Category Archives: Teens

“Check these out!!”

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“I debated whether or not to watch the new version of The Lion King. I loved the animated movie when I was a kid, and watched it over and over and over and…I’m sure my parents were beyond sick of it, but I watched it so much that I knew all the words and songs by heart. With so much love for the original Disney version, I thought this one might be a letdown. I was wrong. I thoroughly enjoyed the movie and had to fight the urge to sing along. There are just enough little changes to wording to keep it humorous and entertaining. The scenery and animals are gorgeous. Even my husband liked the movie. In the end, I was glad I decided to give it a try.”

Highly recommended. Reserve it today at https://catalog.pcplibrary.org/webopac//default.aspx?CatID=149199.

 

“Be brave. Be bold. Be you.” Lily and Dunkin, written by Donna Gephart, is an excellent book that addresses many issues and stigmas facing adolescents in a positive way.

The story follows Lily, a transgender girl trying  to be herself, and Dunkin, a young boy dealing with the ups and downs of bipolar disorder. Their interwoven story is both heartbreaking and inspiring as they each struggle to find acceptance both at home and school.

This is a story for anyone who has ever felt like an outcast, anyone who has struggled with being different, and anyone who loves someone dealing with the stigma of being different. This is a story that shows the power of support from family and friends.

Highly recommended. Reserve it today at https://catalog.pcplibrary.org/webopac//default.aspx?CatID=141790.

Tough Topics Display

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Sometimes looking for books on certain subjects can be embarrassing.  Even worse can be asking for help to find those books.  As the librarians at your public library, we are here to help.  We have created a display of various “Tough Topic” books that are available to check out or just look through while your here.  We understand that these topics are already difficult to talk about, but having to let someone in on your personal business can be too much.  If we can help in any way, please know we are here for our community.  If you have topics suggestions, let us know.

Libraries Transform Book Pick

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Join a nationwide reading experience

PCPL will be offering unlimited ebook copies of “After the Flood” by Kassandra Montag. “After the Flood” is the first selection of the Libraries Transform Book Pick digital reading program, which offers access to the same book at the same time through public libraries.

“After the Flood” will be available for download October 7—21, 2019 at pcplibrary.org. There will be no waitlists or holds for the title. Only a library card and the Libby app are needed to download the ebook.

The Libraries Transform Book Pick is brought to you by the American Library Association and OverDrive.

Big Library Read Starts November 2!

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The next Big Library Read kicks off on November 2 with the title:”Reverie” by Ryan La Sala – available in ebook and audiobook format.

You can borrow the featured title from your library as an ebook or audiobook with no waitlists or holds.

“Inception meets The Magicians in the most imaginative YA debut of the year!

All Kane Montgomery knows for certain is that the police found him half-dead in the river. He can’t remember how he got there, what happened after, and why his life seems so different now. And it’s not just Kane who’s different, the world feels off, reality itself seems different.

As Kane pieces together clues, three almost-strangers claim to be his friends and the only people who can truly tell him what’s going on. But as he and the others are dragged into unimaginable worlds that materialize out of nowhere—the gym warps into a subterranean temple, a historical home nearby blooms into a Victorian romance rife with scandal and sorcery—Kane realizes that nothing in his life is an accident. And when a sinister force threatens to alter reality for good, they will have to do everything they can to stop it before it unravels everything they know.

This wildly imaginative debut explores what happens when the secret worlds that people hide within themselves come to light.”

Author Event
Don’t miss a live, virtual event with author Ryan La Sala on November 10 at 2pm ET. Register today.
Get readers talking
Check out this reader’s guide and discussion board designed to encourage conversation and help people get the most from Reverie. Readers also have a chance to win Libby merchandise when they use #biglibraryread on social media.

Banned Book Week

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“Banned Books Week is an annual event celebrating the freedom to read. Banned Books Week was launched in 1982 in response to a sudden surge in the number of challenges to books in schools, bookstores and libraries. It highlights the value of free and open access to information. Banned Books Week brings together the entire book community — librarians, booksellers, publishers, journalists, teachers, and readers of all types — in shared support of the freedom to seek and to express ideas, even those some consider unorthodox or unpopular.”

