrel into an elementary school one night, creating monumental chaos.

When the Lights Go Out- When his family is relocated to an army base in the middle of nowhere, Peyton Aldrich and his friends Gill and Dave decide to ready themselves for combat, and discover a dangerous terrorist plot involving a secret military weapon.

North Woods Poachers- On an annual fishing trip in Canada, two cousins, Andy and CJ, discover two identical float-planes on the lake, and suspect they are owned by poachers smuggling turtles out of the area illegally.

Monsters and Mischief- Can you crack the case with six clues or less? Welcome back to Moon Hollow, where mystery lurks around every corner--and four kids have come together to solve crimes and puzzles big and small. When a monster is sighted in the woods surrounding Moon Hollow, Viola, Sylvester, Rosie, and Woodrow know they're in for their creepiest case yet. But it's just one of fourteen mysteries competing for their attention. They'll have to uncover the truth in six clues or less--and readers are invited to guess alongside them each step of the way.

My Teacher Is An Alien- Uneasy about her new substitute teacher, Susan Simmons' suspicions about Mr. Smith are confirmed when she discovers he is an alien determined to bring some sixth-grade specimens back to his planet.

The Son of Neptune- Demigod Percy Jackson, still with no memory, and his new friends from Camp Jupiter, Hazel and Frank, go on a quest to free Death, but their bigger task is to unite the Greek and Roman camps so that the Prophecy of Seven can be fulfilled.

Emmy and the Rats in the Belfry- Ten-year-old Emmy and her rodent friends must fend off the evil former nanny, Miss Barmy, as they search for Ratty's missing mother.

Crown of Earth- Fifteen-year-old Prince Ederan and fourteen-year-olds Arisa and Weasel finally realize the true meaning and value of the symbols of power in Deorthas when the Falcon demands the sword and shield in exchange for Weasel's life.

Bake Sale- Cupcake runs a successful bakery with his best friend, Eggplant, but dreams of going abroad to meet his idol, Turkish Delight, who is the most famous pastry chef in the world.

The Conductor- Pairing two seemingly disparate elements - an orchestra conductor and a grove of trees - illustrations appear to take flight before our eyes as the conductor prompts the leaves to rustle, then whirl, then swirl to unexpected life with each turn of the page.

Bad Kitty Meets the Baby- Bad Kitty is not pleased when a baby joins her family. Includes fun facts and tips for training a cat to perform tricks.

Pride and Prejudice- At the turn of eighteenth-century England, spirited Elizabeth Bennet copes with the suit of the snobbish Mr. Darcy while trying to sort out the romantic entanglements of two of her sisters, sweet and beautiful Jane and scatterbrained Lydia.

Lucky For Good- The residents of Hard Pan, California, come together to help Brigitte and Lucky when the County Health Department threatens to close down the café, and meantime Miles's life is complicated by his mother's return.

Goal Line-When identical twin brothers Ronde and Tiki Barber grow at different rates the summer before their last year at Hidden Valley Junior High, their relationship both on and off the football field changes.

Mason Dixon: Pet Disasters- Nine-year-old Mason's parents keep trying to get him a pet, but until he and his best friend Brody adopt a three-legged dog, he is not interested.

Hound Dog True- Mattie, a shy fifth-grader, wants to hide out at her new school by acting as apprentice to her Uncle Potluck, the custodian, but her plan falls apart when she summons the courage to speak about what matters most and finds a true friend.

Mimi- Mimi is determined not to give up on anyone or anything, but since Mammy died, her father never smiles, her sister Sally is in a bad mood, brother Conor keeps to himself, and even Sparkler the dog does not want to go for walks.

The Blackhope Enigma- Fourteeen-year-old Sunni, her stepbrother Dean, and an art-student friend trace the footsteps of a labyrinth built in Blackhope Tower by a mysterious and brilliant sixteenth-century artist, and suddenly find themselves trapped inside his enchanted painting, trying desperately to get out.

New Picture Books!

2011-11-16T18:42:00.000-05:00

Fancy Nancy and the Mean Girl- Feeling bad about last year's Field Day, in which her slow running cost the relay team a victory, Nancy, who enjoys using fancy words, finds herself facing another Field Day and another relay race with a mean classmate.

Fancy Nancy: Spectacular Spectacles-When Nancy's friend Bree gets some glittery glasses to help her see better, Nancy, who likes to be fancy, wants to wear glasses too. Includes a glossary of fancy words.

The Teacher From the Black Lagoon- On the first day of school, a young boy expects only the worst when he discovers that his new teacher is the "monstrous" Mrs. Green.

The Substitute Teacher From the Black Lagoon- An elementary school class must contend with a substitute teacher that seems like the monster Frankenstein.

The Librarian From the Black Lagoon- Mrs. Beamster the school librarian is known by all the kids as "The Laminator" because she is said to laminate anyone who is caught whispering.

Pinkalicious and the Pink Drink- One hot summer day, Pinkalicious gets an idea that is simply pinkerrific-a pink lemonade stand! But before Pinkalicious can start selling her lemonade, she has to figure out how to make it. Pink grapefruit, pink watermelon, and pink frosting-if it's pink, it's the perfect ingredient.

Pinkalicious and the Pink Pumpkin- When her mother tells her they are going to Mr. Pink's pumpkin patch, Pinkalicious searches for a pink pumpkin.

The Money We'll Save- In nineteenth-century New York City, when Pa brings home a young turkey in hopes of saving money on their Christmas dinner, his family faces all sorts of trouble--and expense--in their tiny apartment.

Blue Chicken- An enterprising chicken attempts to help an artist paint the barnyard and accidentally turns the whole picture blue.

