“How do I know you’ll keep your word?” asked Coraline.“I swear it,” said the other mother. “I swear it on my own mother’s grave.”“Does she have a grave?” asked Coraline.“Oh yes,” said the other mother. “I put her in there myself. And when I found her trying to crawl out, I put her back.”― Neil […]
Banned Books Week is an annual celebration of our freedom to read. Hundreds of books, geared towards all ages, have been banned or challenged throughout the years. Below are some reasons why books may be challenged as well as reading suggestions for children! Click on the book covers below to request them from our catalog! […]
“Let us remember: One book, one pen, one child and one teacher can change the world.” – Malala Yousafzai Scroll down to find suggested picture books, easy readers, books for older readers, and books in Spanish (libros en español). Click on the book cover to request it from the catalog. For Younger Readers Picture Books […]
May is Mental Health Month Youth Services staff put together a booklist for Mental Health Month. The list includes picture books for younger readers and chapter books / graphic novels for older readers. There are also several Spanish-language titles. Be sure to click on the images inside the PDF to be taken to that item […]
There are so many fantastic graphic novels available about the Black experience, featuring Black protagonists, and written by Black creators. Check out a sample of titles below for adults, teens, and children. Click on the image to request it! Adult
The Haverhill Public Library and the many libraries in the Merrimack Valley Library Consortium have added relevant books their collection.
Celebrate Native American Heritage month this November with a good book – or two! This booklist of Children’s titles highlights books written and illustrated by Native American authors. Checkout winners of the American Indian Youth Literature Award: here. Fiction Titles Younger Readers Birdsong by Julie Flett First Laugh: Welcome, Baby! by Rose Tahe and Nancy […]