As your child transitions into independent learning and reading, you might notice that they’re what we librarians call a “reluctant reader.” There are so […]
Supporting Your Reluctant Reader
Take a Super Seat and Read!
Where is your favorite place to sit? What seat do you know the best? When you’re out and about, where do you sit for a […]
How Animals Adapt in Winter, Including Humans
Happy solstice! Winter has officially arrived, and, with it, nature’s invitation to cozy up, slow down, and get some rest. As this fall has transitioned […]
Spooky Reading for the Spooky Season
October is in full swing and with it, the season for spooky reading! At the top of my […]
First Readers Explained!
First readers, easy readers, leveled readers, beginner readers… they go by many names. These small books play a mighty role in your child’s reading development, […]
Picture Books and Emotional Resilience
Picture books are tools, not just for developing literacy skills, but also emotional skills. Our well-being depends on a set of emotional skills known as […]
YA Historical Fiction for Pride Month
Travel through history with pride this month with these YA novels that write queer people back into history, exactly where they belong. Begin in 1893 […]
Great Reads for Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month! This observance, now increasingly led by autistic self-advocates, seeks to open discussion and celebration around life with autism spectrum disorder. […]
Take a Nature Walk—With a Book!
Though the Northeast Ohio winter seems to drag on forever, the slow transition into spring can be extremely rewarding to those with an appreciation for […]
