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Asian and Pacific Islander Voices: A Reading List for Grade School
We hope these selections serve to spotlight #ownvoices stories by authors of Asian and Pacific Islander heritage, introduce readers to diverse writers and perspectives, and educate and encourage a dialogue Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on April 2, 2021
Women’s History Month: A Reading List for Grade School
In honor of Women's History Month, we've selected titles focusing on the lives of women and girls throughout the past and into the present day. We hope these selections serve Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on March 8, 2021
Black History Month: A Reading list for Grade School
Celebrate Black History Month with books by Black authors and writing focusing on Black characters, history, and culture. We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of Black history and experiences, as well as highlight authors and stories from a variety of genres.
Posted by Book Rex on February 10, 2021
Hobbies for the Holidays
Time off, whether it's for school breaks, shutdowns, or much needed R&R, is a great time to explore your interests or pick up something new. With this list of instructional books, explore your hobbies and find endless possibilities to utilize your time off with learning!
Posted by Book Rex on December 22, 2020
Disability & Neurodiversity: A Reading List for Grade School
We hope these selections serve to educate, entertain, amplify disabled voices, and encourage a dialogue on topics of disability and neurodiversity.
Posted by Book Rex on December 21, 2020
One Community, Many Voices: A Grade School Reading List
This list is a great way to start your Westmont Reads experience. WPL librarians have selected titles for all ages by authors from a wide range of communities, backgrounds, experiences, Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on December 13, 2020
Native Nations: A Reading List for Grade School
We hope these selections serve to educate, celebrate, and encourage dialogue on the diverse nations, cultures, and experiences of Native peoples throughout North America. Celebrate Native American Heritage Month—and continue Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on November 9, 2020
Voting and Elections: A Reading List for Children and Families
We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of voting in the US, from ongoing fights for equal voting rights and fair elections to the Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on October 5, 2020
Mass Incarceration: A Reading List for Children and Families
We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of incarceration and the impact of mass incarceration on individuals, families, and communities.
Posted by Book Rex on September 8, 2020
Immigrant and Refugee Experiences: A Reading List for Grade School
We hope these selections serve to educate, and encourage a dialogue on topics of immigration and displacement, as well as spotlight immigrant and refugee experiences from a variety of places, Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on August 2, 2020
What’s Cooking? A Cookbook List for Kids
Check out these staff-tested cookbooks for kids, and find inspiration to create something wonderful in the kitchen!
Posted by Kristi M. on July 20, 2020
Own Voices: A Reading List for Grade School
The #ownvoices hashtag was created by author Corinne Duyvis to spotlight books about characters with marginalized identities created by authors who share the same marginalized identity (or identities). The character Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on July 2, 2020
Race, Racism, and Black Lives: A Reading List for Children & Families
We hope these selections serve to educate and encourage a dialogue on topics of racial justice, especially centering Black lives, voices, and communities.
Posted by Book Rex on June 9, 2020
The One and Only Ivan
“With enough time, you can get used to almost anything.” This book is a fictional story based on Ivan the Silverback, who lived out the end of his life in Read more...
Posted by Book Rex on April 13, 2020
City of Ghosts
Cassidy is a 12 year old girl who, after a near death experience, is able to walk the thin line between the living and the dead. Her best friend and Read more...