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Hard to believe it's time to start talking about buying those school supplies, checking schedules, and setting alarm clocks. Here are some fun books to get you and your kids in the mood for school! The New Girl ...and Me (JEasy ROBB) by Jacqui Rob…
July 19
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At the Pikes Peak Libraries this summer kids are making big splashes with reading. Here are some picture books that capitalize on the wet and wild theme: I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean (JEASY SHER) by Kevin Sherry The giant squid is big alri…
July 5
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Elementary age girls are some of our best customers at the Pikes Peak Library District! Here are some great books to keep them happy and reading over the summer. Just Grace by Charise Mericle Harper (J FICT HARP) Just Grace used to be well - jus…
May 12
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It's almost spring! Even though we might see some big, white, fluffy flakes falling from the sky, let's anticipate rain, flowers, baby animals, gardens, and sunshine. Here are some books to get you and your little one in the mood for spring. All of…
March 11
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On February 15 we celebrate President's Day, a combination birthday party for Presidents Washington and Lincoln. In honor of two of our most famous presidents, here are some books available at your favorite Pikes Peak Library Branch: George Washing…
February 1
Andrea Kussman commented on Marie Ballard's blog post 'Sing, Dance, and Clap your Hands: Free Music from PPLD'
This is a great post. There's so much great music in the library for children that you could do a series of posts about it.
January 14
Anna Worthington commented on Marie Ballard's blog post 'Sing, Dance, and Clap your Hands: Free Music from PPLD'
The library is a great source for all kinds of free entertainment, check out the story times for baby's and toddlers! Also they have a wide selection of children's books and dvd's. When my children were young the library was the place to be.
January 13
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Sing, Dance, and Clap your Hands with PPLD CDs When my kids were little I wished we had sung and danced and laughed and were wild and boisterous a little more. Less home work, more home play. With emphasis on the singing and dancing here is a colle…
January 12
Andrea Kussman commented on Marie Ballard's blog post 'Special Books at PPLD Even Your Toddler Can't Destroy'
I love the Nursery Rhyme Board Books. What better way to introduce your child to Mother Goose than through bright pictures.
January 5
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We call them board books; they're tough, sturdy, and just the right size for smudgy, pudgy little hands. The stories are simple and bright. Pretty quickly your toddler will be "reading" them to you. Many of these books include actions to do with you…
January 4
Marie Ballard commented on Andrea Kussman's blog post 'Diary of a Wimpy Kid by Jeff Kinney'
All kids, but especially boys, from about 4-7th grade love this series. I guess we can all relate to having a tough time in middle school!
December 10, 2009
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How about some fun animal books to read with your favorite pre-schooler or to add to your holiday shopping list? Here are some books about our furry, feathered, and fluffy friends to amuse and educate both parents and kids. Big Cat, Small Cat by Am…
December 1, 2009
A blog post by Marie Ballard was featured
The inevitable flu and cold season is upon us, and this year more than ever we are aware of the health risks to our families. Here are a few books that will help teach kids good hygiene around coughing and sneezing as well as help them feel a little…
November 24, 2009
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The inevitable flu and cold season is upon us, and this year more than ever we are aware of the health risks to our families. Here are a few books that will help teach kids good hygiene around coughing and sneezing as well as help them feel a little…
November 24, 2009
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If It's August it must Be Back to School Time!

Hard to believe it's time to start talking about buying those school supplies, checking schedules, and setting alarm clocks.



Here are some fun books, available at your favorite PPLD library, to get you and your kids in the mood for school!



The New Girl ...and Me (JEasy ROBB) by Jacqui Robbins


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Posted on July 19, 2010 at 3:30pm —

Marie Ballard

Splishy Splashy Books


At the Pikes Peak Libraries this summer kids are making big splashes with reading. Here are some picture books that capitalize on the wet and wild theme:




I'm the Biggest Thing in the Ocean (JEASY SHER) by Kevin Sherry



The giant squid i

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Posted on July 5, 2010 at 5:56pm —

Marie Ballard

Books for Our Favorite Girls

Elementary age girls are some of our best customers at the Pikes Peak Library District! Here are some great books to keep them happy and reading over the summer.




Just Grace by Charise Mericle Harper (J FICT HARP)




Just Grace used to be well - just Grace - until fo

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Posted on May 12, 2010 at 11:52am —

Marie Ballard

Spring Forward!

It's almost spring! Even though we might see some big, white, fluffy flakes falling from the sky, let's anticipate rain, flowers, baby animals, gardens, and sunshine. Here are some books to get you and your little one in the mood for spring. All of these books are available at the Pikes Peak Library. Check the catalog at ppld.org or call your local branch to check for availability.


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Posted on March 11, 2010 at 10:47am —

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