Harris County Public Library
Kids Newsletter
Miss Jeanette
Miss Jeanette is the Children's Librarian at the Stratford Branch Library. She has been there for 12 years and has been with the library system for 20 years.
What do you like to read?
I love to read all of the Children's Picture Books. It helps me choose books for my storytimes but most of all I love to read them because they are colorful, humorous and enjoyable!
What was your favorite book when you were a kid?
When I was little my brother and I heard stories from the Blue Fairy Book read to us by our mom. They were wonderful fairy tales! When I got a little older I read Frank Dixon's Hardy Boys series.
What are your hobbies?
I crochet, garden, read and watch the wildlife at my birdfeeder. I have a picture of a flying squirrel that I took one night recently.
Do you have any pets?
I have an Amazon parrot named Willie Nelson, a golden retriever named Blondie, and a new puppy named Munchkin, a dapple miniature dachsund. He loves to nibble my chin, nose, fingers, toes...
What do you like best about your job?
I love working with people, that is the best part. I enjoy entertaining children and helping them with their school projects.
Anything else you want to share about yourself?
I have been married for 38 years and we have 4 wonderful children, two girls and two boys. We have 4 grandchildren with one on the way and I would have to admit that all of the children in the community as well as my own bring me great joy. |
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Miss Nancy
Miss Nancy is the Senior Children's Assistant at the Aldine Branch Library. She has been there for 5 years.
What do you like to read?
I go through phases of what I like to read. For a while I was reading forensic mysteries such as those written by Patricia Cornwell, Kathy Reichs, etc. Right now I am reading a lot of Young Adult and Juvenile fantasy. I just finished Gregor the Overlander series by Suzanne Collins and loved it. My latest find is The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan. If you like mythology with a modern day twist, this book is a must read!
What was your favorite book when you were a kid?
Although I have always loved fairy tales, the first book I remember falling in love with when I was a child was Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. My fifth grade teacher read to the class every afternoon and it was one of the books he shared. After he finished reading it to us I just had to read it myself over and over again.
What are your hobbies?
Some of my hobbies include reading, of course, obedience training my dog, watching movies with my friends and family, and collecting puppets.
Do you have any pets?
I have a very energetic chocolate and white cocker spaniel named Cindy Lou (named after the little girl from Dr Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas) and two female calico cats, Trip and Patch.
What do you like best about your job?
The thing I like best about my job is spending time with all of the children and families who come into the library for story times and sharing my favorite books. Getting to use puppets and making up great voices for them is a lot of fun too!
Anything else you want to share about yourself?
Being a Senior Children's Assistant is the best job in the library. I get to have fun every day reading to children, exploring great books, and playing with puppets along with the help of my assistant, June Taylor. What could be better than that!
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Lilly's Big Day by Kevin Henkes
When her teacher announces that he is getting married, Lilly the mouse sets her heart on being the flower girl at his wedding.
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The Great Fuzz Frenzy by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens
Crummel
When a tennis ball lands in a prairie dog town, the residents find that their newfound frenzy for fuzz creates a fiasco.
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Fancy Nancy by Jane O'Connor
A young girl who loves fancy things helps her family to be fancy for one special night.
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Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs by Giles Andreae
When Flinn enters the classroom art closet for supplies, his imagination sends him on a high-seas adventure filled with pirates, dinosaurs, mystery, and swordfights.
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Root Beer and Banana by Sarah Sullivan
Molly can't decide between two popsicle flavors one hot summer day, but the arrival of a new friend and some help from Grandaddy lead to the perfect solution.
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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane by Kate DiCamillo
Edward Tulane, a cold-hearted and proud toy rabbit, loves only himself until he is separated from the little girl who adores him and travels across the country, acquiring new owners and listening to their hopes, dreams, and histories.
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The Wright 3 by Blue Balliett
In the midst of a series of unexplained accidents and mysterious coincidences, sixth-graders Calder, Petra, and Tommy lead their classmates in an attempt to keep Frank Lloyd Wright's famous Robie House from being demolished.
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Half-Moon Investigations by Eoin Colfer
Twleve-year-old private investigator Fletcher Moon, nicknamed "Half Moon" because of his shortness, must track down a conspiracy or be framed for a crime he did not commit.
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Cuckoo Feathers by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
When two pigeons that Sarah wants as pets move from her Chicago apartment's window ledge to the building next door, Sarah tries to figure out how to get them to come back.
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Ruby Lu, Empress of Everything by Lenore Look
After Ruby Lu's deaf cousin, Flying Duck, and her parents come from China to live with her, Ruby finds life challenging as she adjusts to her new family, tries to mend her rocky relationship with her friend Emma, and faces various adventures in summer school.
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New Children's Non-Fiction
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Paintball by Terri Sievert
Discusses the extreme sport of paintball including the needed gear and safety equipment.
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20-Minute Crafts: Beading by Katherine Stull
More than 50 projects with step by step instructions. Crafts include jewerly, room decor and personal accessories.
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Once I Ate a Pie by Patricia MacLachlan and Emily MacLachlan
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Gus herds his people like sheep. Abby loves borrowing slippers. And once, Mr. Beefy ate a pie. It's a dog's life. Filled with squeaky toys, mischief, and plenty of naps. Every dog has a tail to wag and a tale to tell. Patricia MacLachlan and Emily MacLachlan Charest asked this collection of canines to speak up with their own words, barks, and yips.
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Totally Spies: Spies in Disguise
When rock star Ricky Mathis' fans are turning into zombies, Spies Sam, Alex, and Clover go undercover to find out why.
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Babar's Yoga for Elephants by Laurent de Brunhoff
Babar the elephant demonstrates and provides step-by-step instructions for basic yoga techniques and positions, then shows how he and Celeste use them to relax and have fun as they travel around the world.
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