New Books For Children: Wednesday, December 6

Looking for some new books for your children to read? The library is constantly receiving new materials, including the items below. Why not stop by and check out a book, CD, movie, or other material that they might find interesting. We will continue to offer “Grab and Go” services for those who prefer to place their books on hold online and then pick them up in the cabinet inside the library.

Here are a few of the new books for children that have arrived at the library recently. We invite you to check them out!

Kwanzaa Gets an A

There are different stories of why Kwanzaa has that extra A. One explanation said that an extra A was added to the end of the word Kwanzaa to distinguish the American celebration of the holiday from the African word of kwanza, which means first. Another author said the extra letter was added to the Swahili word to give the word seven letters to match the seven principles and symbols of the holiday. The truth is that Kwanzaa has two A’s because Dr. Karenga, the founder of Kwanzaa, added an extra ‘a’ to the word kwanza at the first celebration so that all seven children present could participate, an African tradition. For ages 4-8.

Why Do Elephants Have Big Ears? Questions—And Surprising Answers—About Animals

Do you know why a camel has a hump? A Zebra has stripes? Or why wombats have cube-shaped poop? Find out the answers in this fun and beautifully illustrated book, and learn oodles of other intriguing facts about the animal world. It’s the perfect gift for any kid who loves animals and is always asking “Why?” because who doesn’t want to know why a flamingo stands on one leg? For ages 4-8.

I’m Trying to Love Germs

This book is covered in germs! But to be fair, so are we. Did you know that there are more viruses and bacteria on Earth than there are stars in the known universe? Learn all about the microbes in and on our bodies that help us survive, the ones that don’t, and everything in between. Written in Bethany Barton’s trademark balance of informative and hilarious, I’m Trying to Love Germs is a perfect entry point to viruses, the pandemic, and the importance of washing our hands. For ages 4-8.