MRLS Newsletter — August 2020
1000 Things Before Kindergarten
Get your favorite little one ready to learn! 
 
Studies show that the more books a child has read to them, the better they are able to learn. 80% of brain development happens in the first three years of life. Reading assists in brain development and can create fun memories between you and your child. The idea of 1,000 Things is to add the five basics of early childhood parenting by tracking each book and activity completed with your child.
How to get started:
  1. Register: Sign up at the library and receive a welcome packet OR sign up online and download the materials at home!
  2. Track Your Reading and Activities: For each book read or activity completed, simply color in one of the bubbles on your log. 
  3. 100 Book Milestones: Each time you complete 100 Things, return your log to the library. Logs can be returned at the library or emailed to mrlsweb@gmail.com. For each 100 Things completed, you will receive a free book! Your free book can be picked up at the library or you can schedule a contactless pickup using our lockers. 
  4. 1,000 Things: You did it! Come celebrate at the library and receive a certificate for your achievement.
 Remember, repetition is important! You can read the same book or do the same activity
over and over again with your child. If you need suggestions for books to read, ask us!

This program is free and open to children from birth until the child enters Kindergarten.

This program is funded by The Institute of Museum and Library services and the Library of Virginia.
 
Click here to sign up today! 

KIDS
Check out Tumble Books!
 
TumbleBooks is an online resource that provides our younger patrons with access to various eBooks, Graphic Novels, and even ReadAlongs! 
 
Click here to get started today!
 
TEENS
New YA eBooks are just a click away on Overdrive!
 
A song of wraiths and ruin
by Roseanne A. Brown

A first entry in a planned duology inspired by West African folklore finds a grieving crown princess and a desperate refugee on a collision course to destroy each other despite their growing attraction. 75,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
The betrothed
by Kiera Cass

Declared the unexpected love of a commitment-resistant young prince, a nobleman’s daughter is rapidly disillusioned by the outsized expectations of royal life before meeting a stranger with the mysterious power to see into her heart. 200,000 first printing. Simultaneous eBook.
Click here to find your next read!
 
ADULTS
Have you tried out PressReader, yet?
PressReader is a great resource that provides our patrons with
access to popular newspapers and magazines, all from the comfort of
your own home! With titles such as People, Country Living, and even Chickens 101,
there's sure to be a magazine for you! 
 
Click here to access
 
August Book Highlights
Don't miss out on these great reads!
We will rock our classmates
by Ryan T. Higgins

The award-winning creator of We Don’t Eat Our Classmates and the Mother Bruce series presents the story of a talented T. rex who diligently practices for an upcoming school talent show before leaning on the support of her friends to overcome stage fright. 250,000 first printing. Illustrations.
The girl with the louding voice : a novel
by Abi Daré

Adunni, a 14-year-old Nigerian girl who longs for an education, must find a way for her voice to be heard loud and clear in a world where she and other girls like her are taught to believe, through words and deeds, that they are nothing.
Me & Patsy kickin' up dust : my friendship with Patsy Cline
by Loretta Lynn

Country artist Loretta Lynn and her daughter share the previously undisclosed story of Lynn’s deep bond with fellow music legend, Patsy Cline, to discuss such topics as their creative collaborations and Cline’s untimely death. 125,000 first printing.
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