Home For Christmas- Rollo the troll is tired of chores, but after spending time on the tundra with various animal families, from owls to moose, he realizes that he wants to be home for Christmas even if that means behaving himself.

The Princess and the Pig- When a new baby princess accidentally changes places with a piglet, both of their lives are forever changed.

You Will Be My Friend- Lucy, a young bear, starts her day determined to make a new friend but her enthusiasm leads to all sorts of problems until, just as she is about to give up, an unexpected friend finds her.

The Twins' Blanket- Two twin girls, who have always shared everything, sleep in separate beds with their own blankets for the first time.

Grandpa Green- A child explores the ordinary life of his extraordinary great-grandfather, as expressed in his topiary garden.

Boy Wonders- A young boy's questions lead to more and more questions, but there do not seem to be any answers.

I Will Come Back For You- A grandmother tells her granddaughter the story of the charm bracelet that represent her own childhood experiences while she and her family tried to evade the Nazis in Italy during World War II.

Breakfast with Santa!

2011-11-12T10:22:00.006-05:00

Come have Breakfast with Santa! December 10, 2011(this is now full, you will be placed on a waiting list when you call.)

362-2242 ext.115

Christmas Bingo!

2011-11-12T10:22:00.004-05:00

Come play Christmas Bingo at the Crawfordsville District Public Library! December 13, 2011 at 6:45 pm!

Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest

2011-10-14T12:01:00.001-04:00

Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest
Come in Friday or Saturday (Oct 14-15) to vote for your favorite!

A New Chapter Book

2011-10-14T10:44:00.000-04:00

Eight Keys by Suzanne Lafleur
Nothing has been the same since Elise started middle school. Then she discovers a key with her name it that her father left to her before he died. Will it open one of the eight doors in the barn? What adventure will be behind the door?

New Non-Fiction Titles

2011-10-14T10:39:00.001-04:00

Easy to read nature with great pictures:
     What's in a Shell? by Tracy Nelson Maurer
     What's in a Log? by Tracy Nelson Maurer
     What's in a Cave? by Tracy Nelson Maurer

Easy to read sports with great pictures:
     Baseball by Holly Karapetkova
     Basketball by Tracy Nelson Maurer
     Dance by Holly Karapetkova
     Soccer by Holly Karapetkova

New poetry book:
     Every Thing On It by Shel Silverstein

New bug book:
     Bug Shots The Good, The Bad, and the Bugly by Alexandra Siy and Dennis Kunkel

New Non-Fiction!!

2011-10-11T17:54:00.001-04:00

Looking at Life Cycles: Cat- An introduction to the life cycle of a cat, including pregnancy, giving birth, growing up, and becoming an adult.

Cats- A simple introduction to the physical characteristics of cats.

Bugs- Introduces the world of insects, describing their common physical characteristics and behavior, including information on spiders, butterflies, snails, flies, and ladybugs.

The White House- This book tells about the building in Washington, D.C. that has been the home of U.S. presidents for more than 200 years, including its history, a tour of the rooms, and information about who works there.

The United States Capitol- Describes the U.S. Capitol building in Washington, D.C., including its history.

The Statue of Liberty- This book provides a history of the Statue of Liberty and describes its importance to immigrants who passed by on their way to Ellis Island.

Lobsters, Crabs, and other Crustaceans- Introduces the reader to one of the most fascinating group of animals, from the lobsters and crabs of the ocean to the household woodlouse.

Top Ten Dogs For Kids- Provides facts on the top ten dog breeds for kids and how to care for them.

Robots In Space- Discusses how robots are used to explore planets and other bodies in space, advances in space robotics, and what we can learn from the data these robots gather.

Small Mammals- Describes several small mammals and where they live.

Meet the Colts- An introductory look at the Indianapolis Colts football team. Includes a brief history, facts, photos, records, glossary, and fun activities.

Indianapolis Colts- Provides an overview of the history of the Indianapolis Colts football team, highlighting popular players, influential coaches, winning and losing seasons, and key moments that shaped the team and the NFL.

Monster Trucks- Describes the first monster trucks, how monster trucks are built, and their performances in shows.

The Planets of our Solar System- Describes the eight planets in our solar system, including the birth of the solar system and the planets' orbits around the Sun.

Mount Rushmore- Relates how the Mount Rushmore National Memorial ceived, designed, and created. Includes biographical information about the four presidents represented on the monument.

The Legend of Johnny Appleseed- Little Johnny Appleseed had a big heart, and even bigger dreams. The young boy hoped to one day spread his love of apples by planting apple seeds across the entire country. That way, the apples can feed the hungry, and everyone can enjoy the beautiful trees. So, one day, Johnny sets out to do just that! His adventures bring him face to face with an injured wolf, a giant catfish, the Bigfoot, and much more in this tall tale of a true American legend.

Help Me Learn Numbers 0-20- Colorful photos of rabbits, chicks, cars, fish, dogs, cookies, and other fun objects, a rhyming text, and a fun game all help children learn numbers and number value.

NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe- A reference guide to the stars, galaxies, and planets that are visible in the night sky from North America and the Southern hemisphere. Includes star charts, diagrams, and photographs.

Franklin and Winston: A Christmas That Changed the World- At the height of World War II, only a few days after the attack on Pearl Harbor, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt and Prime Minister Winston Churchill began an extraordinary visit, during which they made plans that would lead to the success of the Allied powers as well as to a continuing peace after the war ended.

The Elephant Scientist- Journey to the Namibian desert with Caitlin O'Connell, an American scientist, and witness one of nature's largest , most complex, and most intelligent mammals living today on this earth.

