Saturday, July 21, 2012
Patch asked local librarians and book lovers to recommend some of their favorite books for children. We've collected the answers received in this article for you. Look them up at your local library, or scour the shelves of the bookstore for these gems.
Jen Gerber, Library Director, Oscar Grady Public Library, Saukville David Nimmer, Director, WJ Niederkorn Library, Port Washington Take the time to enjoy these quick chapter books for beginning readers. They are all from the Captain Awesome series by Stan Kirby and George O'Connor. And please, read them out loud. I am looking forward to the fifth book in the series due out in late August - "Captain Awesome, Soccer Star." Jenna Czaplewski, Greenfield Patch Book Blogger Brookfield Public Library staff PICTURE BOOKS Kathy Klager, Director Pauline Haass Public Library, Sussex Susan Nolte, Bayside
Sunday, July 8, 2012
Patch asked book enthusiasts throughout our coverage area to share their favorite summer reads. Here's a collection of great books, covering just about every genre you can think of.
Looking for a good book? Patch asked librarians and literary types from throughout the Milwaukee area to share their favorites for summer reading. Try one of these out, if you're looking for a new read, and leave a note on your recommendations in the comments. Phil Gerbyshak, Glendale Jen Gerber, Library Director, Oscar Grady Public Library, Saukville Susan McPherson, Retired ex-English major/economist/journalist/voracious reader, Fox Point Books on her bedside table: David Nimmer, Director WJ Niederkorn Library, Port Washington When I think of summer reading suggestions I think strategy more than a specific books. Summer is for enjoyment and fun but not to completely forget those ideas that peak our interest. So my recommendation is …
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
My great-grandmother would be so pleased to see her timeless book included in the Patch summer reading lists.
- OPINION
- Léna Roy
-
Wednesday, June 20, 2012
Editor's note: We're sharing this article from our east coast colleagues in Bedford, as part of Patch's partnership with James Patterson's ReadKiddoRead program to promote summertime reading. Summertime, and the reading is easy . . . or challenging, depending on our mood, right? I have just submitted my latest YA manuscript to my agent, so I am gearing up for a reading frenzy, a veritable feast of other people’s words. And I love them all, from picture books to the classics. (Right now I am reading The Mysterious Benedict Society aloud to my daughter (age 7) at the urging of my boys (ages 10 and 12) and I am LOVING it.) For myself I am currently reading A Discovery of Witches. When I was a child, summertime meant getting lost in other …
Saturday, June 16, 2012
Muskego Patch has teamed up with ReadKiddoRead.com, the website founded by No. 1 best-selling author James Patterson, to bring readers a program to foster reading all summer long.
Just because summer is here doesn't mean its time to close the books — in fact, the warm weather can be the perfect time to get lost in a good story. Patch has teamed up with ReadKiddoRead.com, the website founded by No. 1 best-selling author James Patterson, in a partnership that aims to, "encourage kids' passion for reading and to support parents' efforts to interest their kids in books," according to a press release from the company. The two groups released Patch and James Patterson's/ReadKiddoRead’s Summer Reading List, the first program in the partnership, on all of the more than 850 Patch sites across the country. "We hope moms and dads will be inspired to take an even more active role in getting their kids into books and reading," …
What happened that you might have missed in the past week? Let's catch you up!
Patch news included a new partnership to get kids reading this summer - Summer Reading: Patch, James Patterson Team Up and Talk Books - and also great news on the latest 'ratings' for Patch, thanks to you - Traffic Jam: Muskego Patch Joins Other Sites in Celebrating Biggest Month Yet June 11 -Muskego Police Looking for Teen Volunteers for Safety City 2012 June 12 - two stories we ran after the June 11 Parks and Rec meeting, Island Ice Cream Hopes to Strike a Jazzy Note and Doggone It: No Park Yet for Pooches got some of you talking. If you missed the stories, join in the discussion. June 13 - June 14 - Muskego Public Library's summer reading program launched. Read more on how you can get involved. School's Out: Let's Read! Road projects …
Thursday, June 14, 2012
Muskego Public Library launches its annual summer reading program 'Dream Big: Read', and there's something for everyone in the family, not just kids. Registration begins June 14.
