| Bone Talk by Candy GourlayWhat it’s about: In 1899, just before the coming-of-age ceremony that will make Samkad a warrior, change arrives in his Bontoc village in the form of Kinyo, a boy who speaks a strange language and brings news of dangerous newcomers called “Americans.”
Is it for you? Set in a Bontoc village during the U.S. invasion of the Philippines, Bone Talk doesn’t shy away from the violence of war, and offers a Filipino point-of-view that you might not get in history class. |
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| Clean Getaway by Nic StoneStarring: Scoob Lamar, who’s ready for a spring break adventure (especially if it means getting away from his strict dad); and G’ma, who invites Scoob on a mysterious road trip.
What happens: As they drive through the American South, Scoob realizes that G’ma might be re-creating a vacation she took with his grandfather in 1963, when travel was risky for interracial couples.
Try this next: Rita Williams-Garcia’s One Crazy Summer, another book about a trip that reveals hidden family history. |
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| What the Eagle Sees: Indigenous Stories of Rebellion and Renewal by Eldon Yellowhorn and Kathy LowingerWhat it is: a short but wide-ranging look at how Native North Americans have resisted and survived, from the earlier European invasions to the present day.
What’s inside: personal stories paired with potentially eye-opening facts, as well as photos, illustrations, and sidebars that invite you to imagine what life was like for Indigenous people during different moments in history.
You might also like: Turtle Island, another absorbing book about Indigenous nations, written by the same authors. |
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| My Diary from the Edge of the World by Jodi Lynn AndersonWhat it's about: In Gracie's world, migrating dragons attack strip malls, ghosts linger in backyards, sasquatches lurk in the woods, and Dark Clouds appear before people die. After a Dark Cloud arrives for Gracie's brother, their parents take the family on a wild road trip in search of a safe haven from the supernatural.
Is it for you? If you prefer fantasy stories rooted in reality, you'll love the eccentric characters and bittersweet plot in this imaginative read, written in the form of Gracie's diary. |
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| Far from Fair by Elana K. ArnoldStarring: Odette Zyskowski, who keeps a list of “things that aren’t fair.”
First thing on the list? Her family selling their house, moving into an RV, and traveling from California to Washington to take care of her sick Grandma Sissy.
Why you might like it: Odette’s frustration with small injustices (like giving up her phone) and big problems (like her parents’ possible divorce) is both realistic and relatable. |
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| Counting to Perfect by Suzanne LaFleurWhat it’s about: Swimmer Cassie misses the way things used to be before her teenage sister Julia had a baby. So when Julia decides to take off with baby Addie, Cassie goes along for the ride.
Why you might like it: Lots of small details and moving moments bring a lived-in feel to this story about two sisters re-connecting on the road.
You might also like: Jen Petro-Roy’s P.S. I Miss You, about a very different family in a similar situation. |
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| Drive Me Crazy by Terra Elan McVoyFeaturing: talkative, friendly Lana, who’s worried about her sick mom; popularity-obsessed Cassie, who thinks Lana is immature and annoying; and the week-long road trip with their newlywed grandparents that traps the two step-cousins together in the backseat of a car.
Series alert: If you enjoy the realistically imperfect characters and messy friendships in Drive Me Crazy, don’t miss the follow-up, This Is All Your Fault, Cassie Parker. |
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| The Someday Birds by Sally J. PlaWhat it’s about: Twelve-year-old Charlie likes order and rituals, so as he and his siblings -- along with pink-haired family friend Ludmila -- drive across America to join their injured war reporter father, Charlie carefully tries to complete his and his dad's birdwatching bucket list.
Why you might like it: Charlie's voice is both thoughtful and authentic as he describes the national landmarks, family drama, and desperate hope of this offbeat road trip. |
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Crafternoon Every Thursday, 4:00 PM Carver School Road Branch Library Carver where kids of all ages can come in and make a take home craft. Parents and teachers are also invited to learn to make easy crafts for their kids or classrooms. All ages welcome. For more information, call 336-703-2910.
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Gaming Club Wednesday, February 12, March 3, and April 8, 5:00 PM Paddison Memorial Branch Library Free play on our Nintendo Switch, PS4, and XBox One in our teen space. Ages 12-18. For more information, call 336-703-2930.
