Every Wednesday we will give away a new book. For a chance to win, just fill out the form at the bottom of the page and you'll be entered into a drawing. The drawing will run from Wednesday through 11:59 PM Sunday. Winners will be announced on Mondays. (Note: you must be a Fresno County resident to be eligible for Win it Wednesdays.)
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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Win it Wednesday: Banjo
Wednesday, April 17, 2024
Win it Wednesday: Mr. Pig's Big Wall
Every Wednesday we will give away a new book. For a chance to win, just fill out the form at the bottom of the page and you'll be entered into a drawing. The drawing will run from Wednesday through 11:59 PM Sunday. Winners will be announced on Mondays. (Note: you must be a Fresno County resident to be eligible for Win it Wednesdays.)
Mr. Pig's Big Wall
Hog works hard as a bricklayer during the day, and when he comes home from work all he wants to do is tend to his garden. But his little neighbor, Tortoise, desperately wants to play with him! She pesters and prods him until Hog finally becomes fed up...and begins to build an enormous wall around his entire house. But soon, the wall is so high that it blocks the sun from his beloved garden, and the things he loves most begin to wilt and die. When will Hog learn that putting up walls does more harm than good?
Friday, April 12, 2024
Celebrating Our Favorite Canines in Children's Literature
Calling all dog lovers! With National Hug Your Dog Day on April 10th, what better way to celebrate than by curling up with a good book and a furry friend (real or fictional!)? Children's literature is brimming with unforgettable canine companions who have captured our hearts. Today, we are honoring some of these iconic pups!
Toto (The Wonderful Wizard of Oz) - Age Range: 6-10 Years Old
Dorothy's loyal little terrier,
Toto, embarks on a whirlwind adventure to the magical Land of Oz alongside his
beloved owner. Toto's bravery and unwavering companionship make him a cherished
character for young readers. Written in 1900
Buck (The Call of the Wild)
- Age Range: 10-14 Years Old
Jack London's classic tale
follows Buck, a stolen St. Bernard, as he is thrust into the harsh world of the
Alaskan gold rush. Buck's transformation from pampered pet to powerful sled dog
is a thrilling story of survival and loyalty.
Winn-Dixie (Because of
Winn-Dixie) - Age Range: 8-12 Years Old
Ten-year-old Opal rescues a
stray dog, Winn-Dixie, from the supermarket. Winn-Dixie, a silly and lovable
mutt, brings joy and unexpected friendships into Opal's lonely life. This
heartwarming story celebrates the power of connection and the unconditional
love of dogs.
Old Yeller (Old Yeller) -
Age Range: 10 and Up
Set in post-Civil War Texas,
Old Yeller is a stray “dingy” yellow dog who befriends a young boy named
Travis. Their bond deepens as they face wild animals, frontier dangers, and the
difficult realities of life on the ranch. A 1957 Newbery Honor Book.
Clifford the Big Red Dog (Clifford the Big Red Dog series) - Age Range: 2-7 Years Old
Everyone's favorite giant red
pup, Clifford, brings chaos and endless fun to the life of his little human
Emily Elizabeth. This series of picture books is a delightful exploration of
friendship, responsibility, and the joy of having a larger-than-life canine
companion. There are over 80 Clifford
titles to read.
Ribsy (Ribsy series) - Age
Range: 4-8 Years Old
Ribsy, a rambunctious and
mischievous mutt, takes readers on a series of humorous adventures. From
getting lost to making a game-winning tackle, Ribsy's antics are sure to bring
giggles to young readers. The sixth book in the Henry Huggins series.
Gloria (Officer Buckle and
Gloria) - Age Range: 4-8 Years Old
This picture book features the
unlikely partnership between a nervous police officer and a confident police
dog named Gloria. Gloria helps Officer Buckle teach valuable lessons about safety
and the importance of following the rules... most of the time! Winner of the
Caldecott Medal in 1996.
Nana (Peter Pan) - Age
Range: 6-10 Years Old
This classic story begins with the three Darling children being taken care of be a nurse. Except this nurse is no ordinary nurse but a four-legged canine named Nana. She was originally written as a Newfoundland breed but in the Disney version Nana is a St. Bernard.
Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Win it Wednesday: My Life as a Potato
Every Wednesday we will give away a new book. For a chance to win, just fill out the form at the bottom of the page and you'll be entered into a drawing. The drawing will run from Wednesday through 11:59 PM Sunday. Winners will be announced on Mondays. (Note: you must be a Fresno County resident to be eligible for Win it Wednesdays.)
My Life as a Potato
Ben Hardy believes he's cursed by potatoes. And now he's moved to Idaho, where the school's mascot is Steve the Spud! Yeah, this cannot be good.
After accidentally causing the mascot to sprain an ankle, Ben is sentenced to Spud duty for the final basketball games of the year. But if the other kids know he's the Spud, his plans for popularity are likely to be a big dud! Ben doesn't want to let the team down, so he lies to his friends to keep it a secret. No one will know it's him under the potato suit . . . right?
Congratulations Annelysee A. you are our Win it Wednesday winner!
Monday, April 8, 2024
25th Annual Poetry Contest
Kids, share your very own poem with our community! You might win a prize!
Submit your poems between April 1st and April 30th. Poems will be judged by talented, local professionals and our winners will be celebrated at an in-person Awards Ceremony in June.
Read Across America: April- Discover the Power of Poetry
Every Month, NEA's Read Across America highlights books for young readers that explore a topic related to diversity and inclusion.
The theme for April is Discover the Power of Poetry. Find ways to use words to connect us to each other and the world.
Here are the recommended books for the month. Find discussion questions and more resources on their website.
Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Win it Wednesday: I'm Not Millie!
Every Wednesday we will give away a new book. For a chance to win, just fill out the form at the bottom of the page and you'll be entered into a drawing. The drawing will run from Wednesday through 11:59 PM Sunday. Winners will be announced on Mondays. (Note: you must be a Fresno County resident to be eligible for Win it Wednesdays.)