There will be no excuses to be bored this summer, as the Muskego Public Library launches its summer reading - and doing - programs, 'Dream Big: Read!' Along with books, there will be presentations by various groups to occupy your kid's time. They've even thrown in quite a few offerings for teens and adults as well. Registration begins Thursday, June 14 and some programs have a limit, so take advantage of the opportunity soon. "Little Dreamers" ages 3-6 Wednesdays, June 20 & 27; July 11, 18, & 25 Ages 3 - 6 years Time - 9:30 - 10:05 AM or 10:30 - 11:05 AM (Same program will be repeated.) Registration is required and will begin June 14th. "Lunch Bunch" for kids entering grades 1-5 Wednesdays, June 20 & 27; July 11, 18, & 25 Pack a lunch …
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Kids 10 and under will be entered into a drawing to win a ride-along with a state trooper when they finish reading 10 or more books.
- GOVERNMENT
-
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
The Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) wants to motivate children 10 and under to take part in the department’s statewide reading challenge. Participants must read 10 books with a transportation-related theme. Once the challenge has been met, with the help of a parent or guardian, participants need to complete the Transportation Reading Challenge form, available on WisDOT’s web site, and submit it to the department’s Office of Public Affairs. All children who read 10 books will receive a small gift for their accomplishment and will be entered in a drawing for a chance to win a ride-along with a state trooper. WisDOT’s summer reading challenge starts Wednesday, June 13 and ends on Friday, August 31. The winner will be notified …
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. Here, James Patterson’s summer reading picks for tweens and teens, ages 11-up.
- SUMMER
-
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Looking for another escape? This list of books has something for everyone — fantasy, adventure, and of course, love. What more is there? Read one, or read ‘em all — post your thoughts in the comments. Or, if we missed your favorite book, tell us in the comments! Great Advanced Reads for Tweens and Teens Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs A thrilling reading experience which combines fantasy with haunting vintage photography. Find out what happens when 16-year old Jacob discovers the ruins of Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children. The Lost Hero (Heroes of Olympus series) by Rick Riordan After rebuilding Camp Half-Blood, Kronos, Percy and their friends inherit a quest for which they need help from a few …
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Favorite Pageturners” from James Patterson. These books are great read.
- SUMMER
-
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Looking for a great book to read this summer? This list of books has something for everyone — adventure, magic, smart kids, and amazing kids. Read one, or read ‘em all — post your thoughts in the comments. Or, if we missed your favorite book, tell us in the comments! Dead End in Norvelt by Jack Gantos Two months of being grounded during summer vacation change Jack Gantos’ life forever. Especially since it involves the mysterious chore of typing obituaries for his intriguing neighbor. Charlie Joe Jackson’s Guide to Not Reading by Tommy Greenwald What happens when Charlie Joe Jackson, the most reluctant reader EVER has to actually read a book? Big Nate in a Class by Himself (Big Nate series) by Lincoln Peirce Things don’t always go your way …
Patch has teamed up with James Patterson’s READKIDDOREAD program to bring you reading lists for every age. If you’re looking for some great summer reading options, check this list of “Terrific Transitional” books from James Patterson.
- SUMMER
-
Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Looking for a great book to read with your kids this summer? This list will help you transition from illustrated kids books to books your kids will love to read independently. Read one, or read ‘em all — post your thoughts in the comments. Or, if we missed your favorite book, tell us in the comments! Pirate vs. Pirate: The Terrific Tale of a Big, Blustery Maritime Match by Mary Quattlebaum The biggest boy pirate and the maddest girl pirate face-off in a series of competitions and then find themselves falling in love! Bad Kitty Gets a Bath (Bad Kitty series) by Nick Bruel When you give a bath to Bad Kitty, you need, among other things, soap, a towel and a suit of armor. Amelia Bedelia by Peggy Parish and illustrated by Fritz Siebel Learn …
Sarah Worthman
12:46 pm on Wednesday, July 25, 2012
Thanks, CowDung, I'll see if we can include that in our other reading lists. more ›