Official Kids Mag is specifically written for kids ages 5 to 12. It contains activities and stories ranging from kid heroes, cooking, gardening, STEAM, education, fun facts and much more every month.
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pIcture BooKs as We grow author: libby Walden age: 3 to 7 years This beautifully illustrated picture book takes a good look at each stage of life, and the journey our lives take as we grow from children into adulthood. This is a book that would be an excellent read for families of all ages. the digger & the Flower author: Joseph Kuefler age: Baby to 5 years This adorable picture book is centered around a construction site, where digger and his friends spend the day working away, digging, scooping, and more. When he finds something in the rubble, he sets events in motion that will change him, his friends, and the city forever. This sweet story has a good environmental message, for the plant lovers of the world. growing season author: Maryann cocca-leffler age: 4 to 8 years This adorable spring read is perfect for little ones starting school and learning about friendship. El and Jo are the smallest in their grade and are best friends, but when Jo starts growing taller and faster than El, she feels even smaller than ever. When she's left with the smallest plant to take care of over the summer, she's disappointed, but as summer progresses, things start to bloom for both El and her little aster plant. lola dutch: When I grow up author: Kenneth Wright age: 4 to 8 years If your kiddo loves Fancy Nancy or Olivia, then Lola Dutch is a perfect alternative for them! This particular story is all about Lola Dutch's grand plans for when she grows up, and boy does she have a lot of them. She could be a magnificent performer, daring inventor, brilliant botanist, and more…but how does someone choose with so many amazing options in front of them? Watch as Lola Dutch is inspired by her world and explores every wonder of the world around her. This month's reading list is brought to you by the Springdale Public Library. The library invites parents and their children to participate in their Summer Reading Program (SRP), June 5 - July 31! This years theme is Color Your World! Registration begins on their website May 17th. Children who are registered will receive a SRP welcome bag that can be picked up in the Children's Department starting June 5th. Children and family members will be able to track their reading progress online with their Summer Reading tracker, Beanstack. Beanstack allows you to follow your progress, earn badges and win prizes along the way. For more information about the children's Summer Reading Program please call the Library at479-750-8180 or visit our website at www.springdalelibrary.org. chapter BooKs and graphIc noVels act (graphic novel) author: Kayla Miller age: 8 to 12 years This fun, coming-of-age graphic novel is perfect for fans of Raina Telegmeier and Shannon Hale. This story follows Olive, who's getting ready to start the sixth grade. It's an exciting time: new teachers, new experiences, and a field trip to the big city with her best friends! However, when she finds out school policy is preventing some students from attending the trip, she decides to act! She'll do whatever it takes to be heard by her peers and her school, even if it means running in the election against her closest friends. Can Olive make these big changes, while also keeping her friends? soul lanterns (chapter Book) author: shaw Kuzki age: 10-13 years This haunting and beautiful story is a historical fiction centered around the tragic bombing of Hiroshima and how those memories are transformed by a memorial lantern-floating ceremony. Nozomi is a young girl that lives in the city of Hiroshima and every year, she joins her family in a lantern ceremony to honor the lives lost in the bombing. Many write the names of their loved ones on the lantern, but Nozomi has noticed her mother always releases one with no name. As she begins to question this, stories of loss and loneliness begin to alter the landscape of what she knows to be true and looks for ways to share her loved ones experiences. Sometimes, the best way that we can grow as people and communities are through acts of compassion. starfish (chapter Book) author: lisa Fipps age: 10-13 years This lovely chapter book looks at the effects of being fat shamed, and what one girl will do to help her live her best life. Ellie has been made fun since the day she wore a whale swimsuit at her fifth birthday party. She tries to live by the Fat Girl Rules, like not eating in public, not making waves, and not moving too fast so your body doesn't jiggle. Her only safe space is her Books about growing! 44 • May 2021 • www.officialKidsMag.com