The Bald Eagle- Describes the history behind the symbol chosen to be significant by the people of the United States.

An Astronaut Cookbook- Provides instructions and close-up step photos for making a variety of simple snacks and drinks with an astronaut theme.

Indy Cars- Describes how Indy cars evolved into the highly advanced cars they are today, as well as how teams prepare their cars for races and how races are run.

2011-10-06T20:52:00.000-04:00

The Bravest Woman in America
by Marissa Moss

This story is based on the life of Ida Lewis, the
most famous lighthouse keeper in America. It
celebrates brave girls everywhere!

2011-10-06T20:46:00.000-04:00

                time to SLEEP

         by Steve Jenkins and Robin Page

Take a look at some of the unusual ways
animals take their rest.  Try them
yourself - maybe.

2011-10-06T20:43:00.000-04:00

Nacer Bailando
por Alma Flor Ada

Un ano de revelaciones culmina con una actuacion
llena de sorpresas, mientras dos ninas descubren su
lugar en el mundo.

New Juvenile Non-Fiction

2011-10-06T20:36:00.000-04:00

Yes, She Can!
by Glenn Stout

When these sports pioneers were told ,"Girls don't,"
they did. When they were told, "Girls shouldn't,"
they asked, "Why not?" And when they were told,
"Girls can't, they showed that girls most certainly can.
Here are their stories

New Juvenile Fiction

2011-10-06T15:20:00.000-04:00

Titanic Unsinkable - The Titanic is meant to be unsinkable, but as it begins its maiden voyage, there's plenty of danger waiting for four of its young passengers. Paddy is a stowaway, escaping a deadly past. Sophie's mother is delivered to the ship by police - after she and Sophie have been arrested. Juliana's father is an eccentric whose riches can barely hide his madness. And Alfie is hiding a secret that could get him kicked off the ship immediately. The lives of these four passengers will be forever linked with the fate of the Titanic. And the farther they get from shore, the more the danger looms."

Hardy Boys The Bicycle Thief - It's time for the annual Junior Bike Race in Bayport, and Frank and Joe are the top contenders. Midway through the race, Frank runs over a nail and blows a tire. It seems as if the day couldn't get worse--until Frank's bicycle goes missing! Bayport's leading bully, Adam Ackerman, seems to be the prime suspect. But when he proves that he wasn't the bicycle thief, everyone turns out to be a potential culprit--even Mr. Mack's dog, Lucy! Can Frank and Joe crack the case and bring Frank's bicycle home?

Cat Magic - Lottie is happy to spend her time talking To The animals in in her Uncle's pet shop. Then one day, To her surprise, The animals start to talk back! Suddenly Lotte's summer is better than she could have dreamed - it's purr-fectly magical!

Dog Magic - Lottie keeps her new-found ability to speak to animals a secret at school, where a group of mean girls make it obvious that she is not welcome until she meets Ruby, a feisty new friend and ally.

Sir Lancelot the Great - Many years ago, the storytellers say, the great King Arthur brought justice to England with the help of his gallant Knights of the Round Table. Of these worthy knights, there was never one so fearless, so chivalrous, so honorable, so…shiny as the dashing Sir Lancelot, who was quite good at defending the helpless and protecting the weak, just as long as he'd had his afternoon nap. Behold the very exciting and very funny adventures of Lancelot the Great, as only acclaimed Arthurian author Gerald Morris can tell them.

The Mysterious Four -The four members of Moon Hollow's mystery club have become skilled detectives, but when they uncover the existence of a hundred-year-old secret society, they also attract some unwanted attention.

Captain Cal and the Garbage Planet -Space adventurer Captain Cal and his crew come to the rescue when messy aliens litter the entire galaxy with their garbage.

Princess Candy The Evil Echo - Graphic Novel -With the evil Echo around, Halo Nightly faces her strongest villain yet-- herself. Echo is a sneaky shape shifter that morphs into Halo and causes her all sorts of problems. When Echo steals Halo's candy, Halo is forced to battle someone who is every bit as powerful as she is.

Trouble Maker -When his older brother gets in serious trouble, sixth-grader Clay decides to change his own mischief-making ways, but he cannot seem to shake his reputation as a troublemaker.

Sunshine Queen -   When a diphtheria outbreak forces twelve-year-old Cissy to leave her Oklahoma hometown in the 1890s, she and her two classmates embark on a wild adventure down the Missouri River with a team of traveling actors who are living on a dilapidated paddle steamer.

Volcano! a survival story -It was supposed to be a fun camping trip. Tom and Kevin had been looking forward to it all summer. But when the long-dormant volcano erupts, their fun trip vanishes, replaced by a mad dash for survival. Tom and Kevin have to use their smarts to outrun the lava spilling madly from the volcan's peak.

Painball Blast - When Max and Tyler start losing paintball matches to a new player named Ryan, Max is suspicious and sets out to prove that Ryan is cheating.

The Teacher Who Forgot -Catalina 'Cat' Duran and her class are off to the recycling center for what seems like the worst field trip ever. But when they arrive, they find out that the recycling plant has been sabotaged! Only Cat and her friends can save the day (and help save the Earth, too).

Sylvia and Aki -At the start of World War II, Japanese-American third-grader Aki and her family are sent to an internment camp in Poston, Arizona, while Mexican-American third-grader Sylvia's family leases their Orange County, California, farm and begins a fight to stop school segregation.

Lost! a Dog Called Bear -When Logan's dog runs away as he and his mother are moving to a new home after his parents separate, a girl named Hannah, who longs for a dog of her own, finds him.

