Kids Books & Reading
CLPL Book Discussion Groups
Bluestem Book Club
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- Read and discuss books from the annual Bluestem Book Award nominee list. Participants vote to choose what we read.
- Kids in grades 3-5
- Meets weekly in June and July
Caudill Book Club
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- Read and discuss books from the annual Rebecca Caudill Young Readers’ Book Award nominee list. Participants vote to choose what we read.
- Kids in grades 4-8
- Meets weekly in June and July
- Family Graphic Novel Club
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- Read a fun graphic novel together with a grown-up. Join us for discussion and activities.
- Kids in grades 1-4 with a grown-up
- Meets monthly
Reading Programs
1000 Books Before Kindergarten – year-round
Summer Reading Program – June – August
Winter Reading Program – January – March
Reading Suggestions
Booklists – staff suggestions on a variety of topics for a variety of ages
Award Winners and Nominees– includes state awards (like Caudill) and national awards (like Caldecott)
CLPL Youth Staff Recommendations – watch Youth Services staff members share books that they have read and enjoyed
Need help finding your next favorite book? Your friendly CLPL librarians are here for you! Submit this form and we’ll prepare a list of suggested titles.
