tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13176336864661552024-03-05T10:51:56.499-08:00Salinas Public Library Chidren's ServicesThis blog is maintained by librarian Carissa Purnell and highlights the programs and materials available to children in the community of Salinas.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.comBlogger37125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-15757582303345319092011-04-29T14:55:00.000-07:002011-04-29T14:59:31.601-07:00Dinosaurs!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEvqP7MsvTqZL3vd_8B2D5LXoOCVhB5ttDE8qQGKvrxtPztI_AhCHcY5zwxEmz7VuRxOCp_7Ngx0y2Ih0KKT1z5tM7mFOvD5up9srz0ZgvTUXvAoC_ErMNsEASpFFPTXwL6vxbf33NDns/s1600/dinosaur.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 150px; height: 200px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEvqP7MsvTqZL3vd_8B2D5LXoOCVhB5ttDE8qQGKvrxtPztI_AhCHcY5zwxEmz7VuRxOCp_7Ngx0y2Ih0KKT1z5tM7mFOvD5up9srz0ZgvTUXvAoC_ErMNsEASpFFPTXwL6vxbf33NDns/s200/dinosaur.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5601127736654245122" /></a>Join us for dinosaurs in the library. Use your imagination and best dinosaur growl and join the library with puzzles, games and Jurassic action figures. The "Play and Learn" event is for parents and children ages 3 to 7. Join us May 3rd at the Cesar Chavez Library, May 4th at the John Steinbeck Library and May 17th at the El Gabilan Library from 3:30- 5:30.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-14523856794898404272011-04-29T14:10:00.001-07:002011-04-29T14:11:52.165-07:00Spotlight: Georgia Perez<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/EyesOfTheEagle/EyesOfTheEagle.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 225px; height: 175px;" src="http://www.cdc.gov/cdctv/EyesOfTheEagle/EyesOfTheEagle.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a> Centers for Disease Control. Animated Eagle Book Series. The Eagle Books are a series of four books that are brought to life by wise animal characters, Mr. Eagle and Miss Rabbit, and a clever trickster, Coyote, who engage Rain That Dances and his young friends in the joy of physical activity, eating healthy foods, and learning from their elders about traditional ways of being healthy. Animated versions of the four books bring the characters to life. Narrated by author Georgia Perez and voiced by children and adults from the Standing Rock Sioux tribal nation, the animated versions provide an interactive tool to engage children in activities and discussions about healthy eating, and the joy of being active while looking to traditional ways to stay healthy and prevent type 2 diabetes.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-17142759528111812112011-04-15T16:01:00.000-07:002011-04-15T16:02:50.173-07:00Soccer @ the Cesar Chavez Library!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFYPxLGkrUXhQsF8ZWIO3lzqvWbCqlJw0erVGfhP8JkpNoz7q0hsYgDF5SabRUlQcmzKwu93cYFTTiuc2bdQbMZ-NtYvlrwZtAHE0vti62TuS8apjm2gEjLj3VQVcU1S-dbx0z1GrkHqE/s1600/futbol.JPG"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 300px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFYPxLGkrUXhQsF8ZWIO3lzqvWbCqlJw0erVGfhP8JkpNoz7q0hsYgDF5SabRUlQcmzKwu93cYFTTiuc2bdQbMZ-NtYvlrwZtAHE0vti62TuS8apjm2gEjLj3VQVcU1S-dbx0z1GrkHqE/s400/futbol.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5595949440529470642" /></a>Join Rodrigo and David outside the library for an afternoon of soccer. No experience is necessary, so come in comfortable clothes and shoes for fun and to learn ball handling, techniques, and formation of the game. Ages 8-14. Please read more for additional information.<br /><br />Thanks to support from Parks and Recreation the Library and Community Services Department is happy to announce regular afternoons of free soccer clinics for children in Salinas at the Cesar Chavez Library. Salinas Futbol Central has supplied balls for participants to use, and the clinics will be run from community players and athletes from California State University Monterey Bay. The classes are for children 8-14 who want to learn the basics of ball handling, structure of the game, and have an opportunity for scrimmage and game play. No experience is required, but its highly suggested those interested come with soccer cleats, shin guards, and shorts if they are able to, and if not, something comfortable to play in. The classes are free of charge.