DC Talking Book and Braille Program (NLS)
Part of the National Library Service for the Blind and Print Disabled (NLS).
Kids
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Do you know these Black women? Your library card gives you an “in” to Her-story
Black History Month gives us an opportunity to focus on the contributions of Black Americans. Here are five Black women you might have missed. I’ve highlighted a picture book biography that features each woman.
Do you know these women?
Your library card gives you an “in” to more of Her-Stories - in picture books!
Eight Books for Eight Nights of Hanukkah
This year many of our neighbors will celebrate Hanukkah, starting the evening of Thursday, Dec. 7 through Friday, Dec. 15. Hanukkah is a winter "festival of lights." Families mark the occasion by lighting a menorah each night, sharing gifts, and enjoying special foods. The word Hanukkah means "dedication," The lighting of the menorah symbolizes the story of a miracle where when the Maccabees reclaimed the Holy Temple in Jerusalem and rededicated it. They only had enough oil to light the Temple's Menorah for one night but the supply lasted for eight whole nights.
Ello
Ello is your child’s read-along companion who listens, teaches, and transforms them into an enthusiastic reader. Available at eight neighborhood libraries.
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Exploring Our Nation’s Capital
Check out these ten books for young readers (babies, toddlers and elementary school ages) about our nation’s capital.
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! New Children's Picture Books are here!
New books are discussed here: The Keeper of Stories; Something Good; Hope in a Jar; Waiting for Hanami; And She Was Loved: Toni Morrison's Life in Stories