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Novel Thoughts: Royal Academy Rebels – Outlaws by Jen Calonita

The mixed-up fairytale fun continues in Book Two of the hilarious Royal Academy Rebels as Devin and her friends contend with their banishment from Royal Academy and come up with a plan to take the evil Headmistress Olivina.
Things are not looking great for Princess Devin Nile. In the past 24 hours, she and her four best friends have gotten kicked out of school, banished to the Hollow Woods, and declared outlaws. (that’s what you get for accusing the Headmistress of being in league with the villains!) But Devin is not going down without a fight! Step One? Find Red Riding Hood and her vigilante friends for backup. Step Two? Come up with a plan to expose the truth about Headmistress Olivina to all of Enchantasia… or risk their homeland falling under villainous rule!

Wednesday,  July 14 and  21 at 3:30 PM

To RSVP, email lohandley@albright.org. Those who register will receive a free copy of the book to keep (subject to availability) and the program’s Zoom login. These programs will be held in a secure Zoom Room.

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Joey, The Story of Joe Biden

Joe Biden grew up in Scranton, Pennsylvania, the oldest of four children. His parents always
encouraged him and his siblings to be independent and strong. The family moved to Wilmington,
Delaware, where at twenty-nine, Biden was of elected one the youngest United States Senators ever
elected. This is his story. Recommended for children 8 and up.

In this two part Zoom program, we will learn more about Joe Biden as a child in Scranton and how his upbringing shaped him into the man he is today!

For information, call the Lackawanna County Children’s Library 570-348-3000 ext. 3015

To register email lohandley@albright.org and you will be sent the Zoom link.

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Novel Thoughts 2021! Royal Academy Rebels: Misfits

Royal Academy Rebels: Misfits Misfits (Royal Academy Rebels #1)
We begin 2021 with a brand new series from Jen Calonita, set in the world of Fairy Tale Reform School! Not everyone born royal is meant to rule…
In the magical fairytale kingdom of Enchantasia, becoming a legendary Prince or Princess doesn’t happen overnight. Enter Royal Academy, the training ground for the fairytale leaders of tomorrow!
But reluctant-future-princess and new-student Devin has some reservations about RA, especially when it comes to the Headmistress. Olivina seems obsessed with preparing students for possible villain attacks. But when Devin asks when they’re going to learn how to actually rule a kingdom, Olivina becomes enraged. Something isn’t right with this lady, and what Devin discovers could change the fairytale world forever… Goodreads
Zoom Virtual Event.
Wednesday, January 13 and 20, 2021
For grades 3- 6
Registration is required. Please register one month in advance.
Each month is a new session and is limited to 10 children max.
To RSVP, visit the Lackawanna County Children’s Library or call us. (570) 348-3000, ext. 3015.
Those who register will receive a free copy of the month’s book to keep and the program’s Zoom login
To cancel your registration, please call to notify us.
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Children's Library Kids Lackawanna County Library System

Novel Thoughts: Just Plain Fancy

Join us as we talk about Patricia Polacco’s book, Just Plain Fancy. Naomi lives with her farming family in an Amish village in Pennsylvania. As part of her household chores, Naomi looks after the chickens with her little sister, Ruth. One day Naomi and Ruth find an abandoned egg near the road. Naomi decides this special egg must be hatched. And when it is, it’s plain to see that this is no ordinary chick!
Designed to engage children in grades 3-6, Novel Thoughts introduces a variety of literature and involves the children in activities that coincide with each session provided. We carefully select from classic stories, fables, popular series, graphic novels, and comics. Children benefit from the literary as well as the interactive participation incorporated into each story. Free copy of the book for each participant.

Thursday, October 28 at 3:30PM via ZOOM.

Call the library to register and get the Zoom login.

570348-3000 ext.3015

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New from the Children’s Library! Parent Portal

Zoom Virtual Event
Whether it’s homeschooling, virtual, or hybrid schooling, Ms. Angela is here to help!
Using her educational background, Ms. Angela will be available to answer your questions and work through any challenges you may have this school year.
Tuesdays,  from 5-7 PM
For parents will children in grades Pre-K to 6.
This will be in a secure Zoom Room. This program is limited to 10 parents, max.
RSVP: To register for this event, please call (570) 348-3000 ext. 3015. The connection info will be emailed to attendees.
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Novel Thoughts!

Zoom Virtual Event Children’s Library: This summer we will be talking about two popular books, Hilo: the Boy who Crashed to Earth and Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library.

July 16, 23, 30 @10:30 AM: Hilo: The Boy who Crashed to Earth, written by Judd Winick, is a great graphic novel that brings together an affecting story about a young boy who doesn’t think he has anything to contribute to the world and a cracking, seat-of-your-pants adventure about rampaging robots from another dimension.

August  6, 13, 20 @10:30 AM: Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library, written by New York Times bestselling children’s author Chris Grabenstein, also features messages about teamwork, friendship, and leadership. It centers around Kyle Keeley, a game- and puzzle-loving 12-year-old who, though not much of a reader, wins a trip to the grand opening of his town’s new library — a library decked out with animatronics, holograms, and all manner of innovation, because it was funded by none other than eccentric game maker (and Kyle’s hero) Luigi Lemoncello.

Those who register will receive free copies of the books to keep. Stop by the library to pick up your copies. You will also receive an email of the program’s Zoom login. This will be in a secure Zoom Room.

For Tweens ages 9 and up.

Registration is required.

Space is limited to 10 students.

To RSVP, visit us or call (570) 348-3000, ext. 3015.