by Amy Fuller | Sep 12, 2022 | Comic Spotlight, Resources
Personal narrative writing has long been a staple in the middle school English/Language Arts curriculum. What was once, “What did you do over summer break?” has now evolved into more sophisticated and meaningful writing prompts asked of our students at the beginning...
by LibraryPass | Apr 25, 2022 | Announcements, Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Summer breaks are great for relaxing, experiencing new adventures, and eventually, gearing up for another school year! Our Summer Reading Guide features great recommendations that will spark imaginations and foster insightful conversations throughout the summer and...
by LibraryPass | Nov 11, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Events, Resources
On October 28, 2021, comics creators Juni Ba (Djeliya), Svetlana Chmakova (Awkward, The Weirn Books, Dramacon), and Joseph Illidge (MPLS Sound, Heavy Metal), shared insights on their work, the unique power of comics and manga, and the important role libraries play in...
by Moni Barrette | Nov 1, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
The concept of family is no longer the simple, nuclear definition often idealized in stories of the past. It is now accepted that families come in all sizes and combinations—diverse, messy, wonderful, and often complicated. What has not changed is the enduring value...
by Moni Barrette | Jul 1, 2021 | Comic Spotlight, Comics Plus, Resources
Keeping avid young readers busy with age-appropriate books that they’ll enjoy can be a challenge, especially during the long Summer break. Reading bestsellers and re-reading favorites can be fun, but it can also create fatigue and diminished interest as other media...