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Welcome to this month's Children's Book Review! This month's installment comes from one of our wonderful Free Library of Philadelphia Children's Librarians, Chris Brown from the… continue reading What do I read after Riordan? - May Children's Book Reviews
By written by Sarah S. May 8, 2014
Today's children's book reviews feature two books by Leslie Patricelli, who seems to really have a knack for writing books for toddlers and preschoolers. Click on the titles to reserve… continue reading Great Toddler Books by Leslie Patricelli
By written by Sarah S. April 11, 2014
Looking for some great books for your children? Our children's librarians are excited to share their expert reviews with you. Today's reviews feature books that encourage us to be thrifty… continue reading Getting Thrifty with Kids: Children's Book Reviews
By written by Sarah S. March 7, 2014
Today's children's book review is a real heartbreaker. Poet Daniel Beaty performed a piece of slam poetry called "Knock Knock" about his relationship with his father. When Daniel… continue reading Knock Knock: My Dad's Dream for Me by Daniel Beaty and Brian Collier - Winner of the 2014 Coretta Scott King Illustrator Award
By written by Sarah S. February 10, 2014 2
Looking for some great books for your children? Our children's librarians are excited to share their expert reviews with you. For this month, we focus on African American history for… continue reading Charlie Parker Played Be Bop by Chris Raschka: A great introduction to African American history for the youngest readers
By written by Sarah S. February 4, 2014
This week, one of the most exciting and prestigious events in children’s literature took place right here in Philadelphia. The American Library Association’s Youth Media Awards are a… continue reading Youth Media Awards have been announced!
By written by Sarah S. January 28, 2014
Looking for some great books for your children? Our children’s librarians are excited to share their expert reviews with you. First in our series of monthly children's book… continue reading Flora & Ulysses by Kate DiCamillo: The Story of a Girl and a Squirrel
By written by Sarah S. January 8, 2014 2
April is National Poetry Month! Sharing poems and songs with your preschool-aged children helps get them ready to read. Nursery rhymes and nonsense verse are especially great in the way they… continue reading Preschool Poetry
By written by Sarah S. April 8, 2013 2
This year, celebrate National Library Week (April 14-20) at any of the Free Library of Philadelphia’s 54 locations city-wide. If you’re looking for literacy-rich, fun activities for… continue reading National Library Week for Preschool Children
By written by Sarah S. April 4, 2013
Something scary is creeping up behind you… Getting closer every day… It’s HALLOWEEN! And if you’re anything like me, you’re putting off costumes until the last… continue reading Halloween Treats
By written by Sarah S. October 19, 2012
Is your little one feeling sniffly and sneezy? Come check out some of these books, and you'll be sure to feel better soon! Bear Feels Sick by Karma Wilson, illustrated by Jane Chapman Poor old… continue reading Take Two Books and Call Me In the Morning
By written by Sarah S. October 9, 2012
The Best Things in Life We here at the Blanche A. Nixon/Cobbs Creek Branch of the Free Library have had the pleasure of working with a lovely young lady, Angelina Smith. Angelina started out as a… continue reading The Best Things in Life
By written by Sarah S. August 22, 2012
Did you know that May 23rd is World Turtle Day? Since 1990, the American Tortoise Rescue has designated this date to "bring attention to turtle conservation issues and highlightn ways each of… continue reading Happy World Turtle Day!
By written by Sarah S. May 18, 2012 2
Celebrate Children’s Book Week at Your Library Next week, May 7 to 13, is the longest running literacy initiative in the United States, Children’s Book Week . Every year, we celebrate… continue reading Celebrate Children's Book Week
By written by Sarah S. May 2, 2012 1
To commemorate the birthday of Hans Christian Andersen on April 2, the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY) has celebrated International Children's Book Day on this day since… continue reading It's International Children's Book Day!
By written by Sarah S. April 2, 2012
You've asked for 'em, now we've got 'em: interactive, talking ebooks for children! TumbleBooks is "an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach kids the… continue reading Introducing TumbleBooks!
By written by Sarah S. February 8, 2012 2
One of the Free Library of Philadelphia’s best and brightest Children’s Librarians can be found at the Independence Branch at 18 South 7 th Street, a neighborhood rich in culture and… continue reading Preschool Spotlight on... Margaret Bernardi
By written by Sarah S. January 5, 2012 4
The holiday season is a time for sharing, and what better gift to share with the young people in your life than books? Here are some great new holiday books for children. Look for them in local… continue reading Great New Holiday Books for Kids
By written by Sarah S. December 5, 2011 3
New picture books hit our shelves almost every day, and two of our new favorites show how good and diverse books for preschoolers Our first pick is Creepy Monsters, Sleepy Monsters: A… continue reading New Monster Book for Preschoolers
By written by Sarah S. November 14, 2011 1
Our Children's Librarians recently asked each other for lists of our favorite Halloween books to share in spooky storytimes and to recommend to little goblins to take home and read with their… continue reading Our favorite books for Halloween!
By written by Sarah S. October 21, 2011 1