YA Look Alikes

April 26, 2019 | jonesw

These YA book covers will have you doing double takes! Which do you prefer?

You're Welcome Universe vs. Picture Us in the Light

You're welcome universe by illustrator Whitney Gardner

Share a Story: Garden Storytime

April 17, 2019 | jonesw

Did you miss our Garden Storytime this week? Don't worry, here's what you missed, plus a few more suggestions so you can create your own storytime at home, complete with songs and stories.

From Storytime

One leaf rides the wind : counting in a Japanese garden by Celeste Davidson Mannis

Most Challenged Books of 2018

April 12, 2019 | jonesw

This week, the American Library Association released its list of the most frequently challenged and/or banned books of 2018. Which challenged books have you read?

For more information, visit the Banned & Challenged Books page of the Office for Intellectual Freedom's website. 

George by Alex Gino

Reasons: banned, challenged, and relocated because it was believed to encourage children to clear browser history and change their bodies using hormones, and for mentioning “dirty magazines,” describing male anatomy, “creating confusion,” and including a transgender character

A day in the life of Marlon Bundo by Jill Twiss

Reasons: banned and challenged for including LGBTQIA+ content, and for political and religious viewpoints

Recommended Realistic Fiction for Teens

April 11, 2019 | jonesw

Contemporary realistic fiction takes place in the present and covers topics that are likely to happen in real life. These novels explore many common issues for modern teenagers. Looking for a funny story? Jump down to the "Humor" section. 

Ask the passengers : a novel by 1970- A. S. (Amy Sarig) King
Dear Martin by Nic Stone

We Need Diverse Books For Teens

April 8, 2019 | jonesw

The We Need Diverse Books movement began in 2014 as a call to reform the publishing industry. It is now a nonprofit organization which promotes young people's literature that is reflective of many diverse backgrounds. The titles below represent a sample of books showcasing main characters of color, LGBTQIA characters, and characters with disabilities or mental illnesses. For more suggestions, visit Where To Find Diverse Books or the Walter Award. 

BIPOC Characters

The astonishing color of after by Emily X. R. Pan

After her mother's suicide, grief-stricken Leigh Sanders travels to Taiwan to stay with grandparents she never met, determined to find her mother who she believes turned into a bird.

Recommended Romance for Teens

April 3, 2019 | jonesw

Love is hard...but reading about it isn't! These romantic titles are sweet, charming, and easy to dive into. 

Camp by Lev AC Rosen

At Camp Outland, a camp for LGBTQIA teens, sixteen-year-old Randall "Del" Kapplehoff's plan to have Hudson Aaronson-Lim fall in love with him succeeds, but both are hiding their true selves.

Dating Makes Perfect by Pintip Dunn

The Tech sisters don't date in high school. Not because they're not asked. Not because they're not interested. Not even because no one can pronounce their long, Thai last name--hence the shortened, awkward moniker. But simply because they're not allowed. Until now..

Tween Test Kitchen

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Do you want to experiment in the kitchen? This is your chance! Test out your cooking chops with unique and silly recipes that you can recreate at home. All supplies will be provided.

For ages 9-12. Registration is required and begins July 11. 

Some recipes may contain dairy, gelatin, or gluten. Substitutions for these will be provided when possible.

[#Food by Med Coolman is licensed under CC BY 2.0] 

Upcoming sessions

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Hamilton Fever

March 23, 2019 | jonesw

With the debut of Hamilton at the Fisher Theatre in Detroit, no one can get enough of the Founding Father! Use your CPL card to learn more about the music and the man himself, Alexander Hamilton. 

Books

Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow

Recommended Hi/Lo Fiction For Teens

March 6, 2019 | jonesw

Hi/Lo Fiction offers subject matter of high interest to teens, written for those who are reading at a lower level. These titles are sure to spark interest and encourage engagement!

Looking for more? Trying searching the series Orca Limelights or Orca Soundings.

Raw talent by Jocelyn Shipley

In this high-interest novel for teen readers, Paisley has to get over her fear of performing in public if she ever wants to be a famous pop star.

Identify by 1951- Lesley Choyce

Anxiety-ridden Ethan is befriended by Gabriella, who prefers to dress in masculine clothes and be called Gabe, and becomes embroiled in a school-wide controversy when he confronts Gabe's tormentor.

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