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girl reading with a dragon October 2, 2024 · Arion Beals Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Dragons Embark on a magical journey with fantastical dragon books that will keep young readers enthralled. thumbs up August 18, 2024 · Marlana Hodgkinson Kid Tested Librarian Recommended: Always something new to learn There's always something new to learn, when you've got a page to turn! Read to discover new ideas, skills, people and places. Perhaps you'll even discover something new about yourself. boy reading in grass July 18, 2024 · Emily Bays Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Sibling adventures Any adventure is twice as fun is when there’s a sibling to share it with. Check out the exciting books we recommend. happy girl June 7, 2024 · Marlana Hodgkinson Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Tantalizing summer stories Summer is an excellent time to pick an amazing book and READ! Books are a great way to Relax and Enjoy a story, to go on an Adventure or to Discover something new. boy with glasses reading May 9, 2024 · Arion Beals Kid Tested, Librarian Recommened: Uncover Mysteries Check out amazing mysteries from the Kids Library. Can you solve the mystery before the detectives reveal the truth? magical garden April 11, 2024 · Rachael Schmidtlein Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Magical Gardens Check out fantastic books that focus on kids in the garden. boy reading March 27, 2024 · Linda Gerwick Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: The heart & soul of history Historical fiction asks you to stand beside the characters and "feel" the courage, heartache and adventure right down into your heart and soul. margic book February 8, 2024 · Emily Bays Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: A foot in each world Have a new adventure in a fantasy land and then come back safe and sound to the world we love. taking photo January 4, 2024 · Marlana Hodgkinson Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Discover a new hobby Find books to inspire & coach as you develop your interests. If it's something you enjoy, it will be fulfilling & rewarding! happy kids in snow December 18, 2023 · Linda Gerwick Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Winter wonderland Get cozy with a fantastic wintry middle grade book or two. Linda has adventurous recommendations. cozy reading November 1, 2023 · Arion Beals Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: New chapter books for emerging readers Arion recommends fun chapter books that will keep beginning readers engaged. reading October 24, 2023 · Rachael Schmidtlein Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Spooky Rachael recommends scary middle grade reads for brave kids. books September 18, 2023 · Linda Gerwick Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Fire & ice Linda recommends heart-pounding adventures of kids escaping wildfires & frosty fantasies full of icy beasties. thumbs up August 4, 2023 · Marlana Hodgkinson Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Dog days of summer Marlana recommends cool middle grade books, which may or may not include a dog, guaranteed to help you beat the heat. boy and books July 14, 2023 · Natalie Moreland Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Novels in verse Explore kids books written by poets who really pay attention to the power of language. kids running May 31, 2023 · Arion Beals Kid Tested Librarian, Approved: Get outdoors If you're planning a day of family fun or entertaining a group of kids, playing outside can be the perfect answer. kids reading May 15, 2023 · Rachael Schmidtlein Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month Rachel recommends middle grade fiction that celebrates Asian American & Pacific Islander characters & authors. kid tested April 19, 2023 · Linda Gerwick Kid Tested Librarian Approved: Award winners Linda recommends her favorite award-winning middle grade books full of brave kids & adventures. half a chance 1920x500 March 3, 2023 · Marlana Hodgkinson Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Happy coincidences Marlana recommends stories with unexpectedly happy endings. boy looking up February 6, 2023 · Natalie Moreland Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: True tales Natalie highlights exciting nonfiction reads for middle graders. graphic people reading January 11, 2023 · Arion Beals Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: graphic novels Arion recommends fun graphic novels for middle grade readers. brain featured August 4, 2022 · Rachael Schmidtlein Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Nonfiction graphic novels Rachael recommends dramatic & entertaining nonfiction graphic novels for middle grade readers. Lizard featured 1920x500 March 18, 2016 · Jacquelyn Hurst Creature Feature: Italian Wall Lizard Native to Northern Italy this lizard has found a home in Topeka. Frog Featured 1920x500 December 16, 2013 · Jason Lamb Creature Feature: Frogsicle? Have you ever wondered how a tree frog survives this cold weather? Find out with animal expert, Jackie Hurst. Frogsicle, anyone?
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