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It’s a buzz-term, but it may be one of the most important health issues facing our youngest residents. Early Literacy is the phrase we use for what very young children should know about reading and writing before they can actually read and write.

As parents or caregivers, you want as much interaction with the kids as possible in 5 key skill areas: reading, writing, playing, talking, and singing.

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What are you doing this Friday night?  Once upon a time (before my dear husband and kids and well, middle age), Friday nights were for hot nights on the town.

These days I've got other things on my agenda.

Namely a hot date with my couch, a little red wine and a foreign TV series.

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You as a parent might be thinking "Oh no! Not comics!" Youth Services staff say YES! While we recommend comics to kids of all ages, today we're specifically focusing on kids who are beginning to read. Steph (AKA Preschool Liaison Librarian) and Cheryl (AKA kids comic expert) will break down why you need to start incorporating comics into your family reading time. 

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Fiction scares me.

No, really.

I gravitate pretty exclusively to nonfiction.

But in my mind, I've been a fiction reader wannabe. Year after year, I've promised myself to just do it. To start digesting fiction.

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We know everyone loves the new book section. Not only are the books fresh, but the section is smaller and approachable. We have recently created special interest displays on the 4th floor that have been curated with the same principles in mind.

Just try to browse our new politics display or cookbook display and NOT check something out.

Continue Reading "Special Interests are Transparent on the 4th floor." →