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 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 Pashmina by Nidhi Chanani Priyanka...
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...
Summer is a wonderful time for kids to delve into the world of computer coding. Here is a roundup of some of our favorite coding resources for children, available either at the library or online. Books available at PGTPL How to Code a Sandcastle by Josh Funk Josh...
Charlotte the Scientist Finds a Cure by Camille Andros, illustrated by Brianne Farley Charlotte is a rabbit who lives in the woods with her family, where everything is good. She enjoys science and even has her own lab to do experiments and research. Her grandpa, a...
Do you love dancing? So many people around the world express themselves through many forms of dance. Here are some of our favorite picture books which feature dancers! Picture Books Click on the link to put any of these titles on hold. Freedom Soup by Tami Charles...