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STEAM for Tweens Monday, February 17 and March 16, 4:00 PM Paddison Memorial Branch Library Join us for crafts, technology, science experiments, and more in our monthly STEAM program for tweens. Grades 3-5. For more information, call 336-703-2930.
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Tween Cupcake Decorating
Wednesday, February 19,
2:00 PM
Children's Department at Central Branch Library
Tweens (ages 8-12) are welcome to decorate cupcakes in the Children's Room. Please call to register at 336-703-3040. Ages 7-11. For more information, call 336-703-3040.
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Gaming Club Monday, February 24, March 23, and April 27, 4:00 PM Teen Department at Central Branch Library Gaming club is for those living that #gamelife. Perks of Gaming club? Be one of the first to play this month's new games. Be a part of choosing which games Teen Central purchases. Meet and play with other gamers. Gaming club is for all kinds of gamers and all levels. Ages 12-18. For more information, call 336-703-3080.
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Freedom Quilts
Tuesday, February 25,
4:00 PM
Clemmons Branch Library
Learn about freedom quilts and then create your own collage version. All ages welcome. For more information, call 336-703-2920
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STEAM Wednesday Wednesday, February 26, March 25, and April 22, 4:30 PM Walkertown Branch Library Walkertown Branch Library is excited to offer STEAM Wednesdays for Tweens and Teens this Spring. Ages 10-17. For more information, call 336-703-2990.
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Tween/Teen Advisory Board Tuesday, March 3 and April 7, 4:00 PM Clemmons Branch Library Eat snacks and plan awesome tween/teen library programs while earning volunteer time. Ages 10-18 For more information, call 336-703-2920
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Get Literature Book Club for Teens
Tuesday, March 3,
4:00 PM
Southside Branch Library
Talk about books while surrounded by books with other teens who love to read. Sign up at the Circulation desk beginning February 1st. The book club will assemble the first Tuesday of each month. Ages 12-17. For more information, call 336-703-2980.
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Teen Writers' Group Thursday, March 5 and April 2, 4:00 PM Paddison Memorial Branch Library Join other teen writers as you share story ideas, give and receive feedback, and learn more about the publishing process. Open to writers with any experience level. Ages 12-18. For more information, call 336-703-2930.
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College Prep Series: Understanding Credit
Saturday, March 7,
12:00 PM
Clemmons Branch Library
Learn more about how credit works and how not to get in trouble with it. All ages welcome. For more information, call 336-703-2920
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Anime Club Monday, March 9 and April 13, 4:30 PM Teen Department at Central Branch Library Enjoy fresh anime at Teen Central. Ages 12-18. For more information, call 336-703-3080.
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STEAM Saturday Saturday, March 14 and April 11, 12:00 PM Walkertown Branch Library Walkertown Branch Library is excited to offer STEAM Saturdays for all ages this Spring. All ages welcome. For more information, call 336-703-2990.
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Stream Watch by Stormwater Smart
Monday, March 23,
3:30 PM
Lewisville Branch Library
What lives in a stream? Find out in this drop-in program. Program by Stormwater Smart and the Town of Lewisville's Public Works Department. All ages welcome. For more information, call 336-703-2940.
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Tween Coloring Night
Monday, March 23,
6:00 PM
Children's Department at Central Branch Library
Show your artistic side with advanced coloring pages and hangout with kids your age! Program is for tweens ages 8-12 only. Free. Registration required. Call 336-703-3040 to register your child. Ages 8-12. For more information, call 336-703-3040.
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Bee and Butterfly Waterers
Tuesday, March 24,
4:00 PM
Clemmons Branch Library
Make a bee or butterfly waterer out of recycled materials. All ages welcome. For more information, call 336-703-2920
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Solar Powered Windmills
Wednesday, March 25,
4:00 PM
Children's Department at Central Branch Library
Explore the connections between renewable energy, pollution, climate change and our local ecosystems and then build your very own miniature solar-powered windmill! Program presented by the Forsyth County Office of Environmental Assistance and Protection. Ages 7-11. For more information, call 336-703-3040.
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