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Conquer a New Genre

Are you in a reading rut? Summer is a great time to try something new.

Use the drop-down menus on the Kids Book Lists page and May We Suggest blog to generate suggestions for a brand new read. Try a graphic novel, audiobook or ebook for a fresh reading experience. If you're feeling brave, combine a new format with a genre you've never read before to truly conquer this badge.

Can't find anything inspiring? Fill out the May We Suggest form to receive personal recommendations.
Jun 18, 2012

Children's Holiday Books Have Moved

The Children's Holiday Book collection has moved. Holiday picture books, including those about Valentine's Day, can be found on the Children's Holiday Book shelf, located between the Baby Nook and the J CD collection. Please ask at the Children's Desk if you need assistance locating an item.
Feb 09, 2012

Working on a Project?

Did you know that our Copy Station not only offers a place to print documents, but also has the resources to staple, hole-punch or cut your documents? A stapler, hole-punch and scissors are available at the Copy Station during regular library hours. If you come to the library to work on a project, you may make use of our Social Zones to put your project together, but you must bring any additional supplies.
Feb 07, 2012

Reading Assistance Dog Program

This program has been cancelled for Monday, January 23, only.

Kids and Tweens in grades K-6, improve your reading skills and make a new friend by reading aloud to a dog. Sign up begins at 6:25 PM and is on a first come, first served basis. Sessions are 10 minutes long.

Program Date: Monday, January 23, 6:30-8:30 PM

Jan 23, 2012

Hair Clip Fun

Tweens and Teens can show off your style and creativity by designing a flower clip for your hair out of a used soda can. All supplies will be provided.

Registration begins December 3 at 9:00 AM

Program Date: December 17 at 1:00 PM
Oct 20, 2011

Kiwanis Storytime

On Thursday, November 10 from 7:00-7:45 PM, members of the Kiwanis Club of Canton will read stories and offer other fun activities. All ages welcome.
Oct 18, 2011

Plush Pets

Come to the library to celebrate your plush pets!

Thursday, October 13 at 7:00 PM
Register beginning September 29

Children, ages 3-5 with a caregiver, are invited to this program with their favorite stuffed animal. We will share some great stories and a snack with our special pets.
Sep 29, 2011

Pretzel People Party

Looking for some creative fun with food?
Register for our Pretzel People Party!

Create a pretzel person with a variety of pretzel shapes. Play a pretzel game, learn some fun facts about pretzels in other countries and party down with pretzel people!

Monday, October 3 at 7:00 PM
For third-sixth graders.
Sep 19, 2011

Something's Missing in the Children's DVD Collection

Beginning today, the J DVD collection is getting an update. Over the next month each J DVD will get a new three-letter label. These labels (that look just like the ones on the Adult DVDs) will make it easier to find the titles you're looking for.

J DVDs will not be available for check-out while they are being re-labeled. The good news is that each movie should be unavailable for less than one day. If you need help finding what you're looking for, please ask one of the librarians at the Children's Reference Desk.
May 16, 2011

Where are the Playaways?

We are in the process of withdrawing our Playaway audiobook collection. If you are looking for a good audiobook, many titles are available in other audio formats. Click on a link to browse our newestNeed help finding what you're looking for? Our librarians are ready to assist you.
Apr 19, 2011

Cookery for Kids

Love a book so much you wish you could eat it? Try making a few of these yummy recipes featured in your favorite books or inspired by your favorite characters.

Turkish delight & treasure hunts: delightful treats and games from classic children's books by Jane Brocket

The kids' book club book: reading ideas, recipes, activities, and smart tips for organizing terrific kids' book clubs by Judy Gelman and Vicki Levy Krupp

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Feb 24, 2011

History, boring? Never!

Looking for some fun historical reads? Look no further.

Sugar changed the world: a story of magic, spice, slavery, freedom, and science by Marc Aronson and Marina Budhos

Countdown by Deborah Wiles

Journey into Mohawk Country as written by H.M. van den Bogaert with artwork by George O'Connor and color by Hilary Sycamore

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Jan 13, 2011

Where Did All the Board Books Go?

Looking for those little books perfect for little hands?

Our board book collection has moved. If you're searching for a sturdy book just right for your exploring young child, look no further. The board books now live in our new Baby Nook!
Jan 13, 2011

A Mixed Bag of Teen Reads from 2010

Some of my favorite teen books from 2010 include fantasy, historical fiction, and a few plain old realistic fiction reads.

Ostrich boys by Keith Gray

Sisters red by Jackson Pearce

Countdown by Deborah Wiles

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Dec 13, 2010

Never Too Sick to Enjoy These Holiday Movies

It seems like the holidays are also peak sickness time. After spending my Thanksgiving under the weather, I came up with my favorite holiday movies that I'm never too sick to enjoy.

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch stole Christmas!





White Christmas





Christmas in Connecticut




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Nov 29, 2010