Sunday, August 25, 2013

Martha Speaks series

This mashup video contains two favorite characters of children's literature - Martha and Arthur.

Martha Speaks was the first book written in the Martha series.  It is also a popular program on PBSKids.  You can find these books at E MED in the Everybody fiction section in the library pit area.


Meet Tomie dePaola


He's been published for over 40 years and has written and/or illustrated nearly 250 books, including Strega Nona, 26 Fairmount Avenue, The Art Lesson, and Christmas Remembered. Over 15 million copies of his books have sold worldwide.

We have many of his books in our library.  What do you think the call number would be for his picture books?



Meet Betsy Byars


Betsy Byars writes a variety of stories - from mysteries to adventures.  She loves to read and write and enjoys meeting children.  When looking for her books in the library, look for FIC BYA..

Let's meet her and find out what inspires her...




Meet Jan Brett


Jan Brett has been an author and illustrator for over 25 years.  She has written several books including The Mitten and The Gingerbread Baby.

You can find her books in the Everybody Fiction Section (inside the pit area) at
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Meet Dave Pilkey


Dave Pilkey is both an author and an illustrator.  Let's find out why he considers reading a "super power"...and don't forget to look for his books in our Series section.

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