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Three on a Theme: Mythological Tricksters

Votes have been counted and it's time for this month's Three on a Theme recommendations!

This month's options were MYTHOLOGICAL TRICKSTERS vs. PROBLEM-SOLVING PROTAGONISTS and the winner by just one vote was…MYTHOLOGICAL TRICKSTERS!

Check out three of Elizabeth’s recommendations for retellings of our favorite mythological tricksters! Links for each title below.
TELL US in the comments – what’s your favorite mythology retelling? And let us know if you plan to check out any of these titles!

All three recommendations available instantly via hoopla digital!
“Loki: Agent of Asgard Vol. 1” by Al Ewing |“The Wicked + The Divine Vols. 1: The Faust Act” by Kieron Gillen | “Aru Shah and the End of Time” by Roshani Chokshi

Posted by [email protected] On Apr 22, 2021 at 4:47 PM

Reader's Corner: "Into the Drowning Deep" by Mira Grant

APL Reader's Corner
with Tess & Elizabeth

Welcome to APL Reader’s Corner! This month we are reading "Into the Drowning Deep" by Mira Grant. Let us know what you think about the book in the comments!

Check it out instantly as a digital audiobook from hoopla digital here.

INTO THE DROWNING DEEP
New York Times bestselling author Mira Grant, author of the renowned Newsflesh series, returns with a novel that takes us to a new world of ancient mysteries and mythological dangers come to life. The ocean is home to many myths, But some are deadly...Seven years ago the Atargatis set off on a voyage to the Mariana Trench to film a mockumentary bringing to life ancient sea creatures of legend. It was lost at sea with all hands. Some have called it a hoax; others have called it a tragedy. Now a new crew has been assembled. But this time they're not out to entertain. Some seek to validate their life's work. Some seek the greatest hunt of all. Some seek the truth. But for the ambitious young scientist Victoria Stewart this is a voyage to uncover the fate of the sister she lost. Whatever the truth may be, it will only be found below the waves. But the secrets of the deep come with a price.

Posted by [email protected] On Apr 15, 2021 at 12:31 PM

HELLO: The Letter J (Week 2)

Join us each week as we learn about the letter of the month, each week focusing on a different activity or skill!

April's letter of the month is J and the word of the month is JELLYFISH! This week, we learn more about jellyfish, including how to spell it and sign it in American Sign Language!
Visit your library and pick up a free Grab & Go jellyfish craft kit (available while supplies last).

Posted by [email protected] On Apr 15, 2021 at 10:57 AM

APL How-To: DIY Denim Dog Toy

by Nicole

Upcycle old jeans into a new toy for a furry friend! Nicole shows how to make a DIY denim dog toy in today’s APL How-To!

Posted by [email protected] On Apr 09, 2021 at 1:03 PM

HELLO: The Letter J (Week 1)

Join us each week as we learn about the letter of the month, each week focusing on a different activity or skill!

April's letter of the month is J and the word of the month is JELLYFISH! This week, we introduce the letter J and share how to say it, write it and sign it! Visit your library and pick up a free Grab & Go jellyfish craft kit (available while supplies last).

Posted by [email protected] On Apr 08, 2021 at 10:49 AM

Read Across America!

Read Across America (Week 3)
by Stacy

Read Across America is a year-long celebration of all things reading! Starting in August and ending in July, Read Across America is about making time to read with kids and showing how reading is important and fun!

If we are going to create more readers, more writers, people who feel included and recognized, and people who understand that the world is far richer than just their experiences alone, kids need books that are as diverse and complex as the society we live in.

Join us as we read across the country with Books Across America! Enjoy the comforts of reading in your own state, or travel the map to explore something new!

Check out recommendations for each state below!
See a book you want to read? Click on the title to be taken to our catalog or Prospector to place a hold or borrow instantly!

Posted by [email protected] On Apr 07, 2021 at 4:10 PM

Make & Learn: Egg Matching Game

Welcome to Make & Learn! In this program, our librarians will be sharing easy-to-make games and activities that support cognitive development and practicing early literacy skills. In this video, Miss Sara shares a fun way to repurpose Easter eggs (after all the jellybeans are eaten, of course!). Create a fun matching game that helps practice letter knowledge and fine motor skills.

Posted by [email protected] On Mar 30, 2021 at 8:20 AM

Three on a Theme: Hate to Love

Votes have been counted and it's time for this month's Three on a Theme recommendations!
This month's options were HEROES WITH TITLES vs. HATE TO LOVE and the winner, in a landslide, was…HATE TO LOVE!

Check out three of Tessy’s recommendations of love stories that didn’t quite start out with love! Links for each title below.

TELL US in the comments – what’s your favorite enemies to lovers book?
And let us know if you plan to check out any of these titles!

Ready to read? Check out this week's suggestions from our library!
- “A Pho Love Story” by Loan Le
- “Red, White & Royal Blue” by Casey McQuiston
- “The Hating Game” by Sally Thorne

Posted by [email protected] On Mar 26, 2021 at 9:33 AM

HELLO: The Letter I (Week 3)

Posted by [email protected] On Mar 25, 2021 at 11:52 AM

HELLO: The Letter I (Week 4)

Join us each week as we learn about the letter of the month, each week focusing on a different activity or skill!

March's letter of the month is I and the word of the month is ICE CREAM! This week, we're sharing some fun and easy tips to practice HELLO at home, including language development & learning about science! Don't forget to visit your library and pick up a free Grab & Go ice cream craft kit!

Posted by [email protected] On Mar 25, 2021 at 11:44 AM

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