HPL Kids

I've been getting SO MANY EMAILS from publishers, librarians, and other book-pushing entities.  They have been tremendously helpful to me during the last few months, especially for keeping up with what's been published while I've been tucked away in my house.  They've also helped me write many of the blogs you've seen here since March 16.  In fact, I'm using one of those resources today.  Publisher HarperCollins has a children's school and library hub called HarperStacks.  That website had a superb resource for hosting a Middle Grade Book Club using new titles.  I have already read two of the titles, so I know for a fact they are good.  The third title is by an author I have previously read (and loved), and the final title is by a debut novelist.  All four titles are available instantly via Hoopla.

Kate DiCamillo
This Kate is the author of many award-winning books that you should most definitely read.  But I'm focusing in on her Mercy Watson series.  Why?  There's a few reasons, all equally important.  The tales of this "porcine wonder" are hilarious!  They are available in ebook format instantly on Hoopla!  The first book in the series is also one of the titles featured on My First Book Club, an "exciting new venture will showcase handpicked titles ideal for early readers alongside custom resources to help deepen children’s engagement with the books!"  [Are they also available on Libby?  Yes, yes they are.  Though you may have to place yourself on a waiting list.  You can also access them in Tumblebooks!  Click on the blue BOOKS rectangle on the main library page, then scroll down. You will need your library card number.]