Genre:Science FictionRead-Alikes: The Long Earth by Terry Pratchett Ancillary Justice by Ann LeckieVelocity Weapon by Megan E. O’Keefe This week’s staff pick is the action-packed and character-driven Network Effect, the first full-length novel written by science fiction author Martha Wells. As a standalone installment of the beloved Murderbot Diaries series, […]
Monthly Archives: February 2021
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Vinegar Painting The traditional science class volcano takes on a new artistic look in this art class! Once you’ve finished painting, take some time to explore more by following the links below. Explore More Sody Sallyratus – a folktale from Appalachia Sody Sallyratus Steam Powered Family: 10+ Fun and Easy […]
Don’t be sus! Play with us! Teen ages 12-17 are invited to play Among Us! Space is limited! Registration is required. Click here for all the details and registration.
Millions of Cats by Wanda Gag received a Newbery Honor award 92 years ago, in 1929, and is the oldest American picture book still in print. The story is about an older couple who are sad because they have no children, and when his wife wishes for a cat, the […]
Known as both African-American History Month and Black History Month, February is a time set aside each year to recognize and appreciate the many invaluable contributions of African-Americans to American society and culture. Just as important, it is also a time to pay tribute to “the generations of African Americans […]
Test your video game knowledge! Teens ages 12-17 are invited to play Name that Tune on Kahoot using Zoom, Thursday, February 18 at 4pm. We will also raffle off 2 $5 Dunkin’ giftcards to two random players at the games! Registration is required and can be found at www.franklintwp.org
I Love You in Any Language Every culture has words and symbols to express love for family and friends and this project features one you may not know about – American Sign Language (ASL). The National Association of the Deaf describes ASL is a visual language. “With signing, the brain […]
Are you waiting for one or more of these popular books to become available? Try one of our recommendations! Each week, we’ll provide a list of books that are similar to popular and best-selling titles that have long hold lists so you can keep on reading while you wait! Waiting […]
Crayon Rubbings with The Mitten by Jan Brett Crayon rubbings are fun for all ages yet simple enough for preschoolers and toddlers. Pair it with our favorite winter folktale, The Mitten by Jan Brett. Extend the activity for older kids by holding a “texture hunt” around the house to find […]
This week’s staff pick is The Booksellers, a critically-acclaimed 2019 documentary that is available to stream on Kanopy! (Unfamiliar with Kanopy? Click here to find out how to get started.) The film is a look at the surprisingly fascinating world of antique bookselling, and the eccentric collectors at its center. […]