Children’s Reads
By Tamra Headrick, Library Assistant, Youth Services
Journey
By Aaron Becker
The beauty of a wordless book is that each time you read it with a child, the story changes. This delightful illustrated story follows the adventures of a lonely young girl who travels to distant places with only her imagination and a red crayon. (Ages 4+)
Locomotive
By Brian Floca
It is the summer of 1869 and families are traveling together, riding America’s brand-new transcontinental railroad. These pages come alive with the details of the trip and the sounds, speed and strength of the mighty locomotives. Winner of the 2014 Caldecott Medal, this book will entrance train lovers. (Ages 4+)
The Year of Billy Miller
By Kevin Henkes
Is second grade really that bad? It starts out that way for Billy Miller. Billy tackles his problems with the help of his friends and family in this great read-aloud, which is a Newbery Honor book. (Ages 8-12)
Counting by 7s
By Holly Goldberg Sloan
Quirky genius Willow Chance has a hard time making friends, but friends are what she needs when she faces an unthinkable tragedy. Those who come to her aid find their lives improving in unexpected ways. (Ages 10+)
Adult Reads
By Mary Biscuso, Library Assistant, Adult Services
Reign of Error: The Hoax of the Privatization Movement and the Danger to America’s Public Schools
By Diane Ravitch
Former Secretary of Education Ravitch pitches an impassioned and well-researched plea against the rising privatization of schools, a trend that she argues is draining energy and needed funds from our public school systems.
I am Malala: The Girl Who Stood Up for Education and Was Shot by the Taliban
By Malala Yousafzai
Fifteen-year-old Malala Yousafzai never dreamed that by speaking out against the Taliban’s harsh opposition to female education, she’d be shot and become instantly famous as a spokesperson for women’s rights. Her moving story has inspired countless others to join her in her goal to gain equal access to education for everyone.
Kinetic Golf: Picture the Game Like Never Before
By Nick Bradley
Multiple photos and spot-on insights accompany Bradley’s popular new book that will appeal to all golfers, from novices to pros.
18 in America: A Young Golfer’s Epic Journey to Find the Essence of the Game
By Dylan Dethier
Seventeen-year-old Dethier postponed college to follow his dream of playing a round of golf in each of the lower 48 states. This unique and thoughtful coming-of-age story is sure to appeal to every golf fan.
