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Library Holiday Collections The library is collecting mittens, gloves, hats and scarves during the holiday season to decorate our holiday tree. Donations will be sent to the Salvation Army. Also, the library is collecting non-perishable food items for the local food pantry. A box will be located near the Circulation Desk through January 7.
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| Small Spaces by Katherine ArdenIntroducing: Ollie, a bookish sixth-grader who realizes that the scary antique book she's been reading is actually local history -- and that her entire class might be in danger unless Ollie and her new friends can save them.
Featuring: scarecrows, shapeshifters, a smiling specter, and a frightening journey through a fog-shrouded forest.
Series alert: Set during autumn in Vermont, this spooky chiller is the 1st in a seasonal 4-book series. |
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| Everlasting Nora by Marie Miranda CruzWelcome to: Manila North Cemetery, home to 12-year-old Nora and her mom.
What happens: After losing her father and dropping out of school to work, Nora's no stranger to tough times. But when her mom disappears, Nora faces her toughest challenge yet: trusting in help from her neighbors.
Did you know? The cemetery shantytown in this heartbreaking but hopeful story is a real place in the Philippines. |
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| You Don't Know Everything, Jilly P! by Alex GinoFeaturing: Jilly, who's 12 years old, white, and obsessed with fantasy books; her friend and fellow fan Derek, who's black and Deaf; and her baby sister Emma, who's hearing impaired.
What happens: While trying to stick up for the people share cares about, confident Jilly begins to realize how much she doesn't know.
Why you might like it: Similar to the way in which George (author Alex Gino's first book) encourages you to be yourself, Jilly's story will inspire you to learn more about others. |
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The Collectors
by Jacqueline West
Overlooked in class, a hearing-impaired boy who collects lost or discarded trinkets discovers a dangerous underground world full of stolen wishes and the people who collect them.
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Bonnie and Clyde : the Making of a Legend
by Karen Blumenthal
Describes the life and crimes of the outlaw duo Bonnie and Clyde, detailing their spree of robbery and murder that ended in their brutal deaths. (Nonfiction.)
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Dog Days in the City
by Jodi Kendall
Finding fulfillment in her volunteer duties at the local animal clinic, young Josie, a girl from a chaotic family, is challenged to find homes for seven rambunctious foster puppies, in a sequel to The Unlikely Story of a Pig in the City.
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Kat Wolfe Investigates
by Lauren St. John
In Dorset, England, twelve-year-old Kat Wolfe opens a pet-sitting business, but the owner of her first client goes missing and only her new friend shares Kat's conviction that the parrot's owner is the victim of foul play.
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Polar Express Film Showing
Monday, December 17, 3:30 pm
Library Meeting Room
An inspiring adventure based on the beloved children’s book by Chris Van Allsburg. Children under 18 years of age who arrive within the first 1/2 hour will receive a chance to win a copy of the movie. Light refreshments provided. Rated G.
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Holiday Craft
Tuesday, December 18, 3:30 pm
Makerspace
Make a fun decoration for the holidays! All materials provided. Child must be present to receive craft supplies. Ages 3 years & up, accompanied by an adult.
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Play + Learn Websites
Find games, videos, educational activities, scouting information, and more at these cool sites.
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Homework Helper
Links to sites to help you with your homework, covering math, science, reading, writing, social studies, art, and more.
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NoveList K-8 Plus
Expert reading recommendations from NoveList help younger readers find just the right book. NoveList K-8 Plus includes fiction and nonfiction titles. Find book recommendations based on authors, titles, series, genre, or subject areas. Also includes book reviews, picture book extenders, book discussion guides, book talks, award winners, Lexile reading levels, & more! Log in with your library card number. Don’t have a library card? Sign up now to get an eCard.
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Youth Services
Check out the library events, services, and programs offered for kids ages birth through 18.
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 10-13!
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Michigan City Public Library 100 E. 4th Street Michigan City, Indiana 46360 219-873-3044mclib.org/ |
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