HOOPS by Robert Burleigh

Little kids love picture books that feature rhymes and wordplay. Once they get beyond the elementary school years, however, they often give up on books that feature poetic language, believing them to be too difficult, too boring, or too "unrelatable." Burleigh's Hoops looks like a picture book but targets the older elementary school reader. Because it is about basketball, it is a good choice for reluctant readers, athletes, and boys in general, especially if they are required to read a "poetry" book. The illustrations by Caldecott honor award winner Stephen T. Johnson are gorgeous, and COOL, and the unstructured text of the poem is accessible. Word images abound on every page and even if you never played the game, you can really imagine feeling "the asphalt burning beneath your shoes. The two-of-you rhythm. The know-where-everyone-is without having to look." This book can be found in in the Juvenile Nonfiction section at J 811.54 BUR.

Need a gift suggestion?  Why not give a book and help the library at the same time.  You can purchase books through your favorite online vendor by going to the E-Materials link on our website at http://www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org/.  All proceeds will help us buy e-books. 

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NEW SOCKS by Bob Shea

NEW SOCKS by Bob Shea

Who knew new socks could be so fun and even get you an invitation to meet the president? Wow, some pretty amazing socks! Simple illustrations, witty text, this duck finds all the joys of owning a new pair of socks. If a new pair of socks are this great just think what a new pair of pants will do! You can find this book in the Youth Department under E SHE.





Need new socks and a book?  Maybe you would like to give a book for Christmas.  You can make your purchase through your favorite online vendors and help the library buy more e-books by going through our E-Materials link at http://www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org/

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If you like DIARY OF A WIMPY KID

So you've read Diary of a Wimpy Kid, now what?  Here are a few suggestions to consider:


Attack of the Mutant Underwear by Tom Birdseye   J BIR

Dear Max by D. J. Lucas     J GRI

Riot Brothers by Mary Amato     J AMA

Frindle by Andrew Clements     J CLE

Middle School is Worse than Meatloaf by Jennifer L. Holm     J HOL

Miss Daisy is Crazy by Dan Gutman     J GUT

Sideways Stories from Wayside School by Louis Sachar     J SAC

Stink stories by Megan McDonald     by J MCD

The new Diary of a Wimpy Kid comes out today.  We have a copy for you to read here at the library, but if you would like to purchase one to give as a gift please go through our E-Materials link on our website at http://www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org/.  You can purchase from your favorite online vendor and in doing so you will help us fund e-books for the library. 

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WHEN GORILLA GOES WALKING by Nikki Grimes

When Cecilia begs her mother for a pet, she gets a tail -less cat she names Gorilla. Gorilla's personality shines in this picture book told in lyrical poetry. Gorilla is one cool feline - affectionate, haughty, fierce, and empathetic. Cecilia learns, as most cat owners eventually do, that it isn't easy "remembering who [is] boss." She eventually gets the hang of it, realizing that she's Gorilla's human, not the other way around, and we see Cecelia doing the running, jumping, and fetching. When Gorilla Goes Walking is a sweet story about the bonds that are formed between a pet and a child that last through the fun times, the sad times, the sick times, and of course, the dreaded trip-to-the vet times. Teachers and parents can find storybook extension activities at the author's website (http://www.nikkigrimes.com/teacher/goril1.html). One the library shelf at E GRI.

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A STORY FOR BEAR by Dennis Haseley

A STORY FOR BEAR by Dennis Haseley

The illustrations by Jim LaMarche alone make this book a joy to read. Put with them the sweet story of a bear who is curious about words and a woman in a summer cabin who loves to read outside under the trees and you have the combination of a gentle, calming story of friendship. Look for this book in the Youth Department under E HAS.

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