<br /><br />For more information, or for any questions regarding the program please call Carissa Purnell at 758-7419 or via email at carissap@ci.salinas.ca.us This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view itsalinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-23033470230616663422011-03-24T15:27:00.000-07:002011-03-24T15:28:30.784-07:00Snappy Drawing Contest<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://salinaspubliclibrary.org/images/stories/snappy-rock.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 280px;" src="http://salinaspubliclibrary.org/images/stories/snappy-rock.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Pickup an official entry form at any Salinas Public Library beginning March 24th. Contest ends April 7th. Participants must be 17 years old or younger. Prize winners will be announced at Snappy's Birthday Bash at the John Steinbeck Library, 4:00pm on Saturday, April 12th. This event is free and open to the public, so join us!salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-78124225617145558672011-03-23T15:31:00.000-07:002011-03-23T15:35:40.595-07:00Festival of Storytelling<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.morganhilltimes.com/content/img/f198862/ohlone-indian-8-19-06.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 225px; height: 300px;" src="http://www.morganhilltimes.com/content/img/f198862/ohlone-indian-8-19-06.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>The Salinas Union High School District and The Salinas Public Library are presenting the Festival of Storytelling, an incredible opportunity to experience stories from the Ohlone/ Costanoan- Esselen Nation and the Michahai- Wuksachi Tribe. <br /><br />Friday April 8th @ 7:00PM<br />Saturday April 9th @ 2:00 PM<br /><br />At the Salinas Performning Arts Center located at 726 South Main Street in Salinas. <br /><br />For more information contact Mike Roddy at 796-7000.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-30841196059079745292011-02-04T15:57:00.000-08:002011-02-04T16:00:12.045-08:00Chinese New Year Celebration<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.gotohoroscope.com/img/rabbit.gif"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://www.gotohoroscope.com/img/rabbit.gif" border="2" alt="" /></a><b><font color="red">Saturday, February 5, 2011 from 1:00 – 2:30 pm at the Cesar Chavez Library</b></font><br />It's the year of the Rabbit! Join us for a special program to celebrate the 2011 Chinese New Year. This program will include a Chinese Lion Dance, Chinese games for children, a cultural presentation and tastes of Chinese food.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-2852613863239217002011-01-07T15:53:00.000-08:002011-01-07T15:57:00.654-08:00Cars! Trucks! Planes!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjht1-iCEnP5tUWPw2Noy2TRBocxXlIoqeRV5atClkEybsiqdZyw9LALUzFcAFyUTIH5TeEW7ML0fFxOD3T3psDBm2vkta2JMRaw6VWO-ecIY6-IZ-sIUWJjq656qAuCoy7ZPWrPF4OS_U/s1600/truck.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 120px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjht1-iCEnP5tUWPw2Noy2TRBocxXlIoqeRV5atClkEybsiqdZyw9LALUzFcAFyUTIH5TeEW7ML0fFxOD3T3psDBm2vkta2JMRaw6VWO-ecIY6-IZ-sIUWJjq656qAuCoy7ZPWrPF4OS_U/s200/truck.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5559597012849970354" /></a>Drive, fly, or hike to the library, and have fun with transportational toys – puzzles, games, trucks, and planes! Join library staff, children and families for Learn-n-Play!<br /><br />January 11 @ El Gabilan Library 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM<br />January 25 @ Cesar Chavez Library 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM<br />January 26 @ John Steinbeck Library 3:30 Pm – 5:30 PMsalinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-21646194852249015552011-01-07T15:33:00.001-08:002011-01-07T15:35:53.295-08:00Snappy the Millionaire<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6LtP-brSvoSXLvjZY_68M_-p7ZW3W79QUslhOEeHZu8q1KzxdhVYrQQY5JSMJ7BF_2o0keld25yE940ogYfoUwT3IsnC1jvRASDz5vhpAWcr9Ev6UO0R6Bes7rSoh3QQpmFPD-lniE8A/s1600/snappy.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 133px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6LtP-brSvoSXLvjZY_68M_-p7ZW3W79QUslhOEeHZu8q1KzxdhVYrQQY5JSMJ7BF_2o0keld25yE940ogYfoUwT3IsnC1jvRASDz5vhpAWcr9Ev6UO0R6Bes7rSoh3QQpmFPD-lniE8A/s200/snappy.