BOOK CHAT
Book Chat hosts monthly book discussions for students in 6th grade and older with an adult - Mom, Dad, a grandparent, or other significant grown-up. Kids and adults read the same children’s book in preparation for the meeting, where ideas and view points are expressed by all in a positive, supportive atmosphere. It’s a great way for parents to learn more about the world view of the children in their lives.
Coming Up ...
House of the Scorpion by Nancy Farmer
2-3 p.m. Saturday, April 19
Children’s Activity Room
Matt, the latest of a series of clones of a corrupt drug lord, El Patron, is alternately caged and despised as an animal, then pampered and educated as El Patron’s favorite. This story raises questions about what it means to be human, the value of human life, and the responsibilities of a society.
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BOOK DETECTIVES BOOK CLUB
This is a fun book club for 3rd-5th graders accompanied by an adult. Meetings include a game and a discussion of the book of the month. Youth and adult participants should all plan to read the book in advance.
Coming Up ...
The Legend of Captain Crow's Teeth
by Eoin Colfer
2-2:45 p.m. Saturday, April 26
Children's Activity Room
In this story, Will hears the legend of Captain Crow's Teeth from his prank-loving older brother and fears he will be the bloodthirsty pirate's next victim.
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