Children’s illustrator Floyd Cooper has passed away at the age of 64. Born and raised in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he has illustrated dozens of children’s books and was widely loved by the children’s literature community. Some of his books include Willie Read More …
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Let’s Talk Books! The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi
In the video below, Jessica talks about The Henna Artist by Alka Joshi. Find this item in our catalog here. This author has just recently released a sequel to this book called The Secret Keeper of Jaipur. Find that one Read More …
Graphic Novels for Kids!
Looking for something new to read? Check out these great kid’s graphic novels on Hoopla! Remember you can count these books for your summer reading! New Kid by Jerry Craft After his parents send him to a prestigious private school Read More …
Parking Lot Improvements
Update Mon., July 26: The parking lot work is completed. Thank you for your patience! Through a governmental partnership with the Village of Gurnee, the west side of the library parking lot will be paved beginning Mon., July 12, weather Read More …
Happy 4th of July!
Independence Day (aka Fourth of July) is the annual celebration of the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress in 1776. These books (available on Hoopla) will help you understand the history behind this holiday. You can Read More …