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5559591288976834338" /></a>Snappy has made local and internet news reaching one million views online. You can see him here www.justin.tv-snappy, or find out more information online http://salinaspubliclibrary.org/children/snappy. The Californian and Monterey County Herald have stopped by to write stories, here is a piece from the Califorian's staff writer, "Although he wasn't giving interviews Monday, Snappy Shelly Steinbeck, the Salinas Public Library's beloved African leopard tortoise had that smug, self-assured look of a movie star who just signed a three-pic deal.<br /><br />Known to both his massive fan club and to his personal entourage alike simply as "Snappy," the library's celebrity pet was intently focused on devouring a salad of fresh radicchio and cherry tomatoes when the library's publicity machine went full-throttle trumpeting his latest achievement. It seems that Snappy recorded his 1 millionth page view on his 24-hour webcam, making him the most-viewed tortoise on the Internet.<br /><br />Snappy's "agent" and library spokeswoman Jan Neal said the milestone came some time on New Year's Eve as the affable tortoise was preparing to usher in 2011.<br /><br />"Snappy's New Year's resolution is to keep the web hits coming!" Neal said. "He's looking forward to reaching his personal goal of 2 million." Always wanting to give back, Snappy makes himself available to his younger fans Tuesdays at 4 p.m. when he personally hosts "Snappy the Tortoise Time." The library is located at 350 Lincoln Ave. in Salinas."salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-31222683124834378952011-01-07T15:26:00.000-08:002011-01-07T15:31:20.888-08:00Literacy Center Open House<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5mtf7Bl1CG0i81MQC-u1Fh2XarsXQarNGKFPmEl_4qeBIQ4snpCJz1U69v1Vha-jTqU5tcpciVx-EwZWsBxgZQUeuG70I9BFyvQ1-TOjrjMhYTSOaY0ez9NgRJKflo5i5RdGijqz53p0/s1600/margarita.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 284px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5mtf7Bl1CG0i81MQC-u1Fh2XarsXQarNGKFPmEl_4qeBIQ4snpCJz1U69v1Vha-jTqU5tcpciVx-EwZWsBxgZQUeuG70I9BFyvQ1-TOjrjMhYTSOaY0ez9NgRJKflo5i5RdGijqz53p0/s200/margarita.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5559590481304072658" /></a><br /><br />Friday, January 7th, 2011<br />11:00 - 12:00 pm, Cesar Chavez Library<br />4:00 - 5:00 pm, John Steinbeck Library<br /><br />Salinas Public Library’s Literacy Center will host two Open Houses on Friday, January 7th to recruit new students for its Family for Literacy (FFL) Program, and a new upcoming series of classes to support family literacy.<br /><br />Any Salinas family with a child under five years of age is invited to attend either Open House. Parents/Guardians should bring their children under the age of five with them to learn about the program, register for upcoming classes, meet other families and kids, and enjoy food, entertainment, and a free drawing for small prizes.<br /><br />Free classes begin on January 19th and run through February 25th. Classes will focus on themes such as Building Families, Nutrition and the Brain, Importance of Friends, Security and Safety, and How to Use the Library. Class activities will employ arts, crafts, play, and other approaches to making learning fun for small children.<br /><br />Families for Literacy (FFL) is a program funded through the California State Library Literacy Services to extend the reach of adult literacy services by including the pre-school age children of those adults actively participating in adult literacy services. Primarily through special programming, story-times, and other interaction with the families, Literacy staff demonstrate and model reading aloud and support parents in their role as their child's first teacher.<br /><br />For more information, contact Margarita Medina-Romero, 758-7462.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-79822772926995982522010-11-23T16:52:00.001-08:002010-11-27T11:18:37.612-08:00The Nutcracker<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.classicalcollectioninc.com/images/NutcrackerV1.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 207px; height: 330px;" src="http://www.classicalcollectioninc.com/images/NutcrackerV1.