The Friendship Doll -Throughout the twentieth century, Miss Kanagawa, one of fifty-eight dolls made to serve as ambassadors from Japan to the United States, travels the country learning to love while changing the lives of those who need her.

2011-10-06T14:59:00.000-04:00

Three New Beginning Reader Titles
by Melinda Melton Crow

Mud Mess - Three trucks go out for a drive, and one gets stuck in the mud.

Ride and Seek - Who'll find three truck buddies before it turns dark?

Truck Buddies -Dump Truck wants to play, but all the other trucks are working. See if Dump Truck finds something else to do.

2011-10-06T14:41:00.000-04:00

Goyangi Means Cat

by Christine McDonnell

Everything is new and strange
when Soo Min comes from Korea
to live with her adopted American
family. But she finds a friend who's
easy to talk to.

2011-10-06T14:36:00.000-04:00

       Chirchir is Singing

by kelly cunnane & jude daly

           In her village in Kenya, everyone
           has a special job to do. Chirchir
           just wants to help, but it goes all
           wrong for her. Isn't there something
           she does best?

2011-10-06T14:27:00.000-04:00

           BLACKOUT

                   by John Rocco

It was a normal summer night in the city.
Hot,
                   Noisy,
                                              Busy.
And then. . .
     The lights went out,
and everything changed! But that's
not necessarily bad, because not
everyone likes normal!

2011-10-06T14:17:00.000-04:00

Aggie Gets Lost

by Lori Ries

Aggie and Ben are best friends. They
live together. They play together.
They do everything together! So it
is the very worst day EVER when
Aggie gets lost! Will Ben find her?

2011-10-06T14:09:00.000-04:00

       The Lost Lunch
                   (My First Graphic Novel)

                         by Lori Martensen

When Andrew's lunch goes missing,
he is left sad and hungry. With the
help of his friend Dylan, the search
for the lost lunch begins!

2011-10-06T14:01:00.000-04:00

Benjamin Bear
in Fuzzy Thinking

a Toon Book by Philippe Coudray

The silly logic of a very serious bear!

Duct Tape Workshop

2011-09-26T15:30:00.000-04:00

Fall Party !

2011-09-26T14:13:00.002-04:00

Potty Party!

2011-09-26T13:59:00.002-04:00

Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest

2011-09-26T13:57:00.002-04:00

New Childrens non-fiction books!

2011-09-20T20:09:00.000-04:00

A Baby for Hannah- Retells the Bible story of Hannah's unanswered prayer for a baby. Includes follow-up activities.

German Shepherd: Super Smart- a German shepherd who ran to get help when his owner's garage caught on fire. The dog led a police officer to the burning building, who helped stop the fire from spreading further. Buddy became known as a hero! However, hes not the first German shepherd who has won fame for his intelligence, courage, and loyalty. These dogs were first bred and trained to herd sheep, and have also worked as guide dogs, police dogs, search-and-rescue dogs, and military dogs.

Super Simple Things to do with Bubbles- Simple step-by-step text and photographs for six bubble experiments. Includes a materials list.

Spiders- You don’t have to look far to see a spider’s web-in the corner of the window, on a fence, or in a bush-spiders make their homes everywhere. And there are so many kinds of spiders! Some red, some blue, yellow, and more&all fascinating. Amazing photography and easy-to-understand text makes Spiders a hit in this National Geographic Kids series.

Rockets and Satellites- Introduces rockets and satellites, describing their purposes, the history of astronautic rocketry, and the use of space probes.

Grand Canyon- An introduction to Arizona's Grand Canyon, one of the Natural Wonders of the World, including how it was formed, who lives nearby, and animals and plants of the region.

Space Exploration- Learn about the history of manned and unmanned space travel.

Space Stations- Introduces space stations, including details on their purpose, how they are maintained, and the kind of work astronauts do while in a space station.

More New Books!

2011-09-20T19:51:00.000-04:00

Children Make Terrible Pets-When Lucy, a young bear, discovers a boy lost in the woods, she asks her mother if she can have him as a pet, only to find him impossible to train.

Pirates Go to School-A rhyming tale of pirates who go to school accompanied by their parrots, learn arithmetic and letters, and want to hear sea stories at storytime.

What If your Best Friend were Blue?-Demonstrates, in simple text and illustrations, that what people do and how they act is much more important than what they look like.

When A Dragon Moves in-A young boy builds a sand castle on the beach and a dragon moves in. The boy and the dragon spend the day at the shore flying a kite, braving the waves, defying bullies, and roasting marshmallows, while the boy's parents remain occupied nearby with their own pastimes. When no one believes the boy's story about the dragon, the creature launches into a mischievous mode and wreaks havoc on everything in its path-- or is it all in the boy's imagination?

Zen Ties-When Stillwater the panda encourages Koo, Addy, Michael, and Karl to help a grouchy neighbor, their efforts are rewarded in unexpected ways.

Zen Ghosts-On Halloween night, Stillwater the giant panda tells Karl, Addy, and Michael a spooky and unusual story. Based on a Zen koan, includes an author's note with a history of the story and facts about Zen koans.

The Boy who was Raised by Librarians-Melvin discovers that the public library is the place where he can find just about anything--including three librarians who help in his quest for knowledge.

New Alphabet Letters!

2011-09-20T19:32:00.000-04:00

We have gotten the rest of the alphabet books now! Come finishing reading the about the letters of the Alphabet!

New Juvenile Fiction - J Fic

2011-09-19T18:38:00.000-04:00

Song of the Trees - During the Depression, a rural black family deeply attached to the forest on their land tries to save it from being cut down by an unscrupulous white man.

