Monday, July 23, 2012
Anne Arundel County Public Libraries recognized kids who participated in the summer reading program at Sunday’s Bowie Baysox game.
County kids who have participated in the Anne Arundel County Libraries Summer Reading Program enjoyed a night of baseball, fireworks and prizes Sunday as the Bowie Baysox recognized them for their summer reading successes. Many kids from area libraries flocked to Sunday night’s Baysox game where they took part in a pre-game parade on the field and were congratulated for reading over the summer. Representatives from Anne Arundel County Public Libraries also were on hand, giving out prizes and taking pictures of the kids participating in the event. “The kids are pretty jazzed they get to run out on the field before the game and get a prize,” said library spokeswoman Laurie Hayes. “We have been working with the Baysox for about 10 years now …
Friday, July 20, 2012
Participants in the Anne Arundel County libraries Summer Reading Program will head to the Bowie Baysox game on Sunday.
Kids participating in the Anne Arundel County Public Library’s Summer Reading Program will head to the Bowie Baysox game on Sunday for a parade, giveaways, fireworks and Captain Underpants. The annual event gives kids who participate in the library’s program recognition for reading in the summer. Adding to this year’s festivities will be Captain Underpants himself. The first 1,000 kids aged 3 to 14 to arrive at Sunday’s game will receive a copy of the widely-popular children’s book, Captain Underpants. They will also get the chance to meet the character at the game. Every kid who has signed up for the Summer Reading Program can get a free ticket to the game. The tickets can be picked up at each Anne Arundel County library branch. Up until …
Monday, June 18, 2012
Kick-off events in Annapolis are scheduled for Wednesday and you can still sign up at any Anne Arundel County Public Library branch.
Activities for the 2012 Summer Reading Club sponsored by the Anne Arundel County Public Library system will kick off on Wednesday at libraries in Annapolis. Kids can still sign up at any branch in the county, where they can find suggested reading lists with award-winning books that have been identified as suitable and appropriate for all grade levels. Watch the attached YouTube video to learn more about the program. Click here to read more on Patch about summer reading. The library’s club-related programs and activities run through July 28. For a schedule of events and locations as well as a description of all programs offered by the library this summer, check out Library Happenings! at all library branches, or view the magazine online at …
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Terrific Transitional” books from James Patterson.
Looking for a great book to read with your kids this summer? This list will help you transition from illustrated kids books to books your kids will love to read independently. Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thoughts in the comments. Or, if we missed your favorite book, tell us in the comments! Pirate vs. Pirate: The Terrific Tale of a Big, Blustery Maritime Match by Mary Quattlebaum The biggest boy pirate and the maddest girl pirate face-off in a series of competitions and then find themselves falling in love! Bad Kitty Gets a Bath (Bad Kitty series) by Nick Bruel When you give a bath to Bad Kitty, you need, among other things, soap, a towel and a suit of armor. Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish and illustrated by Fritz Siebel Learn …
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check out this list of The Best Illustrated books from James Patterson.
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Looking for a great book to read this summer? This list of illustrated books for kids ages 2 to 7 is so much fun. Plus it includes books young readers can start to read TO you! Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thoughts in the comments. Or, if we missed your favorite book, tell us in the comments! Shark vs. Train by Chris Barton, Illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld Who do you think will win, Shark or Train? Blackout by John Rocco A summer blackout can actually be a great party! Dog and Bear: Two Friends, Three Stories by Laura Vaccaro Seeger Read about the adventures of best friends, Dog and Bear. Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! by Mo Willems What happens when a pigeon volunteers to drive a bus? An engaging story in question and …
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Favorite Pageturners” from James Patterson.
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Looking for a great book to read this summer? This list of books has something for everyone – adventure, magic, smart kids, and amazing kids. Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thoughts in the comments. Or, if we missed your favorite book, tell us in the comments! Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos Two months of being grounded during summer vacation change Jack Gantos’ life forever. Especially since it involves the mysterious chore of typing obituaries for his intriguing neighbor. Charlie Joe Jackson’s Guide to Not Reading by Tommy Greenwald What happens when Charlie Joe Jackson, the most reluctant reader EVER has to actually read a book? Big Nate in a Class by Himself (Big Nate series) by Lincoln Peirce Things don’t always go your way …
Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. Here, James Patterson’s summer reading picks for tweens and teens, ages 11-up.
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Tuesday, June 12, 2012
Looking for another escape? This list of books has something for everyone – fantasy, adventure, and of course, love. What more is there? Read one, or read ‘em all – post your thoughts in the comments. Or, if we missed your favorite book, tell us in the comments! Great Advanced Reads for Tweens and Teens Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs A thrilling reading experience which combines fantasy with haunting vintage photography. Find out what happens when 16-year old Jacob discovers the ruins of Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. The Lost Hero (Heroes of Olympus series) by Rick Riordan After rebuilding Camp Half-Blood, Kronos, Percy and their friends inherit a quest for which they need help from a few …
School is out and the county libraries are ready to help keep kids turning the pages this summer with fun activities and programs.
The textbooks may have closed for the summer but the reading continues for area youth as the county libraries welcome students to the 2012 Summer Reading Club. This year's theme is Dream Big – Read! for kids in grade 12 and younger. The annual summer reading program started decades ago, said Laurie Hayes, spokesperson for the Anne Arundel County Public Library system. The participation hovers at about 14,000 each year, she said. "We are excited and looking forward to hopefully breaking the 15,000 mark this year with kids signing up for program," Hayes said. "We are especially excited about the teen program with an author who will be visiting to confirm or dispel the urban legends on the Monsters of Maryland." The author, Ed Okonowicz, will…
Friday, July 15, 2011
Anne Arundel County Public Library Administrator Hampton "Skip" Auld explains the joys and benefits to family summer reading.
Anne Arundel County Public Library Administrator Hampton "Skip" Auld is encouraging residents to become readers this summer. VIDEO: Anne Arundel County Public Library Administrator Hampton "Skip" Auld explains the joys and benefits to family summer reading. Summer can be a time for students to recharge and take a break from the classroom. This can also be a chance for students and their parents to catch up on their reading. Dominican University Graduate School of Library and Information Science partnered with the Center for Summer Learning at Johns Hopkins University and the State Libraries of Colorado and Texas to study summer reading programs in public libraries. “The Dominican Study: Public Library Summer Reading Programs Close the …
Tuesday, June 21, 2011
With the theme "One World —Many Stories," summer reading program offers special prizes, events and book lists for kids of all ages.
Though the school year is winding down, the county library is just gearing up for its free annual summer reading program for children of all ages. “Kids entering grade 12 and younger are invited to stop by their local library this summer and join the 2011 Summer Reading Club,” said Anne Arundel County Public Library (AACPL) spokesperson Laurie Hayes. “Students can sign up anytime, at any branch.” All branches have suggested reading lists, with award-winning books that have been identified as suitable and appropriate for all grade levels. The library’s club-related programs and activities start June 20 and run through July 30. A special kickoff event will occur at the Eastport/Annapolis Neck branch at 10 am. on Wednesday. For elementary age…