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>The Puppet Company will be visiting all three libraries for a production of the Holiday Classic, "The Nutcracker." Be sure to mark your calendars for December 14th for the following times:<ul><li>3:15 at the Cesar Chavez Library</li><br /><li>5:15 at the John Steinbeck Library</li><br /><li>7:15 at the El Gabilan Library</li><br /></ul>salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-17461490418985562482010-11-17T14:40:00.000-08:002010-11-17T14:46:29.864-08:00November Happenings!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://screencrave.frsucrave.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/happy-thanksgiving-movies-shopping-family-25-11-09-kc.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 370px; height: 221px;" src="http://screencrave.frsucrave.netdna-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/happy-thanksgiving-movies-shopping-family-25-11-09-kc.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a> <br />The Libraries will be closed on Thanksgiving and the following day but... On November 30th come and learn how to make your own puppet show at the El Gabilan Library from 3:30- 5:30 or stop by the Cesar Chavez Library for some Medieval fun with Dragons, Castles, and Knights Day from 3:30- 5:30!<br /><br />Don't forget every Tuesday at 4:00 you can stop by the John Steinbeck Library for Snappy Time and meet our resident Leopard Tortoise. You can also visit Cesar Chavez at 4:00 every Wednesday for story hour, or stop by El Gabilan on Thursday at 4:00 or John Steinbeck Saturdays at 11:00 for more story and craft fun.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-85994628692185802712010-11-05T11:22:00.000-07:002010-11-05T11:24:33.442-07:00Thanksgiving Tale<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.sunprairiepubliclibrary.org/images/SquantosJourney.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 200px;" src="http://www.sunprairiepubliclibrary.org/images/SquantosJourney.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Most American children know the story of the Pilgrims and the first Thanksgiving, but the Native American side of the tale is far less familiar. Joseph Bruchac, a prolific and award-winning author of Native American descent (The First Strawberries, A Boy Called Slow) describes life in 1620 for a man who was destined to save the Pilgrims even as he was losing his family and tribe. Told from Squanto's point of view, this historically accurate and detailed story brings to life one of the most important moments in America's past. Demonstrating how much his people (the Patuxet, the People of the Falls) value honor, Squanto befriends English traders, even after being kidnapped and taken to Spain. After much hard work, Squanto manages to sail back to his homeland, where, in spite of his discovery that many of his people have died from disease brought by white people, he acts as envoy between the English and his own people, and helps the pilgrims survive in their new world.<br /><br />Throughout this moving tale, Squanto's belief that "these men can share our land as friends" poignantly shines through. Greg Shed's gouache illustrations capture the warmth and dignity of Squanto and his friends. Young readers will be fascinated by this lesser-known perspective on the Thanksgiving tradition that remains strong today. (Ages 6 to 10) --Emilie Coultersalinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-7210736722732222882010-11-02T16:41:00.000-07:002010-11-02T16:42:52.710-07:00Music from around the World<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/5370637/2/istockphoto_5370637-ethnic-musical-instruments-isolated.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 380px; height: 354px;" src="http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/5370637/2/istockphoto_5370637-ethnic-musical-instruments-isolated.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />November 2nd from 3:30- 5:30 at the Cesar Chavez Library<br />November 3rd from 3:30- 5:30 at the John Steinbeck Librarysalinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-23466639564374363422010-06-17T17:10:00.001-07:002010-06-17T17:19:26.916-07:00World Team<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/417NR692Z2L._SL500_AA300_.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/417NR692Z2L._SL500_AA300_.