Charlie Bone and the Red Knight - Charlie and the Children of the Red King must call upon all of their strength to defeat the darkness and finally learn the fate of Charlie's family, the evil intentions of the Bloors, what has become of Septimus Bloor's will, and the destiny of the Red King's heirs.

Night Whispers - As Jayfeather, Lionblaze, and Dovepaw continue to seek answers to the mysterious prophecy that binds them, they learn that another cat may play an essential role in defeating the Dark Forest.

The Mysterious Four - Viola Hart, a newcomer in Moon Hollow, joins forces with Rosie Smithers, Sylvester Cho, and Woodrow Knox to solve a variety of mysteries in six clues or fewer, including a sea monster, thefts, and a spooky basement.

The Fourth Apprentice - When Lionblaze discovers that his apprentice Dovepaw can see events happening far away, he organizes a patrol to investigate a vision about the river. Includes adventure game based on the series.

Vespers Rising - Fourteen-year-old Amy Cahill and her younger brother Dan thought they could return to their regular lives when they found the 39 clues. But the Vespers, powerful enemies, will stop at nothing to get the clues. And with the Vespers rising, the world is in jeopardy.

Sign of the Moon - As Jayfeather, Lionblaze, and Dovepaw continue trying to understand the mysterious prophecy that binds them, Jayfeather receives a desperate plea for help from the Tribe of the Rushing Water.

Torn - Time travelers Jonah and Katherine arrive in 1611 to rescue missing child John Hudson, son of the explorer Henry Hudson, but just as the mutiny on the Discovery is supposed to start, Jonah and Katherine's knowledge of history is tested once again, and they fear that more is at stake than just one boy's life. Author's note includes facts about Henry Hudson's explorations.

Omen of the Stars - As Dovepaw, Jayfeather, and Lionblaze strive to understand and fulfill the prophecy that promises them great power, the cats of the Dark Forest begin to teach battle skills and techniques to different Clan cats through dreams.

Big Nate on a Roll - Middle-schooler Nate Wright vies against his rival, the "perfect" Artur, to win the grand prize of a customized skateboard in their scout troop contest.

Fancy Nancy Soiree!

2011-09-12T15:02:00.000-04:00

Fancy Nancy Soiree! Calling all fancy girls! Please wear your fanciest attire!

Ooo la lah your reservations are required! 362-2242 ext 115

New Recorded Childrens Books!

2011-09-10T15:46:00.000-04:00

Mrs. Roopy is Loopy ~ A.J. and his classmates are convinced that new school librarian, Mrs. Roopy, has multiple personality disorder because she keeps pretending to be famous people.

Scapegoat: The Story of a Goat Named Oat and a Chewed-up Coat ~ Each time something goes wrong in the Choat household Jimmy blames the pet goat, Patsy Petunia Oat, who tries to tell the truth about Jimmy's misdeeds but neither Mr. nor Mrs. Choat can understand her language.

Dark Emperor and Other Poems of the Night ~ A collection of poems that celebrates the wonder, mystery, and danger of the night and describes the many things that hide in the dark.

Abracadabra! Magic with Mouse and Mole ~ Mole is mad about magic until he takes his friend Mouse to a show that turns out to be all tricks, but then Mouse conjures up a special night program to show him the enchantment found in nature.

Big Wig: A Little History of Hair ~ History has never been hairier. Did you know that kings AND queens wore fake beards in Ancient Egypt? Or that hair was used in medicine at the height of the Incan Empire? Or that Queen Elizabeth I had more than 80 wigs in various shades of red? Kathleen Krull and Peter Malone start at the dawn of history and bring us up to contemporary times, using incredible bits and bobs of hair fact and lore to show us just how much things have changed (and how they haven't!).

Bear's Loose Tooth ~ When Bear discovers he has a loose tooth, his friends try to help make it fall out.

Dave the Potter: Artist, Poet, Slave ~ Chronicles the life of Dave, a nineteenth-century slave who went on to become an influential poet, artist, and potter.

Frankly, Frannie ~ Frannie Miller, who cannot wait to grow up and work in an office with a swivel chair and her own assistant, causes havoc when she tries to help out while on a school field trip to the local radio station.

Princess Posey and the First Grade Parade ~ Posey's fear of starting first grade is alleviated when her teacher invites the students to wear their most comfortable clothes to school on the first day.

Super Burp! ~ When fourth-grader George starts at a new school, he vows to become a model student instead of the class clown he has always been, but just as his plan is going really well, he is overtaken by a magic burp that turns him back into a mischief-maker.

More Great Books!

2011-08-26T15:32:00.000-04:00

You Can Do It Sam -When Mrs. Bear and little Sam deliver the cakes they have made for their friends in the neighborhood, Sam carries the cakes all by himself, through the snow and up to the front doors.

We've All Got Bellybuttons! -Various animals invite the reader to experience what their different body parts can do, including their tickly belly buttons.

Oomph!- On vacation at the beach, Preston Pig meets Maxine and experiences his first crush, all the while being pursued by a clumsy and unlucky wolf.

The Parable of Two Builders - Based on Luke 6: 47-49, children will get a kick out of this humorous retelling of Jesus' parable about the wise man and the foolish man ..."

Meet the Peacock - An introduction to the physical characteristics and behavior of the peacock, the male of the peafowl family.

I Need My Monster - When Ethan checks under the bed for his monster, he finds a note saying that Gabe has gone fishing and will be back in a week. He tries out several substitute monsters, but finds that none are as perfect as Gabe.

Dinosaur Wars -Describes the features of Triceratops and Stegosaurus, and how they may have battled each other in prehistoric times.

