Today, I'm sharing classic stories that can be read by the whole family. Here are a few of my favorites . . .
Books Notes by Miss Amy
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Monday, September 8, 2025
Family Friendly Classics
Monday, August 25, 2025
Back to School!
School has started for most children in the area. Check out one of these great school stories. Here's a few of our favorites . . . .
Matilda applies her untapped mental powers to rid the school of the evil, child-hating headmistress, Miss Trunchbull, and restore her nice teacher, Miss Honey, to financial security.
School Spirit by Elizabeth Cody Kimmel
Restart by Gordon Korman
School of the Dead by Avi
Zoo School by Laurie Miller Hornik
Monday, August 18, 2025
Familiar Tales, New Perspectives -- Retellings of Disney Stories
Disney stories are eternally popular. We love the Disney versions, the original stories they are based on, and retellings with a twist. This week, we're sharing some Disney stories told from a new perspective. Here are a few of our favorites . . . .
Monday, August 4, 2025
Summer Travels
Summer is a great time to travel to somewhere new. Check out one of these informational books on different places to see where you want to go . . . .
Mount Rushmore: Memorial to Our Greatest Presidents by Lisa Kozleski
Monday, July 28, 2025
July = Disability Pride Month
Every July, Disability Pride Month invites us to celebrate a powerful truth: people with disabilities may have different abilities, and that is something to honor and celebrate. Check out these teen books featuring characters with disabilities . . . .
Run On Your New Legs series by Wataru MidoriAfter the loss of his leg, Kikuzato’s dream of becoming a soccer ace comes to an end. But with use of a prosthetic leeg, he finds a new goal -- to become a track star and win gold at the Tokyo Paralympics!
Maybe We're Electric by Val Emmich
Earth Girl by Janet Edwards
Monday, July 21, 2025
National Cousins Day = July 24
Did you know there is a day celebrating cousin? This July 24th read a story about cousins having adventures . . . .
Monday, June 30, 2025
Art in Our World
The Incredible Painting of Felix Clousseau by Jon Agee