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />In the true spirit of FIFA's World Cup, Tim Vyner's colorful picture book highlights the different places and people playing soccer. From streets of New York City in the United States to Rio de Janeiro in Brazo, the book finds children across the world enjoying the sport. Some dream big of stardom playing soccer, others like Suki in Japan enjoy simply watching the games on television and their favorite players. With colorful watercolor illustrations following children from 13 different countries the book is a great read for everyone who wants to catch the spirit of the World Cup.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-18675014120218298732010-04-30T10:54:00.001-07:002010-04-30T11:15:34.847-07:00Sipping Spiders Through a Straw<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/articles/blog/1790000379/NaNaNaN/SIPH_2.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 300px;" src="http://www.schoollibraryjournal.com/articles/blog/1790000379/NaNaNaN/SIPH_2.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />"The biggest fly<br />I ever saw<br />was sipping spiders<br />through a straw.<br />I asked him if<br />he'd show me how<br />to sip those spiders<br />and share his chow..."<br /><br />Kelly DiPucchio and illustrator Gris Grimly have created a delightful compilation of wacky campfire stories, perfect for any reader who like's Stine's Goosebumps or Schwartz and his Scary Stories series. Sung to the tunes of familiar songs such as "Row Row Row Your Boat," the songs address everything from Frankenstein's eating habits to a Witch with a terrible cold. A great read for groups or one on one with your favorite little one with illustrations that will get a laugh out of anyone.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-11936266753307834642010-04-09T13:01:00.001-07:002010-04-09T13:05:36.227-07:00Gracias Thanks<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://howtobeachildrensbookillustrator.files.wordpress.com/2009/12/gracias1.jpg"><img style="margin: 0pt 10px 10px 0pt; float: left; cursor: pointer; width: 200px; height: 280px;" src="http://howtobeachildrensbookillustrator.files.wordpress.com/2009/12/gracias1.jpg" alt="" border="0" /></a>Pat Mora teamed up with illustrator John Parra to create a fun and warm collection of everything a young boy has to be thankful for. From things as large as the sun and as small as a pillow, the story highlights how much we should truly be grateful for in our lives. Family and friends coupled with the waves of the ocean and an Abuelita's wrinkles will remind children that everything around them truly is a gift. The colorful illustrations will engage young readers, and the bilingual text will build literacy skills for young readers regardless of their native language. A very good read for families and children 3 and up.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-3956353075636787692010-01-19T12:32:00.000-08:002010-01-19T12:36:02.413-08:00The Goblin and the Empty Chair<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://rgr-static1.tangentlabs.co.uk/images/bau/97814169/9781416985853/0/0/plain/goblin-and-the-empty-chair.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 333px;" src="http://rgr-static1.tangentlabs.co.uk/images/bau/97814169/9781416985853/0/0/plain/goblin-and-the-empty-chair.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Mem Fox along with Leo and Diane Dillon bring to life the story of a lonely Goblin who is ashamed and afraid of his own reflection. Living close to a family’s farm, he comes out at night to finish the chores the small family can’t finished on their own. He helps plow the fields and water plants, and cuts wood to help the family build and paint fences. Although he sneaks out quietly at night thinking he will fool the family, each member watches him in silence and is grateful for all his work. One day the Mom decides to invite the Goblin in with food and welcome him to the family to say thank you for all his hard work, but the Goblin is afraid to show his face. Will he come to dinner? <br /><br />The colorful illustrations and medieval setting will keep kids from 2-8 engaged and the story is perfect for beginning readers to get practice with simple new and old vocabulary...salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-27860101610412093712010-01-14T13:49:00.000-08:002010-01-14T13:59:48.058-08:00Sharks!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51rY7tri8gL._SL500_AA240_.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 240px;" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51rY7tri8gL._SL500_AA240_.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51LUrDtN4PL._SL500_AA240_.