Henry Hudson - Examines the life of explorer Henry Hudson, including his quest for the elusive Northeast passage, his discovery of the Hudson River, and his mysterious death.

Did Dinosaurs Eat People? - Could dinosaurs swim? How big were their teeth? What color was their skin? You've got questions about dinosaurs, and Kids' Questions has answers!

New Books to "Check out"!

2011-08-23T19:47:00.000-04:00

The Very Smart Pea and the Princess-to-be -The pea gives its own version of what happened in the fairy tale, "The Princess and the Pea," from the time of its birth in the Palace Garden until it helps arrange a royal marriage.

The Dragon in the Driveway -Cousins Jesse and Daisy, along with their pet dragon, continue their battle against the evil scientist who has plans to destroy the forest in order to find the magical golden ax that is buried there.

VIP Pass to a Pro Baseball Game Day - Describes various activities and people who work behind the scenes during a Major League Baseball game

New Non-fiction and New Easy Fiction

2011-08-23T18:35:00.000-04:00

The Watcher -This book traces out the life and career of Jane Goodall as a watcher of English fauna to her adult work as scholar of animal behavior in Africa.

The Gingerbread Man Loose in th School - A gingerbread man searches all over the school for the group of children that made him and then left him behind.

Pete the Cat I Love my White Shoes - As he walks down the street, Pete the cat sings about his brand new white shoes as they change from red to blue to brown to wet.

Time to Eat - Provides an introduction to what animals eat and how they collect, store, and digest their food.

Rescuing Rover - Looks at the problem of dog overpopulation in America; discusses the role of puppy mills, pet stores, and independent breeders; and includes a profile of a local animal shelter.

Planting the Wild Garden - An exploration of the different ways seeds are dispersed into the environment

Bear with Me - A boy at first is angry when his parents suddenly welcome a giant bear named Gary into their family, but eventually he and Gary learn to get along.

After the Kill - Learn all about food chains with examples of animals who live in the jungle.

Tia Isa Wants a Car - Tia Isa and her niece try to save enough money to buy a car to take the whole family to the beach.

Saving Audie - Tells the story of Audie, a pit bull puppy who was rescued from Michael Vick's dog fighting ring.

Hocus Pocus - A mischievous little rabbit from a magician's hat sets his eye on a bunch of fresh carrots on the magician's kitchen counter, but before he can enjoy them he must get past a grumpy dog that is intent on keeping the clever little rabbit away.

New Juvenile Fiction

2011-08-23T15:49:00.001-04:00

Rock the Waves -Miley's crush of the moment, Aussie surfer Talen Wright, will be riding the waves in the Breakpoint Surf Series--a major surfing competition being held in Miley Stewart's hometown of Malibu. Hannah Montana is asked to perform at the Surf Series' closing ceremonies. Miley learns that all her time onstage as Hannah Montana has caused some setbacks at school and she must make up work in the classroom for two whole weeks. Talen and Miley end up in the same summer school class--but so does his ex-girlfriend, who isn't quite ready to let Talen go.

Swept Up - Hannah Montana is used to hard work, but Miley Stewart could use a break. Lucky for her, summer is here and she and the family are heading to Nantucket for some serious rest and relaxation. Soon, the Stewarts and company are settling into life on the Atlantic, with sailing lessons, bike rides, lazy days on the beach--oh, and a small, little Hannah photo shoot that turns out to be a big headache.

Frequenaut! - Bullied in school and called "Piggy MacFartland," twelve-year-old Iggy longs to travel to another planet and live among extraterrestrials, until an explosion transports him to a scary alternate reality.

Freak-out! - Twelve-year-old Iggy and his friend Karen find themselves transported to an alternate reality, where the trees that rule a vast underground city are convinced that Iggy and Karen are in league with the human that stole their gold.

The Unicorn's Tale - Beastologist-in-training Nathaniel Fludd and his Aunt Phil nurse a mysteriously ill unicorn, try to stop Obediah from taking the unicorn's horn, and finally get a solid lead on the whereabouts of Nathaniel's parents.

The Penderwick's at Point Mouette - When the three younger Penderwick sisters go to Maine with Aunt Claire and are separated from oldest sister Rosalind for the first time in their lives, an uncertain Skye is left in charge as the OAP--oldest available Penderwick.

A Tale of Two Castles - Twelve-year-old Elodie journeys to Two Castles in hopes of studying acting but instead becomes apprentice to a dragon, who teaches her to be observant and use reasoning, thus helping her to uncover who is poisoning the king.

Sidekicks - When Captain Amazing feels he's getting too old to be a reliable superhero, he tries to hire a new sidekick, but his pets have different ideas.

Story time starts in the Children's Department January 16th!

2011-08-06T10:22:00.006-04:00

Story time resumes January 16th, 2012

Wiggle and Giggle ~ Starts January 17th!

2011-08-06T10:16:00.004-04:00

New Alphabet Series!

2011-07-27T18:46:00.001-04:00

We only have the letters A, B, C, D, F, G, O, P, Q, S, T, U, V, and Y from the new series. The rest will be coming soon!

New Lego Picture Books!!

2011-07-27T18:31:00.001-04:00

Lego City Adventures

Help Is On the Way- When Jessie's dog becomes lost and is found stuck under a gate in the park, the police and city workers of LEGO City come to the rescue.

Calling All Cars- Criminals have robbed the city's bank, and the police are on hand to investigate the robbery, talk to witnesses, and apprehend the thieves.

Fire Truck to the Rescue- When a fire breaks out in LEGO City, the fire fighters hop in their fire engine and race to put it out.

Ready For Takeoff- A Lego family goes to the airport to leave for a beach vacation, where they check their baggage, board the plane, and fly into the air to their destination.

