Booklist for Children

Road to Reading

Submitted by Christine Turner on Wed, 06/12/2013 - 4:37pm

Early readers are specifically formatted to assist children with their understanding of the written word. Unfortunately, as a collective whole, publishers do not have a universal system for leveling books.

Be First in Line

Submitted by Christine Turner on Mon, 04/29/2013 - 4:30pm

Here are a few books that will be on the shelves soon but they are not there yet. Grab your chance to be one of the first people to read these funny tales by placing a request on them today.

Tea Rex  by Molly Idle

Playing host to an unusual guest Cordelia tries her best to make sure her tea party is a smashing success. But no matter how closely Cordelia follows hosting etiquette, her prehistoric friend plays by his own rules.

Howdy Partner!!!!

Submitted by Christine Turner on Wed, 02/13/2013 - 11:29am

 

As you know, the 2013 Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo is almost here. It's time for Ya'll to grab those boots, don your western hat, and get the buckaroos; so Ya'll can head on down yonder to the library. 

There you'll find western books just a waitin’ and they are guarantee to provide a boot scootin’ good time. So, Get along, little doggies, times a wastin’!.

Yo-ho-ho!

Submitted by Christine Turner on Fri, 10/05/2012 - 10:12am

Have you ever wondered what the Children's Librarians like to read?  Recently, they were asked  what their favorite pirate books are. I have listed their responses below. 

The Pirate Cruncher by Jonny Duddle

Create, Explore and Learn with LEGO® Books

Submitted by Christine Turner on Mon, 09/24/2012 - 1:52pm

Children and tweens alike, have been playing with LEGO® bricks for 80 years and their popularity continues to grow.

Luckily, LEGO bricks are not only fun but also educational as well. Many studies recognize that children gain valuable skills when they play with LEGOs, such as; creativity, problem solving, decision making and math. If you have ever wondered what to do with all of those LEGO bricks after you completed the planned project checkout a few of the suggested titles below. 

“THE TOP 10 THINGS I LIKE ABOUT NOVELIST”

Submitted by Clara M. on Thu, 06/30/2011 - 10:45am

 

 

Do you like to keep a list of the books you have read?  Is your notebook getting too big to carry?  Have you ever found yourself at the library and left your list at home?

You may be the interested in our database, NovelistPlus.  These are the things I personally like about it:

Happy New Year 2011

Submitted by Christine Turner on Fri, 12/31/2010 - 7:35pm

I hope that everyone is enjoying your New Year's celebrations.  My black-eyed peas are already cooking and I am looking forward to spending time with my family and friends. If you would like to learn more about this holiday checkout the books listed below. 

Each year, at the Atascocita Branch Library, we celebrate the Lunar New Year with children and their families.  Therefore, I will be highlighting some of my favorite Asian New Year books in future blogs. 

For the Children: An Early Literacy Program for Families

Submitted by Christine Turner on Tue, 08/17/2010 - 4:29pm

In partnership with the Children's Museum of Houston, the Atascocita Branch Library is proud to present “For the Children,” a program based on Para Los Niños. Come join the fun as we share books and hand on activities that encourage early literacy skills. 

 Healthy Minds/Healthy Bodies
Our next program will be held on Saturday, September 4th at 1:30 pm.  Each family that completes a short survey of the program will earn an admission pass to the Children's Museum for up to four people. For a list of additional programs please see the schedule below.
 
 
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