Looking for a good children’s book? The annual “Great Books for Kids” list from the Cuyahoga County Public Library provides that answer from infants to teens.
“The gift-giving guide highlights the very best recently published books,” Robert Rua, library spokesman, says. “The Cuyahoga County Public librarians select all of the books we recommend in Great Books for Kids.”
Some names of authors you might find familiar, while others might be new to the reader.
Those wishing to find the list can visit the library system’s website that has many interactive features. Visitors can borrow books in a number of formats or even purchase them.
“We added a new ‘Buy Now’ feature with the help of our partners at Baker & Taylor (a distributor of books, videos and music products to libraries, institutions and retailers),” Rue says. “Most of the titles featured in the 2014 edition of Great Books for Kids are available at discounted prices.”
The library team included creative artwork on the website to tell their story.
“Namely that of our protagonist, Auggie the Owl, and all the memories he’s made growing up at the library,” Rue says. “Auggie’s story highlights some of the many wonderful services we provide for kids and their families.”
Visit cuyahogalibrary.org to view the collection, borrow and purchase. You can also find a selection of toys to borrow. The system also offers a free abbreviated version of the list in branches for those who prefer print.
There are plenty of reasons to explore Great Books for Kids — even after the holidays are over. For starters, it’s an excellent place to find great books to read as part of Cuyahoga County Library’s Resolve to Read contest, which begins Jan. 5 and runs through Feb. 6. During Resolve to Read, every time you use your library card you earn a raffle entry to win a free iPad, courtesy of Baker & Taylor. The library system will be giving away four iPads every week for five weeks. Resolve to Read is one New Year’s resolution that’s actually going to be fun. Visit Cuyahoga County Library’s website at cuyahogalibrary.org for details or get information at your local branch.