All Aboard-A crane, a fork lift, and other vehicles and machines load cars onto the train in preparation for a trip to Lego City.

New Juvenile NON-Fiction!

2011-07-27T15:19:00.000-04:00

Bees Snails and Peacock Tails - Come explore the hidden shapes and patterns in nature. The peacock's flashy tail is a masterpiece of color and shape. A buzzing beehive is built of tiny hexagons. Even a snake's skin is patterned with diamonds. Study a beehive and you will see the mathematical genius of the bee. Poet Betsy Franco and Caldecott Honor winner Steve Jenkins bring geometry to life in this lively, lyrical look at the shapes and patterns that can be found in the most unexpected places.

Mercury- This book is an introduction to Mercury highlighting its special characteristics, its history, and past and future missions to the planet.

Earth - This book is an introduction to the planet Earth highlighting its special characteristics and its history.

Spiders - Text and photographs introduce readers to different types of spiders and their behavior.

Arlington - Arlington recounts the complicated history of one of the nation's most famous and most-visited national monuments and its fascinating daily life. Carefully researched and documented, Chris Demarest's watercolor paintings capture the spirit and pathos of the last resting place of more than 300,000 Americans who have served their country.

I Like to Play - Looks at different games played with balls, including soccer, baseball, and basketball.

Farm Animals - Discusses animals found on farms and describes the food products people get from them.

What is it? Shows animals in and on items, in a book with rhyming text.

The Army -Describes the history, organization, and activities of the U.S. army."--Source other than the Library of Congress.

How Are They the Same? - Learn about similarities and differences between lots of different kinds of animals.

I Like Riding - Simple text and colorful illustrations show different modes of transportation, such as bicycles, trains, and cars.

Animal Mothers - Looks at the parenting behaviors found in various animals.

New Juvenile Fiction!

2011-07-27T12:32:00.001-04:00

Here Lies the Librarian - Fourteen-year-old Eleanor "Peewee" McGrath, a tomboy and automobile enthusiast, discovers new possibilities for her future after the 1914 arrival in her small Indiana town of four young librarians.

The Lost Heroes - Jason, Piper, and Leo, three students from a school for "bad kids," find themselves at Camp Half-Blood, where they learn that they are demigods and begin a quest to free Hera, who has been imprisoned by Mother Earth herself.

The Dragon in the Sock Drawer- Cousins Jesse and Daisy always knew they would have a magical adventure, but they are not prepared when the "thunder egg" Jesse has found turns out to be a dragon egg that is about to hatch.

The Dragon in the Library - Dragon Keepers Jesse and Daisy, along with their dragon, Emmy, must save their friend Professor Andersson from an evil witch, who happens to be St. George the Dragon Slayer's girlfriend.

The Dragon in the Volcano - Emmy the dragon is maturing and growing too large--and bored--for her quarters, but when she disappears her Keepers, cousins Jesse and Daisy, follow her trail to the Fiery Realm in hopes of bringing her home.

Spirits in the Stars - At the edge of the Endless Ice, the four bears Ujurak, Toklo, Lusa, and Kallik reach Star Island, where a large group of bears is in trouble but believes Lusa is destined to help bring back the favor of the spirits.

Big Nate Out Loud - Big Nate, a.k.a. middle schooler Nate Wright, is 11 years old, four-and-a-half feet tall, and the wunderkind creation of cartoonist Peirce. "Big Nate Out Loud" collects Peirce's Big Nate strips, originally published only in newspapers and online at comics.com.

Big Nate from the Top - A latest collection of Big Nate strips follows the irrepressible, fortune-cookie-declared genius blazing a haphazard trail through the sixth grade at P.S. 38, where between endless misadventures, marked by complaining observations, he earns straight As and numerous detentions.

Aliens on Vacation - Unhappy at being sent to stay with his grandmother at the inn she operates, The Intergalactic Bed & Breakfast, Scrub discovers that each room is actually a portal to space and the inn's visitors are aliens who are vacationing on Earth.

Party Animal - Neither a long list of rules, nor the inability to find the perfect gift--Cheddar Jam--nor being locked in a bathroom with a juggling bear will keep quirky fourth-grader Oggie Cooder from attending neighbor Donnica Perfecto's birthday pool party.

Ahoy Matey!

2011-07-21T11:39:00.000-04:00

New Young Adult Books!

2011-07-15T09:58:00.000-04:00

Milkweed- The hardship and cruelty of life in the ghettos of Warsaw during the Nazi occupation of World War II is captured through the eyes of a young Jewish orphan who must use all his wits and courage to survive unimaginable circumstances.

Durango Street- Rufus Henry, a young parolee, jeopardizes his life when he refuses to cooperate with the neighborhood street gang.

Pretty Little Liars:

Perfect- After their missing friend's body is found and another of their friends commits suicide, four former best friends live in fear of their secrets being exposed by someone who is stalking them via their cell phones.

Unbelievable- Four girls living in a wealthy suburb discover the identity of a stalker who has been sending them shocking text messages, and uncover the mystery of who killed their childhood friend.

Wicked- The four former best friends try to overcome their friend Ali's murder, but become alarmed when they receive text messages from the mysterious "A" and learn that their friend's accused killer has been released from jail on bail.

Twisted- Even though the disappearance of Alison DiLaurentis has been solved, Spencer, Emily, Hanna, and Aria harbor other secrets which could interfere with their perfect lives, as they try to forget what happened to them in Jamaica last spring.

Forever Summer- Laguna Cove: What happens when an East Coast girl is thrust into the Laguna Beach surfing scene, where she unintentionally butts heads with the school's queen bee?