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 240px;" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/51LUrDtN4PL._SL500_AA240_.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>The library has added some great new titles for anyone interested in learning about all things Sharks. From hammerheads to great whites to the fastest shark in the sea, the mako shark, these books are full of colorful photographs and great introductory facts. Kids can learn about different diets and ways of life for sharks who find themselves in different oceans across the world. Aimed at younger readers from 5-8 these will be fun and quick reads for kids who want to explore life in the sea...salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-57220773463534888502009-10-20T12:57:00.000-07:002010-04-09T13:06:08.073-07:00Donde esta Tatty Ratty?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://img.flipkart.com/bk_imgs/604/9788426132604.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 200px;" src="http://img.flipkart.com/bk_imgs/604/9788426132604.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a>Tatty Ratty is Elena's favorite stuffed rabbit. She looks all over trying to find him, but Elena has to go to sleep without her best friend. Laying in bed Elena dreams of all the places Tatty Ratty could be, riding a train back home, eating with the three bears, maybe even riding on a magic carriage with Cinderella. In the bath Elena imagines Ratty Tatty aboard a pirate ship sailing the ocean, or maybe shooting off into space in a rocket ship. But in the end does he ever return? This Spanish book pushes the imagination and the colorful illustrations will keep the littlest eyes glued.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-29766790991047178132009-10-16T11:08:00.000-07:002009-10-16T11:43:23.539-07:00Ottoline Goes to School<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.fantasticfiction.co.uk/images/n51/n257786.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width:370px; height: 480px;" src="http://www.fantasticfiction.co.uk/images/n51/n257786.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />Ottoline lives in a large city with her parents who are Collectors, and travel all around the world. She spends most of her time with her best friend Mr. Monroe until she met Cecily Forbes Lawrence III and her pet horse Mumbles. The pair go to the Alice B. Smith School for the Differently Gifted where students all have strange talents like spinning plates. Ottoline can't quite figure out her special talent until she discovers the mystery of the curse of the Horse of Hammersteins and her skills as a detective come to life. The mystery and illustrations will keep anyone reading, and the weird and fantasy like creatures are enough to get any kid smiling.salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-59649037382236139312009-10-15T13:56:00.000-07:002009-10-15T14:05:23.674-07:00My Abuelita<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61-qOEAHpIL._SL500_.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 390px; height: 500px;" src="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/61-qOEAHpIL._SL500_.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />This warm story follows a young boy who lives with his Abuelita and her cat Frida Kahlo. Going through a day of getting ready with Abuelita for work, the dialogue between a boy and his grandma, mixes fun English and Spanish words easily for children to recognize, and uplifts the beauty of being bilingual. A surprise closes the story as Abuelita's day of work ends as she begins her "job," but you will have to read it to discover the secret...<br /><br />Written by Tony Johnston Illustrated by Yuyi Moralessalinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-13509862276078022022009-09-14T16:27:00.000-07:002009-09-14T16:33:16.852-07:00Top 10 Spanish Books for Kids<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.hmsdc.com/ds/images/products/H092xL.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 250px; height: 350px;" src="http://www.hmsdc.com/ds/images/products/H092xL.