YA Grab Bag: Magic, Power and Modern Love
Magical realism, corruption, chance meetings and opposite attractions are all at play in these tales.
Short and Sweet: Books for Teens
Check out an energetic graphic novel, a poetic pep talk, a compact chapter book from one of Pittsburgh’s own and a collection of short stories.
American Dirt Alternatives
The heavily-marketed publication of American Dirt by Jeanine Cummins has caused quite a stir.
Early Learning BLAST’s Selected Giveaway Books
The Early Learning Bringing Libraries and Schools Together (BLAST) program gives a specially selected book each month to every Head Start Supplemental Assistance Program (HSSAP) classroom we visit. We choose … Continued
Love That Dog
When Jack’s English teacher makes the whole class keep a journal during their poetry unit, he slowly begins to appreciate not just reading famous poems, but also writing his own.
A Children’s & Teen Librarian’s Grab Bag
If you are one of those people “just looking for a good book”, take a look at this grab bag of book suggestions for age 0-99!
Let Them Eat Chaos by Kate Tempest
This poem shows us the storm. Forcing us to stand in the rain as it pours its heart out, hoping we see the life line to a better tomorrow.
Coding Concepts for Little Learners
Encourage STEM thinking with these books that support early math and precoding skills.
Eternal Graffiti
National Poetry Month is the perfect time to explore and create different types of poetry.
Powerful Poetry
Hope and lament, grief and celebration, all are on offer in some of our newest titles from African American poets.