The Throne of Fire- Carter and Sadie, offspring of the brilliant Egyptologist Dr. Julius Kane, embark on a worldwide search for the Book of Ra, but the House of Life and the gods of chaos are determined to stop them.

Alex Rider: Scorpia Rising- When the world's deadliest terrorist organization, Scorpia, stirs up trouble in the Middle East, it is up to fourteen-year-old MI6 agent Alex Rider to thwart their plans.

What I Saw and How I Lied- In 1947, with her jovial stepfather Joe back from the war and family life returning to normal, teenaged Evie, smitten by the handsome young ex-GI who seems to have a secret hold on Joe, finds herself caught in a complicated web of lies whose devastating outcome changes her life and that of her family forever.

Putting Makeup on the Fat Boy- Sixteen-year-old Carlos Duarte is on the verge of realizing his dream of becoming a famous make-up artist, but first he must face his jealous boss at a Macy's cosmetics counter, his sister's abusive boyfriend, and his crush on a punk-rocker classmate.

Where She Went- Adam, now a rising rock star, and Mia, a successful cellist, reunite in New York and reconnect after the horrific events that tore them apart when Mia almost died in a car accident three years earlier.

Wild Life- When twelve-year-old Eric's parents are deployed to Iraq, he goes to live with grandparents he hardly knows in small-town North Dakota, but his grandfather's hostility and the threat of losing the dog he has rescued are too much and Eric runs away.

The Hidden Coronet- Sixteen-year-old Raffi and Master Galen continue to evade the Watch as they seek the Coronet, a potent ancient relic that could be their only hope for defeating the power that is destroying Anara.

Blood Red Road- In a distant future, eighteen-year-old Lugh is kidnapped, and while his twin sister Saba and nine-year-old Emmi are trailing him across bleak Sandsea they are captured, too, and taken to brutal Hopetown, where Saba is forced to be a cage fighter until new friends help plan an escape.

Everlasting- Ever and Damen have spent centuries facing down bitter rivals, jealous friends, and their own worst fears in the hope of being together forever, but something threatens to tear them apart.

I Am Number Four- In rural Ohio, friendships and a beautiful girl prove distracting to a fifteen-year-old who has hidden on Earth for ten years waiting to develop the Legacies, or powers, he will need to rejoin the other six surviving Garde members and fight the Mogadorians who destroyed their planet, Lorien.

Addie on the Inside- Outspoken thirteen-year-old Addie Carle learns about love, loss, and staying true to herself as she navigates seventh grade, enjoys a visit from her grandmother, fights with her boyfriend, and endures gossip and meanness from her former best friend.

2011-07-14T18:49:00.001-04:00

Star of the Sea
A Day in the Life of a Starfish

by Janet Halfmann

An ochre sea star takes too long to eat her
breakfast and puts herself in danger. Can
she escape? Will she survive? Inspiring
words and stunning pictures bring this
adventure to life.

2011-07-14T18:45:00.000-04:00

The Manatee Scientists
Saving Vulnerable Species

by Peter Lourie

Join adventure author Peter Lourie as he follows
scientists from Brazil to Florida to West Africa as
they seek ways to assist endangered manatees in
their struggle to survive.

2011-07-14T18:37:00.000-04:00

         CELEBRITREES
Historic & Famous Trees of the World

                   by Margi Preus

Can you believe...

       a tree that is 4000 years old?

       a tree that served as a jail?

       a tree that was a hideout for Robin Hood?

Read about these famous trees - and eleven
others of historic fame.

2011-07-14T18:23:00.000-04:00

Irena Sendler
and the Children of the Warsaw Ghetto

by Susan Goldman Rubin

One tiny little woman risked her own
life to defy the Nazis and save the lives
of nearly 400 children during World
War II. What ingenious methods did
she use? Read about the courage and
compassion of Irena Sendler.

2011-07-14T18:15:00.000-04:00

    First Garden
            The White House Garden

Written and illustrated by Robbin Gourley

Surrounding the White House (the official home
of the President of the United States) is a very
special plot of land. It has a rose garden and a
children's garden and a swimming pool and much
much more.  Learn the details in this new book.

2011-07-14T16:57:00.000-04:00

Basketball Belles
   How Two Teams and One Scrappy Player
            Put Woman's Hoops on the Map

                              by Sue Macy

True story of Agnes Morley who was a lady ahead
of her time who made basketball histor.

2011-07-14T16:47:00.000-04:00

     FAR from SHORE
Chronicles of an Open Ocean Voyage

             by Sophie Webb

The vast sea may appear to be empty, but
naturalist and artist Sophie Webb shows that
the sea is actually full of fascinating - but
difficult-to-study life. Learn more as the
artist/author shares her paintings and journals
in this colorful book.

2011-07-14T16:28:00.000-04:00

Can I See Your I.D.?
True Stories of False Identities

by Chris Barton

Fascinating true stories of ten imposters,
many of them teenagers, who push questions
of identity, deception and gullibility to the
extreme. Sometimes reality truly does
defy belief!!

2011-07-14T16:21:00.000-04:00

When Apples Grew Noses and White Horse Flew
                        Tales of Ti-Jean

                       by Jan Andrews

In these three delightful stories, you will meet the endearing Ti-Jean who
is both wise and foolish. He creates difficult situations for himself but always
manages to do what needs to be done in the end.

New non-fiction

2011-07-14T15:55:00.001-04:00

Wideness and Wonder

by Susan Goldman Rubin

This gorgeous book features personal photos, early drawings,
and museum-quality reproductions of some of the most noteworthy
paintings by ground-breaking artist Georgia O'Keefe.