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National Poetry Month Book List for Kids
Elementary A Place Inside of Me: a Poem to Heal the Heart by Zetta Elliot Book The Undefeated by Kwame Alexander Book Hello, Earth! Poems to Our Planet by Joyce Sidman Book Just Like Me by Vanessa Brantley Newton Book Gone … Continued →
Standing Against Anti-Asian Violence | A Book List
“Read people who are in racial groups other than your own. If you’re a man, read women. Listen to your friends who are non-white — and if you don’t have non-white friends, that’s a problem.” – Cathy Park Hong, author … Continued →
Hiking in the Inland Northwest
Spokane is a terrific place to be for outdoor recreation; particularly after the long winter months of inactivity. Opportunities abound along the trails and on the water for fun and adventure. Hiking is one of the great things to do this time … Continued →
Women’s History Month Book List
Last year, the National Women’s History Alliance selected as their theme “Valiant Women of the Vote: Refusing to be Silenced.” Since most women’s suffrage events were canceled in 2020, they extended the theme for 2021 as it “captures the spirit … Continued →
Student Newsletter | February 2021
Black History Month 2021
While February is Black History Month, it is important to reflect on the stories and impact of Black history throughout the year. The Library partnered with members of the community to provide videos, events, and book lists to inspire the … Continued →
Black History Month | Book List Recommended by Community Members
For Black History Month, we reached out to members of Spokane’s Black community and asked them to share a couple of their favorite books or books they felt were important for others to read. This is an #OwnVoices list in … Continued →
Black History Month | Book List for Kids 2021
This is an #OwnVoices list for Black History Month featuring stories of historical fiction, fiction, biography, and more about prominent people, movements, and eras outlined in Black history. We hope these books inspire learning and reflection. Picture Books Henry’s Freedom Box by … Continued →
Student Newsletter | January
Winter & Holiday Picture Books 2020
Find a variety of children’s books to share celebrations of winter and a variety of winter holidays. Pick these up via curbside pickup! Tree of Cranes by Allen Say Book Seven Spools of Thread: A Kwanzaa Story by Angela … Continued →
Indigenous Literature Booklist
This list, written with #OwnVoices, includes stories of everyday life, of special occasions, and of boarding schools and their long-lasting effects, all representing a variety of experiences of Indigenous people and tribal nations. PICTURE BOOKS Nipêhon = I Wait by Caitlin Dale … Continued →