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><br />In celebration of National Hispanic Month American Libraries has released their picks for the top ten Spanish books for kids. <a href="http://www.atyourlibrary.org/top-10-spanish-books-kids">A full list and summaries can be found online at their website by clicking here. </a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />1. The Surrender Tree: Poems of Cuba's Struggle for Freedom<br />By Margarita Engle<br /><br />2. Just In Case<br />Written and illustrated by Yuyi Morales7. Martina, Una Cucarachita Muy Linda: Un Cuento Cubano<br />By Carmen Agra Deedy<br /><br />3. Reaching Out<br />By Francisco Jiménez<br /><br />4. The Storyteller’s Candle / La velita de los cuentos<br />By Lucía González<br /><br />5. Yum! ¡MmMm! ¡Qué Rico! : Brotes De Las Américas<br />By Pat Mora<br /><br />6. Clara Y Asha<br />By Eric Rohmann<br /><br />7. Martina, Una Cucarachita Muy Linda: Un Cuento Cubano<br />By Carmen Agra Deedy<br /><br />8. Cosechando Esperanza<br />By Kathleen Krull and Yuyi Morales<br /><br />9. Dona Flor: Un Cuento de una Mujer Gigante con un Gran Corazón<br />By Pat Mora<br /><br />10. Esperanza Renace<br />By Pam Muñoz Ryansalinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-47823450644286914862009-08-08T12:23:00.000-07:002009-08-08T12:24:41.584-07:00Little Library Readers<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/zgC-GIFM394&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0xcc2550&color2=0xe87a9f"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/zgC-GIFM394&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0xcc2550&color2=0xe87a9f" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object><br /><br /><object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/sjbeuwbYCTk&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x402061&color2=0x9461ca"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/sjbeuwbYCTk&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x402061&color2=0x9461ca" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-45911503450882462952009-05-07T12:51:00.001-07:002009-05-07T13:00:37.427-07:00A Few Suggestions...<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.redroom.com/files/images/0892391650.01.LZZZZZZZ.preview.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 220px; height: 300px;" src="http://www.redroom.com/files/images/0892391650.01.LZZZZZZZ.preview.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />If you're looking to find a few good pictures books to get your son or daughter, or perhaps yourself, a better grasp of both the Spanish and English language be sure to try out our range of bilingual children's picture books. The bilingual text and illustrations will help any reader gain a better comprehension of the language and context of the words. <br /><br />Here's a few to get you started...<br /><ul><li>Uncle Nacho’s Hat/ El Sombrero Del Tío Nacho by Harriet Rohmer</li><br /><li>A Movie in my Pillow/ Una Película en mi Almohada by Jorge Argueta</li><br /><li>In my Family/ En Mi Familia by Carmen Lomas Garza</li><br /><li>The Upside Down Boy/ El Niño de cabeza by Juan Felipe Herrera</li><br /><li>Birthday in the Barrio/ Cumpleaños en el Barrio by Mayra L. Dole</li><br /><li>Vincente el Valiente/ Big Brave Brian by M.P. Robertson</li><br /></ul><br />For more recommendations visit your librarian or give us call at 831.758.7311salinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1317633686466155.post-25044780164790497212009-04-10T13:05:00.001-07:002009-04-10T13:12:11.853-07:00National Poetry Month<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/1/1b/A_Light_in_the_Attic_cover.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 245px; height: 320px;" src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/1/1b/A_Light_in_the_Attic_cover.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br />April is National Poetry Month and a perfect time to get your kids interested in writing their own poetry. Check out our display in the John Steinbeck Library for both classic and new titles in children's poetry. Browse our online catalogue for your favorite poetry collection or poet, or visit a librarian to help you hunt down some great writing. <br /><br />In the mean time check out these titles:<br /><br />Laughing Tomates by Francisco Alarcon<br /><br />The Desert is my Mother by Pat Mora<br /><br />Daydreamers by Tom Feeling<br /><br />Animal Sense by Diane Ackerman<br /><br />A Light in the Attic by Shel Silverstein<br /><br />I'm Nobody! by Emily Dickinson<br /><br />Batacazos by Shel Silversteinsalinasyouthserviceshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05095121149661183774noreply@blogger.com0