Book Recommendations

During Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, we have an opportunity to celebrate and highlight the heritage and cultures of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. Understanding and knowledge comes from talking about and highlighting the vital roles that those of many other cultures play in society. Reading offers a great opportunity for families to…

During Women’s History Month, we have an opportunity to celebrate and highlight the accomplishments of women throughout history. Empowerment comes from talking about and highlighting the vital roles that women play in society. As Melinda Gates said so succinctly: “When women and girls are empowered to participate fully in society, everyone benefits.” Until recently, the…

History is a great teacher. As Santayana so eloquently said: “Those who do not learn history are doomed to repeat it.” Along with learning from the darker moments of the past to ensure that they’re never relived, there are many great opportunities to teach children to set their goals and ambitions as high as they…

The Table Where Rich People Sit by Byrd Baylor, Illustrations by Peter Parnall Could you put a price on the pleasure of sitting with your child to share a meal, a story?  On waking up to a perfect sunrise, or enjoying a laugh with a dear friend? As the holidays once more approach, it is natural…

On a clear and sunny morning, children from all around Dorchester gathered to hear the tale of Lady Pancake and Sir French Toast. As parents, grandparents, and guardians alike brought their little ones into Boston Public Library, faces lit up when they saw what was in store for them. “A pancake making station!” librarian Cindy…

It’s the most wonderful time of the year . . . to curl up with your child and read a holiday or winter book. Whether you tell the story of a Grinch, a lucky dog or what snowmen do at night, the greatest gift you can give to your child is to share a story.…

You can count on finding these number books for children ages 0-6 at the library or on Amazon Smile by clicking the links below: Title Author Ten Fat Turkeys Tony Johnston Carlo Likes Counting Jessica Spanyol Cat Count Betsy Lewin Cleo’s Counting Book Stella Blackstone Count Agnese Baruzzi Count on Culebra Ann Whitford Paul Count…