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Picture Books January 2026 |
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Book Bingo
On January 1, 2026, we're kicking off Book Bingo, a winter reading challenge for adults. Participants who read 5 books between January 1 and February 28, 2026 will earn a library-branded mug (while supplies last) AND be entered in a drawing for an exclusive prize pack. Participants who read 25 books between January 1 and February 28, 2026 will be entered into a grand prize drawing that includes an iPad, a YMCA annual membership, and 2 VIP tickets to Literary Voices featuring author Johnathan Franzen.
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Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library is a book gifting program that provides a FREE book each month for a child from the time they are born until their 5th birthday. Register your child to receive a free, age-appropriate, high-quality, personalized book mailed directly to their home each month.
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Friends of the Library BooksaleJoin us at the Friends of the Library Booksale at the Oklahoma State Fairgrounds Sat, Feb 21 from 9a-5p and Sun, Feb 22 from 10a-4p. Fri, Feb 20 from 1-7p is a Members Only Pre-Sale event while Saturday and Sunday will be open to the public for free. MEMBERSHIP SALES WILL CLOSE Jan 30, 2026, and you can become a member of the Friends for only $15 at https://supportmls.org/fol/booksale/.
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| The Spectacular Space Loop by Javi de CastroBudding graphic novel fans will be fascinated by this tale of astronaut Cosmo, not only because of his zany adventures with robots, aliens, and magicians, but also because the book can be read right side up and upside down. Color-coded speech bubbles will keep readers flying through this perspective-shifting science fiction story.
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| Paper Chase by Julia Donaldson; illustrated by Victoria SandøyWhen Ginger's paper airplane collides with James' book under the tallest tree in the forest, it kicks off a friendship full of joyful, imaginative play. This endearing story in verse also depicts how trees become paper, and how natural resources should be used respectfully.
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| Making Art by Diana EjaitaBeginning with an invitation -- "let's look around and make some art" -- this paean to creativity encourages children to channel their feelings into dancing, writing, making music, or crafting visual art. Deep colors and big, bold illustrations add plenty of visual verve. Read-alike: The Idea in You, by musician Questlove. |
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| A Knot Is Not a Tangle by Daniel Nayeri; illustrated by Vesper StamperPrecious time spent with his grandparents becomes even more special for one Iranian boy as his grandmother teaches him the ancient art of Persian rug-making. Intricately detailed watercolor art captures their step-by-step process, including the addition of a purposeful flaw as a defense against perfectionism.
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| Meet the Smushkins by Claudia RuedaBig-eyed and endearing, a group of creature-like Smushkins daydream about the perfect house. Each adds to the list of necessities: big windows, an apple tree, easy access to ice cream and library books… Luckily, they all agree about the best quality in a home: that it's full of Smushkins. Kirkus Reviews calls this series opener "aspirational and friendly." |
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| We Always Had Wings by Jess X. SnowWhen Little Snow confesses that she's nervous about flying on a plane to visit relatives in China for Lunar New Year, Mama reminds her that "we belong in the sky." Mama's soothing story about their migrating crane ancestors spills into the illustrations, leading to a sweetly surreal conclusion for the whole family. |
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Contact your librarian for more great books for ages 0-8! |
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Coding & STEAM Programming Dates and times vary Multiple Locations Full STEAM ahead!!! Come explore in an interactive setting that will challenge your creativity and reasoning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each session will present its own set of challenges. From coding, robotics to building and more... join us and find out what the next challenge may be!
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Multiple Locations
Want to be a more confident reader? Build "pawsitive" self-esteem and improve your reading skills while reading aloud to certified therapy dogs at the library. |
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