We have featured library resources with picture book collections such as Tumblebooks and Hoopla in the past. But did you know that there's a collection of read-aloud picture books that's completely free for anyone, with or without a library card? Storyline Online is a collection of...
In the library world, we follow Every Child Ready to Read, an early literacy initiative consisting of five concepts: Read, Write, Sing, Talk, Play. Using these key words, parents and caregivers can direct activities to help young children develop the skills that will someday lead...
Biography Rick Riordan was born on June 5th, 1964 in San Antonio, TX. He attended school in San Antonio and continued his education in Texas throughout his college career. He graduated from the University of Texas, located in Austin, with a double major in English and...
It’s never too early to learn about history! Because they contain colorful art and simple text, picture book biographies are a wonderful introduction to fascinating people from the past. Here are ten of our favorite picture book biographies to try. Click on the link to...
Dork Diaries: Tales From a Not-So-Happily Ever After is the 8th installment of Dork Diaries, of one of the most popular children’s series. In it, we meet up again with Nikki Maxwell in another not-so-graceful story about her always eventful life. In Tales From a Not-So-Happily...
It’s no secret! Kids love graphic novels, whether they’re memoirs like Raina Telgemeier’s Sisters or historical fiction, like Nathan Hale’s Hazardous Tales. Here are a few of our favorite graphic novels for kids! (Descriptions and links from the Evergreen catalog.) Favorite Graphic Novels Lowriders in Space by...
If you want to connect with your kids and encourage their curiosity, try asking them open-ended questions! Often when adults talk to children, we ask questions with specific answers: “Did you have a good day at school?” “What is your favorite color?” “Do you want...
Planet Protectors Series Is your child interested in helping the environment? The Planet Protectors series of picture books introduce topics in a breezy, child-friendly voice. Each book has a positive approach to small steps kids can take. They are written at a 2nd-3rd grade level, with...
From Gambia to the Florida Keys, these books show simple yet powerful ways to take care of our amazing planet! Click on the title to place a hold through Evergreen. One Plastic Bag by Miranda Paul In Njau, Gambia, a girl named Isatou has a broken basket. But...
Even the smallest children enjoy creating art! But dealing with the mess isn’t so fun. Here are three ideas for mess-free art projects to try at home! Tiny Art Projects First, painting in a bag is a simple project for babies and toddlers! Take a piece of...
