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Summer Reading: Color Our World
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Our Summer Reading Program (June 1-July 31) is open to ALL ages, from pre-readers to adults, so sign up today for a chance to win some great prizes this summer!
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Transparent Language Online
Transparent Language Online provides an effective and engaging experience for language learners looking to build their vocabulary, practice their listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills, and maintain what they learn with courses and supplemental resources in 110+ languages.
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TumbleBook
The TumbleBook collection has over 1000 always available eBooks for elementary school students. It includes animated talking picture books, chapter books, videos, non-fiction titles, and graphic novels as well as learning activities for literacy and reading comprehension such as puzzles, games, quizzes, and lesson plans.
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| Fireworks by Matthew Burgess; illustrated by Cátia ChienIn this evocative slice of life, dazzling colors and stirring, detail-rich descriptions conjure up a sultry summer day for two city-dwelling siblings, complete with a rooftop fireworks display. Read-alikes: John Rocco’s Blackout; Jacqueline Woodson’s The World Belonged to Us.
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| Big Family Beach Day by Nina CrewsFor the rambunctious, loving, multi-generational family in this picture book, beach day is a cherished annual event. Second-person narration and varied viewpoints of surf and sand bring a "you are there" feeling to this story that’s sure to capture kids’ attention. |
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| Firefly Season by Cynthia Leitich Smith; illustrated by Kate GardinerPiper’s family is from the Cherokee and Muscogee Nations, and Sumi’s family roots are in Mumbai, India. When the two girls become neighbors in Kansas City, it’s the beginning of a bond that expands both of their worlds. Kirkus Reviews calls this picture book "a glowing tribute to family across distance and lineage." |
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| Elvis & Romeo by David Soman; illustrated by Jacky DavisCurmudgeonly bulldog Elvis and exuberant mutt Romeo might seem like a mismatch at first, but after a few comical miscommunications at the dog park, the canine odd couple become fast friends. With speech-bubble text and tons of visual verve, this series opener is a charmer.
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| Cranky, Crabby Crow (Saves the World) by Corey R. TaborAfter rejecting invitations from Squirrel, Hummingbird, and several other critters with a caustic “KAW!”, big-eyed Crow seems like a loner. But as a dramatic twist reveals Crow’s secret, high-stakes heroism, rapt readers will be reminded that first impressions can be misleading. “Clever pacing, bone-dry humor, and visual surprises distinguish this wildly entertaining picture book,” says Publishers Weekly.
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| Dog vs. Strawberry by Nelly Buchet; illustrated by Andrea ZuillAs soon as chubby, long-nosed Dog is given a strawberry, this book’s narrator begins the sportscast: "Welcome to the greatest race of all time!" Even kids too young for spoofs can delight in the exaggerated illustrations of Dog zooming haphazardly around its inanimate challenger. Read-alike: The Squirrels Who Squabbled by Rachel Bright. |
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| The Squish by Breanna CarzooResilience gets a googly-eyed new representative in the anthropomorphic sandcastle who narrates this offbeat object lesson. Although it gets squished by everything from waves to Frisbees -- each incident illustrated in crisp, cut-paper collage -- nothing can keep this adorable sandcastle down. |
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| Finding Things by Kevin Henkes; illustrated by Laura DronzekThe story begins with a child rescuing a series of abandoned items: a ball, a flower, and a box. Each item is useful, but it’s one final, fuzzy find that brings everything together. This sweet and simple tale celebrates the abundance that can be found by those who are patient enough to look. |
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| Joyful Song: A Naming Story by Leslea Newman; illustrated by Susan GalAs Zachary and his moms walk to the synagogue with their new baby, their neighbors join them, creating an impromptu parade leading to the big moment: the ceremony where Zachary announces his baby sister’s name. Textured, jewel-toned illustrations boost the bright, feel-good vibes of this family story. Read-alike: Naming Ceremony by Seina Wedlick.
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| Sister Friend by Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow; illustrated by Shahrzad MaydaniAfter the other kids at school exclude her, lonely Ameena is thrilled by the arrival of a new student. Sundus has brown skin and a hijab, and Ameena wants to make friends so much! But her first greeting comes out wrong, leading Ameena to discover that friendship sometimes requires a second try. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8! |
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Neighborhood Arts All Locations, Dates and Times VaryCome to the library every week for a FREE all-ages friendly performance event. Jam with a band, see a play or concert, learn a dance from another culture... the possibilities are endless at Neighborhood Arts. This event is held at multiple libraries. Funded in part by Arts Council of Oklahoma City, National Endowment for the Arts, Oklahoma Arts Council
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Chess Club Multiple Branches, Dates and Times VaryAre you a seasoned chess player looking to get in some more practice or help bring new players into the game, or a new player looking to dip their toes into the world of chess? This all skill levels program will help you do just that!
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