PCLS YOUTH SERVICES BLOG

The black-n-white poster on this page says "read" in several Native American languages. It was created for kids by the Tulsa County Public Library. I hope it will inspire you to read Thanksgiving break. Enjoy the holiday, and we look forward to hearing about your adventures at the Thanksgiving table.

Tomorrow markes the end of the children's book week. I hope you have all had a chance to celebrate reading in various ways. As you may already know, November is National Native American Month, which ties in very well with Thanksgiving.

Dr. Debbie Reese, a leader in Native American Studies, has a blog that does a good job of explaining which books kids will find most useful for Thanksgiving. Remember, reading materials that expose you to different viewpoints can open your mind even further to explore ideas you never imagined before! link to Link to Dr. Reese's website at: americanindiansinchildrensliterature.blogspot.com.

Check out Read the Books, a new resource which makes it easier for kids to find what they want to read. Among other cool features, this site offers ACCELERATED READER LISTS from schools around the country. 10 Pasco County schools are linked, and more are on the way. These accelerated reader lists are linked to our library catalog, which means that you can find out if the book that you need is available right away! To get to the database, click here or, from our HomePage, click on KIDS PAGE, then click on COOL READS and scroll down to READ THE BOOKS.

Friends of Libraries Week - October 21-27, 2007. During this year's Friends' week, we applaud and appreciate our Teen Advisory Board and all our volunteers. Our youth Friends make our library a lively, innovative learning environment. They also provide us with invaluable support in day-to-day library operations.

Children's Book Week - November 12-18, 2007. Children's Book Week introduces youth to new authors and ideas in schools, libraries, homes and bookstores. Through Children's Book Week, the Children's Book Council encourages young people and their caregivers to discover the complexity of the world beyond their own experience through books. Check our Calendar of Events to find out what your local library is doing to celebrate Children's Book Week this November

October 14-20:



School is out Thursday and Friday, and the library has things to keep you busy. No matter where you live in Pasco County, your local library has special offerings for you. Here are afew things happening at Hudson this week. Read on.



Babies: Hudson Library offers Baby Storytime every Wednesday and Thursday at 11:30. We have incorporated signing in all our baby programs. A weekly take-home sheet allows you to practice sign language and nursery rhymes with your baby. On Thursday, Oct 18, we will be recognizing the first 2 babies to graduate out of Baby Storytime since I took over in April of this year. Come join us at 11:30.



Preschoolers: This week we have Angelina Ballerina story and crafts on Thursday at 2:00pm, at the Hudson Regional Library.



Elementary School: Come to Family Nite on Wednesday for a craft and a story, or join your little brother or sister for crafts and a story based on the Angelina Ballerina series.



Teens: Don't forget to come vote for your favorite candidate, at the Teen Advisory Board elections tonight at the Hudson Regional Library. Let your vote count!! On Friday, Oct 19, come listen to teen author Chelsea Devries talk about the creative process in the meeting room. Her book "Dream Girl" will be available for purchase complete with signature!

For an exciting visit to a virtual library, visit the links below to enjoy books without leaving the comfort of your home. Remember to always check with your parent or guardian before going on new internet sites!
International children's Digital Library
StoryPlace
Children's Books Online: The Rosetta Project