THE CHRISTMAS PUPPY by Roberta Grobel Intrater

The Christmas Puppy by Roberta Grobel intrater is the heartwarming story of a boy and his new puppy, Tina.  Tina who is adorable and mischievous, wins the hearts of all in her family.  Later with Tina disappears and is found by a homeless man suffering with loss of love and family, the boy must make a difficult decision - one that will "break" his heart.  This short novel is an easy read and can be found under J INT at your local Sequoyah Regional Library branch.

Books about puppies can be bought through our E-materials link on our website at http://www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org/.  Buying books through this link will help fund more e-books for you to check out. 

CLAUDE THE DOG by Dick Gackenbach

Claude the Dog is a sweet Christmas story about sharing what you have with someone less fortunate.  The illustrations are beautifully drawn and will capture your heart.  This book is a quick read and can be found at E GAC in your favorite Sequoyah Regional Library branch.

Christmas books can be purchased through our E-Materials link on our website at http://www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org/.  Buyibng books through this link will help fund ebooks for you to check out. 

THE CASE OF THE SANTA CLAUS MYSTERY by James Preller

Jigsaw Jones who is a second grade detective, has just been hired by Sally Ann Simms to grant her one wish.  She wants to meet Santa.  You know, has a white beard, wears a red suit and drives a sleigh.  Jigsaw and his friend, Mila, always get their man.  But - will they succeed this time?  This book is a fun, easy holiday read that can be found in J PRE.

Finding funding to purchase new books is always a mystery around the library.  You can help by purchasing books through our E-Materials link on our website at http://www.sequoyahregionallibrary.org/.  You can buy books for Christmas presents  or for youself from your favorite vendors and your purchase will help us buy e-books for you to check out. 

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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