By Staff of Frederick County Public Libraries Summer and early fall provide the perfect setting for outdoor adventures. As families take advantage of warm weather and weekend camping trips, they’ll find there’s much for all ages to discover in the wilderness and beyond. Picture Books “How to Say Hello to a Worm: A First Guide to Outside” by Kari Percival …
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With the holidays comes a season of giving–whether its gift-giving among family members and friends or charitable giving to spread joy in the community. In that spirit, encourage young readers to think about all the ways they can give with these books available at Frederick County Public Libraries about expressing love, offering a helping hand or coming together as one. …
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Give the gift of reading this season with children’s stories about leadership, imagination, faith, grief, fighting for justice and other inspiring stories. Learn some great recipes for your picky eater with a guide for Mom and Dad, too! “DinoDogz: Eggzellent Adventure” by Mike McHale The DinoDogz, which are half dog, half dinosaur, go on a rescue mission to save five …
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Summer adventures start with stories. Explore these dynamic reads for babies, children and teens. Board Books “Baby Loves Summer!” by Karen Katz Celebrate summer with this fun, bright board book. Children will love the interactive lift-the-flap pages. Play a game of peekaboo as you read this story with your little one. “Chu’s Day at the Beach” by Neil Gaiman and …
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Young children to teens will enjoy reading and sharing these tales about teachers. PICTURE BOOKS “Teacher” by Lucy M. George, illustrated by Ando Twin This book is part of the Busy People series about people with different careers. The story introduces readers to a busy teacher and how she goes about her daily routine. She has to get everything ready …
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Are you looking for a distinctive and affordable way to celebrate your little book lover’s birthday? A book-themed birthday party might be the perfect option. The party ideas suggested below would be best suited for ages 4 to 8. Books such as my picture book “One More Year,” which is all about birthdays, would be appropriate, but you could use …
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Cultivate your children’s creativity with these stories about the arts. Picture Books “Norman’s First Day at Dino Day Care” written and illustrated by Sean Julian It’s Norman’s first day at Dino Day Care. Surely that’s enough reason to feel shy. Norman does what he does best: He makes himself invisible. Eventually, he manages to find his courage with a little …
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Discover stories that uplift and empower kids and teens. Baby and Toddler Books “Sleep, My Baby” by Dr. Lena Allen-Shore with Jacques J.M. Shore, illustrated by Jessica Courtney-Tickle This endearing bedtime story celebrates caregivers and babies all over the world who love lullabies. “One Patch of Blue” by Marthe Jocelyn Cuddle up with this wordless board book that follows the …
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Cozy up to fall with a good book in your hands. Board Books “Mouse’s First Fall” by Lauren Thompson Enjoy this classic story about Mouse and Minka as they explore this special season with great examples of counting, shapes, colors and autumn fun. “Pumpkins” by Gail Gibbons It isn’t fall without pumpkins! This book shares basic information on how pumpkins …
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Ease the return-to-school jitters with stories about schooltime adventures. Board Books “Rosie Goes to Preschool” by Karen Katz Get your little one ready for preschool with this beautifully illustrated picture book. Go with Rosie throughout her day to see what school is all about and learn little “Rosie Tips” along the way. “Lola Goes to School” by Anna McQuinn Join …
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