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Our Winter Reading Challenge goes through Jan. 31. Check out these New Releases & Staff Picks!
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Baby-Age 2 "Down by the Bay," a children's folk song popularized by musician Raffi can be read or sung to babies. This board book features delightful comic-style illustrations by Nadine Bernard Westcott as well as the sheet music for those who wish to perform the song for the little readers." - Jane H.
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Baby-Age 2
"A feminist reimagining of classic nursery rhymes depicts a Georgie Porgie who never dares to make the girls cry, a Little Bo-Peep who takes no-nonsense care of her sheep and a woman doctor who puts Humpty Dumpty together again." - Sara C.
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Grades PreK-1 "Caldecott Medalist Michaela Goade spins a dreamy tale about an island girl and her grandmother exploring the wild as they gather food the way their Tlingit ancestors did. Beautiful watercolor illustrations highlight the delicious world of berries." - Jane H.
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"Inspired by Maya Angelou, Robert Frost, and Quincy Jones, Music is a Rainbow is an poetically rendered story about a young boy who finds beauty and solace through music." - Jane H.
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Grades 2-5 "A blizzard is coming to Hazelwood Elementary! It's snowing, and there's excitement in the air because the school day might end early. Who doesn't LOVE a snow day!" - Sara C.
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Grades 4-7 "Most of the story is told over Maisie's winter break. She is struggling with how to deal with hurting her leg and not being able to continue with her ballet dancing. Her family takes a winter trip and Maisie has to figure out to let her family know how she is feeling." - Julianne M.
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Grades 9-12 "An epic enemies-to-lovers historical fantasy story about two young rival journalists who forge a magical connection." - Stephanie B.
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(Kim Liggett) Grades 9-12 "This dystopian book takes a look at the complex relationship between girls and the transition to womanhood. A feminist twist for fans of The Maze Runner and The Hunger Games." - Stephanie B.
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Winter babies
by Kathryn Osebold Galbraith
Spirited, rhyming text and graphic artwork of an energetic, diverse cast of babies depict an action-packed visit to the park on a cheerful winter day, in a colorful board book that highlights early concepts and encourages outdoor play.
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We're going on a pumpkin hunt
by Mary Hogan Wilcox
A spin on the classic song depicts a brave band of adorably costumed animal friends venturing out into the dark of night to search for the biggest pumpkin in town, before the discovery of a spooky jack o'lantern sends them scuttling back home. Illustrations.
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How to bake an apple pie
by Jean Reagan
"When the weather is cool and the apples are fresh, the best things to do is warm up by baking an apple pie! It's grandma's favorite! Join Grandpa to create a delicious surprise to warm Grandma's heart on a chilly autumn day"
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Forest Club Winter : A Season of Activities, Crafts, and Exploring Nature
by Kris Hirschmann
Welcome to Forest Club! Winter is always a good time to discover nature. Head outside and start exploring -- what can you see? What can you smell? What can you hear? With outdoor activity ideas, creative crafts, and inspiring nature information, Forest Club encourages children to connect with the outdoors.
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Sports in winter
by Jenna Lee Gleisner
Shares some of the sports people play during winter, including ice hockey, skiing, and snowboarding
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For more details or questions, please contact Youth Services at youthservices@northbrook.info or 847-272-4300.
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