Book of the Month!

If your child was born in 2014, they may have received “Pup and Bear” in the mail this month! Snuggle up with your child and read this tale of kindness in the Arctic. When you read this book again, try to engage with your child using the tips below. Starting Up: Talk about arctic weather … Read more

Book of the Month

In March, your child born in 2015 may have received “Pretend” by Jennifer Plecas. In this story, a boy and his dad use their imagination to go on a journey together, travelling wherever their minds take them. For the first reading, sit with your child and read the book together. Enjoy! For the next readings, … Read more

Book of the Month!

This month, did your child receive “The Hueys in What’s the Opposite?” by Oliver Jeffers? Take time to read this book with your child. Enjoy the book the first time you read! Next time you read, try to explain what opposites are and help your child understand the contrasts the Hueys show in this story! … Read more

Book of the Month!

In March, your baby born in 2017 may have received “Littles and How They Grow” by Kelly DiPucchio. This book is a sweet love song to babies and how quickly they grow. Enjoy reading this rhyming book to your little one as you cherish their time as babies. If your baby has an older sibling, … Read more

Book of the Month!

Welcome to Imagination Library! We are so excited you registered your young child to start on a journey of lifelong learning. The first book mailed as a part of Imagination Library is one of Dolly Parton’s favorite books – “The Little Engine that Could.” This classic tale is about a determined little engine who, despite … Read more

Culture is Everything

The culture of book reading is the prevalence and prominence of book reading within families. This culture is extremely valuable and can be practiced regardless of what other cultural groups a family may belong to. Children learn to fit into the culture into which they are born. They do this by observing and copying what … Read more