Archives for juvenile nonfiction

February Nonfiction Pick of the Month

Nonfiction books are written to present the facts on a wide range of topics, for a wide range of ages. In this column, Erica will recommend new and/or notable nonfiction from the Trove collection! The Mona Lisa Vanishes by Nicholas Day All available formats here You probably know that the Mona Lisa is one of the most famous paintings of all time, but do you know the story behind why? Day has done extensive research and written a fascinating dual narrative of the Mona Lisa being painted and what happened both during and after its infamous theft. Fans of true
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Categories: Authors & Books, Homepage Kids, Kids, and Library News.

January Nonfiction Pick of the Month

Nonfiction books are written to present the facts on a wide range of topics, for a wide range of ages. In this column, Erica will recommend new and/or notable nonfiction from the Trove collection! All About U.S.: A Look at the Lives of 50 Real Kids from Across the United States by Matt Lamothe with Jenny Volvovski All available formats here Lamothe and Volvovski have put together a stunning and compelling snapshot of daily life in each U.S. state through this beautiful book. The short biography of each child is full of personality, as are the gorgeous illustrations that accompany
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Categories: Authors & Books and Homepage Kids.

Announcing Kids Pick

The Trove has a new program called Kids Pick which is for all Trove patrons to participate in! What is Kids Pick? Well, you just read a book and give us your review! Did you just read a book you can't stop talking about? Do you have a favorite book you think everyone should read? Maybe you love the illustrations in a new graphic novel! It is as easy as 1, 2, 3… Read a book! Fill out the Kids Pick form available in the Trove. Give the form to a Librarian at the Compass desk. We will put your
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Categories: Events, Homepage Kids, Kids, and Library News.