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EARLY LITERACY SKILLS

What we know about reading and the brain

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With school almost back in session, it seems like a good time for a lesson in brain science...literally. But don't worry, our friends at Reading Rockets have made it pretty easy.

Understanding how brains learn to read is a good start to understand reading challenges your child might face.

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EVENTS FOR LITTLES

Storytimes in Elwood on Tuesdays at 10:15 and Manhattan Fridays at 10:15

Wiggle out those worries

August's Storytime theme explores the wide world of feelings from the butterflies in our bellies to the sparkles of happiness in our hearts. Through expressive stories, songs, and activities kids will learn to name their emotions and understand that every feeling has a place.

Elwood Storytimes

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Manhattan Storytimes

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Barbie Party Saturday August 9th from 11am-noon. Crafts, games, photo ops, face painting, and more!

BARBIE FANS--IT'S TIME TO PARTY

Get ready for a sparkling, giggle-filled celebration of all things Barbie at the Manhattan Branch! Bring your favorite Barbie or use ours for a full hour of creative fun.

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NEW BOOKS FOR CHILDREN

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That's Not Funny, David!

David Shannon

David is determined to get laughs out of everyone, even those who don't find his antics amusing, from cannonballs into the pool to telling jokes during class, in a companion to the Caldecott Honor-winning No, David!.

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Hey, Bruce!

Ryan T. Higgins

In this special interactive addition to the award-winning Mother Bruce series, Bruce the bear is at the mercy of Rupert, Thistle and Nibs, the fun-loving mice in his begrudgingly expansive family, as he follows their increasingly silly instructions.

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Just What To Do

Kyle Lukoff

This beautiful and compassionate picture book offers an important lesson about how to offer comfort to loved ones by setting aside your assumptions and following their lead.

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Mr. Fox's Game of "No!"

David LaRochelle

Can you beat Mr. Fox at his Game of No? The rules are simple: every time he asks a question, you must respond with 'NO.' If you accidentally say 'YES,' then it's back to the beginning of the book for you, where you must start all over again.

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Knight Owls

Eric Seltzer

A giggle-inducing rhyming story by the award-winning author of Four Pups and a Worm finds a troop of brave knight owls on a mission to find a dragon, save their kingdom and find time for a snack.

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Big Shark, Little Shark, and the Spooky Cave

Anna Membrino

Big Shark is scared! The cave looks far too dark and spooky to swim into. But Little Shark isn't scared in the least! Can he coax Big Shark to explore? Some exciting surprises are waiting deep in the spooky cave!

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A Day in the Life of a Teacher

Paige Towler

Children will improve their reading skills and learn about a day in the life of a teacher, in a fun-filled, nonfiction reader that shows authentic images of a day's work for a teacher.

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Stack the Cats

Susie Ghahremani

A smile-inducing story about counting and organizing cats invites the youngest children to attempt counting a stacked group of cats with minds of their own who depart until there is only one proud kitty remaining.

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Paletas: A High Contrast Bilingual Book

Aaron James Bowersock

A board book filled with simple text, bold patterns and sweet imagery provides a high-contrast learning experience for little ones' developing eyes and introduces them to the names of ice pop flavors in English and Spanish.

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Love you too

Alastair Heim

An interactive picture book story about a father and daughter's fun-filled day follows a daddy pig and his child, who share meals, ride bikes, play games and more while repeating messages of love to each other.

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I Take Care of My Puppy

Michael H. Slack

Teaching the joy of taking care of a puppy, and the hard work it entails, this fun-filled introduction to pet ownership provides the basics with the help of durable push-pull tabs.

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