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Weekly Library Specials
Preview or catch up on what we're reading!

• PK-K
• 1st Grade
• 2nd Grade
• 3rd Grade
• 4​th Grade

Resources for Reading & Engagement

• Virtual Library eBooks, eAudiobooks and more!
• Brainpop and Brainpop Jr: fun and educational games! They are currently offering free access to communities affected by the coronavirus. 
• Texas Library Association Recommended Reading Lists:
  • 2x2 (recommended reading for children ages 2-grade 2)
  • Little Maverick (recommended graphic novels for K-5)
  • Bluebonnet (recommended reading for grades 3-6)​​
  • Caldecott Medal annual award for best illustrated children's book.
  • Newbery Medal annual award for best children's book.

• Virtual Story Times
  • Storyline Online: famous actors  (Oprah Winfrey! Chris Pine!) read picture books.
  • Stay at Home Story Time Author/illustrator Oliver Jeffers reads his picture books every weekday.
  • Story Time from Space: an astronaut reads stories!
  • TumbleBook Library (requires an Austin Public Library card) animated, talking picture books with educational activities and games. 
• Additional Resources
  • Here Wee Read Diversity and Inclusion Expert Charnaie Gordon shares reading recommendations.
  • PenguinKids: authors read books on Instagram every weekday at 10 AM. 
  • Book Club Shows with Mac Barnett  Author Mac Barnett is going live on Instagram at 10 AM every day to host virtual book clubs. ​