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           Last Updated:July, 2009



SearchAbout Books
Do you need something good to read? If so, then you're in luck - We have tons of great books that you won't be able to put down. We'll list books that you might like here and also give you links to other people's recommendations. If you have a favorite that you think other kids would like, let us know and we'll pass it on.


Book Awards | Book Discussion Groups | Author & Character Pages |
For Readers | For Parents & Teachers


book groupsBook Discussion Groups

  • 2nd/3rd Grade Girls Recommendations 2008-2009
    • Amber Brown, by Paula Danziger
    • Catwings, by Ursula LeGuin
    • Diary of a Wimpy Kid, by Jeff Kinney
    • Harriet Bean, by Alexander McCall
    • Mercy Watson, by Kate DiCamillo
    Favorite Series:
    • Bionicle Chronicles, by Cathy Hapka & others
    • The Warriors, by Erin Hunter
    • The Magic Tree House, by Mary Pope Osborne
    • Deltor Quest, by Emily Rodda
    Favorite Magazines:
    • Discovery Girls
    • Lego
Please call the library at 772-4346 or e-mail Miss Phyllis at kids@WigginML.org to get more information, the schedule of meetings, or to sign up.


writing a bookAuthor & Character Pages

  • Jan Brett
    Scroll down for printable activity & coloring pages, games, and contests. You can also send an e-mail to Jan Brett!
  • Captain Underpants by Dav Pilkey
    Play games and get a preview of the newest books. *Note: Grownups should check out Boring Grownup Stuff (not stuff for boring grownups), to find classroom activities.
  • Tracy Kane, Fairy Houses
    See pictures of fairy houses and learn how to build your own.
  • Stacks for Kids
    Information about your favorite Scholastic books & authors like Guardians of Ga'hoole, Dear Dumb Diary and more.


readerFor Readers

  • Sylvan's Book Adventure
    Book Adventure is a FREE reading motivation program for children in grades K-8. You can create your own book lists from over 7,000 recommended titles, take quizzes on the books you've read, and earn points and PRIZES for your successes! Book Adventure was created by and is maintained by Sylvan Learning.
  • BookHive
    Find some good books to read, listen to a story on your computer, or you can write your own story and post it.
  • Classic Books Online
    Some classic books that you can read online.
  • International Children's Digital Library
    Read many children's books, in many languages, online. You can search by title, author and language or look for types of books like award winners or fairy tales. Also look for books by country, age of the reader or many other ways.
  • Kids Reads
    Wow! Find out about new books, your favorite series and recommendations. We suggest looking at the reviews, cool new books, and series.


read to kidsFor Parents & Teachers

  • Author/Illustrator Pages
    A collection of Web sites about authors and illustrators.
  • Birth To 6
    Early Literacy information and booklists.
  • Children's Book Council
    Tons of information about children's books and reading.
  • NHPTV Family Literacy
    NH Public Television's Web site about reading to children, raising readers and enjoying reading as a family. Includes book recommendations, book-related activities and schedules of literature-based Public television programs.
  • Storyplace
    Listen to an online story, try out an online activity, or print out an activity sheet. Parent Activity Sheets include related songs and games, information and ideas for further reading.


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