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Reviewed by Stephanie H. 

I love Ada! Ada and this character-driven historical fiction won many awards, including the Newbery Honor book. She and her younger brother Jamie are evacuated from London to the English countryside during World War II. Away from the bombings and their abusive mother, they find the rural setting and their new caregiver both frightening and joyful. 

Kids , Travel & Places, History, Read
October 23, 2018
If You Like The Princess in Black
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Enjoy these other fun adventure stories for early readers and beyond.

Read-a-Likes
July 31, 2018
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Women’s History Month is almost over, but it’s not too late to check out some of our great children’s books featuring strong female characters. Browse our Women's History Month display in the Downtown Library Children's Area until the end of March—and celebrate women’s history throughout the year with books that inspire and delight young readers.

Kids , History
March 21, 2018
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It's that time of year for cheering on our favorite children's books—the 2018 ALA Youth Media Awards are upon us. On February 12, the best of the best books, videos, and other media for children and teens are announced at the American Library Association's annual conference, and we'll be here at the Library watching.

Kids , Award Winner
January 31, 2018

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The world needs terrific inventors—so every January 17th, the world celebrates Kid Inventors' Day! Encourage the creativity of a young inventor you know by reading these inspiring tales of creation and innovation together.

Kids , Science
January 17, 2018

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PHOTO: LEE ADLAF

Kids , Animals
December 7, 2017
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Thanksgiving isn’t all about pilgrims and turkey. Take a moment this holiday to acknowledge the experiences of Native Americans, in Indiana and beyond.

Special Collections
November 9, 2017

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Happy Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)! The celebration begins on October 31 and runs through November 2.

Kids , Holidays & Cultural Celebrations
October 31, 2017
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Books featuring characters who are immigrants or refugees, and nonfiction books about the immigrant experience throughout history.

Let's Talk About...
October 26, 2017

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Can you believe it’s been 40 years since Star Wars first made the jump into theaters? Since then it's been taking the world by force, igniting the imaginations of fans of all ages.

Every October, we celebrate this bounty of books with a special holiday—Star Wars Reads. Over the years, books have become a great way to expand on the stories set in the Star Wars galaxy.

Looking for a book to pique the interest of your young Star Wars fan? Try these fun Star Wars Reads!

Kids , Sci-Fi
October 26, 2017

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September 11–17 is National Suicide Prevention Week, a good time for conversations about mental health with loved ones. Reading about another person’s experience with anxiety or depression—two issues facing many of today’s youth—can be incredibly empowering as they learn to deal with life's problems, and remind them they're not alone.

Teens, Kids
August 25, 2017
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Anxiety and depression can take many forms and have many causes. As children learn to navigate the world and deal with these problems, reading about another person’s experience can be incredibly empowering, and reassure children that they are not alone.

Let's Talk About...
August 25, 2017
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There's nothing like a tale of true friendship! Celebrate International Friendship Day by grabbing some popcorn, a friend, and one of these heartwarming stories on DVD.

Kids , TV & Movies, Friendship
July 30, 2017

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Dark summer nights are the perfect time to bust out the flashlights and your camera for some fun with light painting! 

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Kids , DIY, Science
July 26, 2017