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21 Day Read Aloud Challenge!

February 25, 2021 Steven
bunnies and foxes read in a meadow under a tree

We all know that reading aloud with your child is one of the most important things you can do.  It inspires a love a reading, builds confidence, and provides a chance for you and your child to spend quality, uninterrupted Read More …

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New Mars Rover!

February 22, 2021 Steven
Perseverance Rover landing on Mars top view

Did you watch Perseverance land on Mars? It is part of the Mars Explorer Program looking for signs of former life, looking at the climate and geology and possible human exploration of the red planet. Here are some great books Read More …

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Happy Valentine’s Day!

February 14, 2021 Steven
Blue elephant hugs small white elephant in a heart

It’s Valentine’s Day! Who (or what) do you love? Check  out these great books and others on Hoopla!              

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Happy Lunar New Year!

February 12, 2021February 10, 2021 Steven
Young girl in yellow dress and red jacket runs away, pandas and chinese dragon on top

Happy Lunar New Year! Celebrate the Year of the Ox by reading some of these great books on Hoopla with your WNPL card. Did you know that other East Asian Lunar New Year celebrations are also happening? Besides the Chinese Read More …

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2021 Youth Award Winners!

January 28, 2021February 1, 2021 Steven
Young tan-skinned girl in front of moon on waves holding a feather

Congratulations! Every year, the Youth Media Awards are announced at ALA Midwinter Conference in January.  Because of the pandemic, the announcements were virtual. Check here to see a complete list of the award winners! How many have you read? Caldecott Read More …

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