Love is in the air….
Can you feel the love? As we move through this cold month, let us take a moment to appreciate some of the most poignant books of love poetry, available in…
Teen Reviews – To All The Boys I’ve Loved Before (Film)
Synopsis: Lara Jean is a quiet girl going into junior year. Her life is turned upside down when her secret love letters are somehow mailed out. She has to find…
Introducing the 2021 Newbery Award Winner!
A few years ago, I started reading all the Newbery award winners, going all the way back to 1922 (once I finish, I plan on going back and reading the…
Read It Make It : In The Kitchen
This edition of Read It Make It we will be spending time in the kitchen. We are going to make a recipe from Whopper Cake written by Karma Wilson and…
Storytime Round-up: February 2
Thank you to everyone who attended storytime this week! Here’s a recap of the stories and songs shared in storytime. This week's theme is Groundhog Day and Shadows! Books Groundhog…
Teen Reviews – Carry On by Lisa Fenn (Book)
Synopsis: Carry On is a true story about two boys in Cleveland that grew up in a poor environment and met each other in high school on the wrestling team.…
Teen Reviews – Love and Monsters (Film)
Synosis: 7 years after the monster apocalypse, Joel learns that his high school sweetheart is not far. He decides to embark on a week-long journey across monster-ridden land to find…
The Kensington Cozy Club
Please note: The Kensington Cozy Club has ended as of December 2023. This is a shout-out to all my cozy mystery lovers out there. If you read cozy mysteries, or…
Kinder Club – Colors
Welcome back to the Kinder Club blog! Each week we will focus on an early literacy concept and share fun activities and tips to help reinforce a variety of kindergarten…
Teen Reviews – A Very Punchable Face by Colin Jost (Book)
Synopsis: A must-read for SNL fans. Colin Jost is hilarious on tv and in his book. His life is more entertaining than anyone could imagine and this book gives readers…
Tax Resources
Tax season is upon us! Here is some important information regarding filing your 2020 taxes. The IRS announced that tax forms will be accepted starting Friday, February 12, 2021. This…
Teen Reviews – Kingsman: The Secret Service (Film)
Synopsis: This is a perfect movie for people who liked the Men in Black trilogy. In this movie Eggsy, a poor teen who lives in London and is destined to…
Storytime Round-up: January 26
Thank you to everyone that attended storytime this week! Here's a recap of the stories and songs shared in storytime . This week's theme was food! Books Groovy Joe: Ice…
The Literature of the Absurd
Do you ever read a book, watch a movie, or even a video on YouTube and go "Wait...what just happened?" Or do you ever find it hard to explain a…
Teen Reviews – Midnight Sun by Stephenie Meyer (Book)
Synopsis: The love story of Bella and Edward from Edward's perspective. We know the story from love stricken Bella but now we get to hear Edward's thoughts on the matter.…
Read It Make It: Lion Craft
Lubaya's Quiet Roar written by Marilyn Nelson and illustrated by Philemona Williamson not only addresses sensitive issues our society is facing today, but is a heartwarming story of a young…
Teen Reviews – Spider-Man: Far From Home (Film)
Synopsis: After Endgame, Peter Parker is still struggling with the death of his father figure Tony Stark. He then takes a trip to Europe with his class where Nick Fury…
Real-Life Adventures for the Armchair Explorer in America
In a previous blog post, I suggested some fictional titles that featured adventures. In this post, however, I wanted to talk about some real-life adventures. Real people who did amazing…
Teen Reviews – I Am Not Okay With This by Charles Forsmen (Graphic Novel)
Synopsis: Sydney, a highschool freshman struggles with growing up. She struggles with feelings for her best friend. On top of this, she struggles with a mysterious power that she doesn't…
Free Play: Number Recognition
Welcome back to Westlake Porter Public Library's Free Play Blog. This post suggests simple ideas to entertain your child while practicing number recognition. Many of the items used for these…
Presidential Biographies
Currier & Ives (American, active New York, 1857–1907) The Inauguration of Washington as First President of the United States, April 30th 1789 – At the Old City Hall, New York…
Storytime Round-up: January 19
Thank you to everyone who attended storytime this week! Here’s a recap of the stories and songs shared in storytime. This week's theme is foxes! Books If you enjoyed these…
The Journey Starts Here!
The new year is all about new beginnings. Developing new habits, picking up new hobbies, watching new shows, and reading new books. I love this time of year, because it…
Storytime Round-up: January 12
Thank you to everyone who attended storytime this week! Here’s a recap of the stories and songs shared in storytime. This week's theme is colors! Books Who Eats Orange? by…