Children’s
(category archive)
Local Author: Meg Medina
Posted about 4 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
Meg Medina, an author with awards aplenty (all well-deserved!), is a first generation Cuban-American who grew up in Queens, New York. From her website we learn that “when she’s not […]
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Wibbly Wobbly Words
Posted about 4 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
Dyslexia affects between 5-17% of the population worldwide. This is a higher percentage than people with red hair! (less than 2%) So what is it really? Dyslexia is a written […]
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Positively Witchy: Books and Movies
Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
Posted in
Children's, Film, Reading Recommendations, Teens
| Tagged with book recommendations, movies, witches
Here are a handful of books and movies depicting witches in a positive light.
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Strange and Silly Schools
Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
Starting a new school year can be stressful for kiddos. Maybe they went from elementary to middle school. Maybe there's a new teacher. Or maybe their best friend is no longer in class with them. Whatever the case, laughter and humor are always good medicine for some school-time blues.
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Summer Reading Program: Explore Your World – Food
Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
Hiya folks! We’re in the home stretch for summer reading now. There’s still a few events left to attend, not to mention our closing bashes on August 10th. You’ve still […]
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Summer Reading Program: Explore Your World – Dragons
Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
Hello friends! Summer is in full swing now and our libraries are hopping with fun activities! From Lego Robotics Club and Mandalas to Candy Sushi and Puppet Shows, there’s something […]
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Summer Reading Program: Explore Your World – Cinderella
Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
It’s that time of year friends! Summer fun in the sun! Your Richmond Public Library is full of activities that follow along with our theme this year of Explore Your […]
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New Beginnings, New Books
Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
(Photo credit to Nae Jean Petography, also known as yours truly, “Paws and enjoy the moment!”) Springtime is a time of renewal. Some people do spring cleaning to start […]
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Women Writing Women (and girls)
Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
The world of writing can seem to be dominated by male authors and male lead characters. The trope of a woman (particularly a princess) needing to be saved by a […]
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Happy Birthday Dr. Seuss!
Posted about 5 years ago by Nico D'Archangel
Dr Seuss Week is Feb 25th to March 2nd (his birthday) First and foremost, Happy Birthday Mr. Theodor Seuss Geisel! In his 87 years of life (1904-1991) he has […]
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