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There's something really fun about a fake dating romance. For those of you who aren't sure what I mean, these are books where two characters pretend to be dating (for…
There's something really fun about a fake dating romance. For those of you who aren't sure what I mean, these are books where two characters pretend to be dating (for…
I still remember the first time I read Of Mice and Men. I was in high school and had picked up a copy at random because it looked so small…
We all know the classics---Sandra Boynton's loveable board book and Dr. Seuss's wacky easy reader have been prominent for decades. Chicka Chicka Boom Boom is another perennial favorite, and its…
I know - this might not be the best time of year to talk about healthy eating. But if you are looking for ways to improve your diet, you probably…
Ohioans are no strangers to winter weather. December means low temperatures, big sweaters, and sometimes even snow! This time of year, citizens of the northern hemisphere are bundling up and…
I've always had a sweet-tooth. And sometimes, there's nothing that satisfies a sweet-tooth quite like a nice slice of cake. The book on this list may or may not be…
Oh no! Looks like someone's about to become lunch! In these silly stories, you'll find plenty of hungry predators looking for a bite to eat. But, when your favorite foods…
I first got hooked on horror films in high school. This was after a childhood of growing up with Scooby-Doo and Abbott and Costello meet the various monsters. My tastes…
Count Dracula is probably the world's most recognizable vampire--and with good reason! This blood-sucking bad guy has been terrorizing generations of readers, ever since he first appeared on paper in…
The picture books on this list all have one thing in common: there is a hungry monster looking for some sort of delicious, crunchable snack! Whether it's a tasty child…
Westlake Porter Public Library has many picture book titles that address sensory issues, overwhelming situations, sensory processing disorder, or autism. Check out Samantha Cotterill's Little Senses series and similar titles.…
Depression is a complicated disease. Its causes are varied and treatments can be unsuccessful. The toll on the sufferer and the caregiver(s) is lasting. The following library resources provide a…
Hospitality is a very special gift. It's a giving of yourself, from your time, your resources, and your heart. The tales included below are all stories of hospitality in some…
This week is Welcoming Week at Westlake Porter Public Library! One way to celebrate this week is by reading any of these picture books that celebrate making connections and diversity.…
Ice Cream Face by Heidi Woodward Sheffield The Ezra Jack Keats Award–winning author Heidi Woodward Sheffield brings to life the anxiety and excitement involved in waiting for ice cream in…
Discover the joy of slowing down and living in the moment. In Mindful Mr. Sloth by Katy Hudson. Sasha, who loves to do lots of things, all at once, and…
Sometimes, when you find an author you really like, there's nothing better than just sitting down and reading as much as you can by that author, one title after another.…
I did a lot more reading than usual while I was prepping for this blog post. Until now, I've covered cultures that I had already researched on my own time,…
Discover the joy of generosity in friendship with the book The Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister then make a beautiful rainbow fish suncatcher. Maybe you could even show your own…
Or perhaps this should read "When a Librarian Gives You Lemon Books..." Regardless, the answer is very similar. In the first, you make lemonade. In the second, you make lemonade…
Get excited about July 4 by reading one of these books, then create a festive patriotic blower to help you celebrate! Have fun! These books are available to check our…
Visit my webcomic, No Pizza After Midnight, for more fun comics! Don't make the same mistake I did! Check out all these great graphic novels: Bone, American Born Chinese, Robot…
it's only logical that when someone is trying to write a parody or adaptation of a classic story, they will often try to write a title that is similar to…
Summer is almost here, and the last thing anyone wants to talk about is school. Summer is a time for relaxing, having fun, and forgetting all about getting up for…