Graphing Calculators Available at Your Library!

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Purchasing supplies for school can be expensive.  To help alleviate some of this financial burden, the Library is proud to offer several TI-84 Plus Graphing Calculators.  This calculator can help visualize concepts related to math and science courses.  We have 4 ready to checkout for 2 weeks at a time and can be renewed up to 3 times.  If you prefer, we also have 2 that are for use in the Library only.  These are available at our Circulation Desk.  Contact us with any questions or inquiries.

Backyard Wilderness Exhibit

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Stop by the Library and see our Backyard Wilderness Exhibit.  It is a 10’ x 6’ x 6’ interactive display focusing on the basics of the ecosystem.  The featured species all have territories that span much of North America, and the idea is to let kids start exploring within the exhibit, then take their curiosity outside into their own backyard, parks and other outdoor spaces.  The display features:

¨ Eye-catching photorealistic artwork

¨ Scavenger hunt of 15 different plants and animals  hidden in the exhibit

¨ A beautiful durable printed carpet

¨ “Telescopes” that provide more information about the creatures they’re pointing at

¨ Tips on how to become an outdoor explorer

¨ Inspiring quotes hidden in the tree roots

¨ A companion popup banner with a scavenger hunt cheat sheet of all and next steps for further engagement.

Pride of Pendleton County Photo Contest

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Our Annual Pride of Pendleton County Photo Contest is upon us!   We will be accepting entries from August 1 until September 7.  Prizes are:  $25 gas cards to the winner in each category.

Entry forms are available at the Library.  The rules and regulations are…

Rules and Regulations:

  1. One photograph per person, per category.
  2. The categories are:
    1. Scenic
    2.   Pets and Wildlife
    3. Architecture
    4. People
  3. All photographs must be 8 x 10.
  4. All photographs must be submitted in hard copy form for judging purposes.
  5. All photographs must be taken in Pendleton County.
  6. Photographs that have resulting in prior monetary gain are not permitted.
  7. All participants must complete an entry form when making submission.
  8. All photographs must be submitted to the Pendleton County Library beginning August 1, 2019 and no later than 8:00 pm on Saturday September 7, 2019.
  9. Judging will take place by the community, at the EweNique Art Walk on September 14, from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm.  The winners will be announced at 8:00 pm.  The decision of the judges is final.

For questions and inquiries, please contact the library at 859-654-8535.

Here are last years winners:

 

KYVL Provides Access to Opposing Viewpoints Context Database

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KYVL is pleased to announce that much-anticipated access to the Opposing Viewpoints in Context database is now available.

Gale’s Opposing Viewpoints In Context is the premier online resource covering today’s hottest social issues, from capital punishment to immigration to marijuana. This cross-curricular research database supports science, social studies, current events, and language arts classes. Informed, differing views help learners develop critical-thinking skills and draw their own conclusions.

Opposing Viewpoints In Context is a rich resource for debaters and includes pro/con viewpoints, reference articles, interactive maps, infographics, and more. A category on the National Debate Topic provides quick and easy access to content on frequently studied and discussed issues. Periodical content covers current events, news and commentary, economics, environmental issues, political science, and more.

Start your search now at kyvl.org/ovic

NewsBank Special Reports

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NewsBank’s Special Reports are news articles, images, maps and other useful content grouped for convenience under specific topics and themes. They enable users to quickly locate information while helping them gain better insight into current global issues and events.

Following is a listing of ones that may be of particular interest at this time.

April Topics
National Poetry Month
Mental Health – Autism Awareness Month
World Economics – Financial Literacy Month
World Environment – Earth Day

Additional featured Reports covering current issues and events
World Politics and Government
Education Around the World
World Health
Natural Disasters
Science and Health in the News

Each Special Report features current and retrospective coverage with new articles added daily. They constitute a unique value to your users and are included with your NewsBank subscription. There are over 60 Reports to be sure the information you need is always available.

The video below shows you how to find Special Reports, what they are and how they can be used.

https://www.newsbank.com/videos/learning-center/how-find-use-special-reports