Items tagged "books"

Banned Books Week 2020

Sometimes there are good reasons for a book to be removed from the library. It may contain information that’s out-of-date. Maybe the pages are falling out. Perhaps an excited child added embellishments in crayon. Working with kids, I’ve seen that more than once! Other times, individuals or groups ask libraries to remove a book because […]

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/banned-books-week-2020/

Top eBook Borrows for Adults in 2020

Curious about what your fellow library users in Pittsburgh are reading? Then check out these top eBook borrows from 2020!

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/top-ebook-borrows-for-adults-in-2020/

Real Imaginary Lives

It’s fascinating to think about the lives of historical figures. Perhaps that’s why so many authors try their hands at imagining the internal and external lives of famous figures, bringing them closer to the world of contemporary readers by coloring facts and dates with feelings and fiction.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/real-imaginary-lives/

Library Supporters Provide a Summer Surprise

This summer, families across the city have had to dig deep. There’s been a lot of making do, looking on the bright side and celebrating the small victories. On a recent summer afternoon, being able to pick any book they wanted from a brightly-colored display at Warrington Rec Center in Knoxville was “The best thing that’s happened all week,” said one mom as she examined the choices with her two children. Thanks to the generous […]

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/library-supporters-provide-a-summer-surprise/

Why We Love Talking Animals

There’s a long tradition of anthropomorphic animals (animals that act like humans) in fiction. From mice to elephants and everything in between, they’re all over our books and movies. I began to wonder why so many people love these stories.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/why-we-love-talking-animals/

Daydream About PhenomeCON With These Book Suggestions

This week, Teenspace staff would normally be polishing logistics for PhenomeCON, the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh teens-only fandom convention. Even though we can’t get together this year, we still want to celebrate love of fandoms. Read on to find book suggestions.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/daydream-about-phenomecon-with-these-book-suggestions/

Reimagining Summer Reading with Chase

This year, with school, summer camps and childcare abruptly altered, reading over the summer is more important than ever in order for children to maintain grade-level skills and stay curious and excited to learn. Encouraging children to read and practice their literacy skills over the summer is always part of Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh’s mission […]

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/reimagining-summer-reading-with-chase/

Keeping Kids Busy This Summer

Many of us are staying home right now, but that doesn’t mean families can’t have a good time. There are lots of ways to keep kids happy and entertained, even if the call of the playground can’t be answered. If you need a little inspiration, try these ideas…

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/keeping-kids-busy-this-summer/

Want to Do Your Own Readers’ Advisory?

While we love helping you find great reads and want to find the right book just for you, we also recognize that many of us love to explore on our own. Being able to go into the stacks to scan the shelves, scout out the new book area, and check out what has been put […]

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/want-to-do-your-own-readers-advisory/

An Introduction to Manga

This is a brief introduction to the wonderful world of manga designed for educators, parents, librarians and manga enthusiasts.

https://www.carnegielibrary.org/an-introduction-to-manga/