Summer time really is coming, as the weather is reminding us. Time for reading for fun! Our young readers like a challenge, an intriguing entertaining story with clues either visual or verbal. I Spy books, with a visual scavenger hunt, are a good way to introduce some of those critical…
If you are searching through our website at home and cannot find the book you are looking for, you can always suggest we purchase that item. This is something you can easily do from our website. From the library’s homepage, look on the right side for the words “Borrowing Info.”…
In April, the City of Santa Clarita presents a unique opportunity for your family. You can experience the Old West right here in our valley at the 25th anniversary of the Old Town Newhall Cowboy Poetry Festival. If you love being outdoors, listening and stomping your boots to wonderful music,…
Where I sit at the children’s desk, I am near the children’s audio section, both the longer chapter books and the shorter audios that include the read-along books. I hear what parents are looking for and what they like. Our selection includes many favorites. In the hanging bags, all three…
Not everyone wants to spend $75 taking their whole family to the movie theater anymore. Between ticket prices, popcorn prices, the constant need to go potty, and the whining that they want to go home, movie experiences are not always an ideal way for a family to spend the weekend.…
Elementary teachers often assign a biography report for students who are just learning what makes up a biography- the story of someone’s life. An autobiography is written by the famous person. In our libraries we dedicate special places for biographies: adult, young adult and children. Many students ask for the…
When most people think of the library, they think of books, good ‘ol paper books. But, the library has more to offer than just books. GASP! Did she just say “just books”?!?! Yes, books are important. I love books. But, if you are looking for something besides books, we may…
When we are looking for non-fiction books on various types of subject matter, we might not think of the 800’s as a great place to look for some of our favorites. Many books that children enjoy are there. Let’s take a look at what we can find in that area…
Does your child need a book about polar bears by Monday? Are you afraid that your going to drive all the way to the library, only to find out all the polar bear books are checked out? Did you know that you can check on this from home before ever…
Audio books are a great way to introduce your readers to an author, series, or subject. You might have a favorite book you remember, and you’d like to share it with your family at bedtime or in the car. Santa Clarita Public Library offers a wide variety of audiobooks that…
