New Books for Children: Monday, March 25

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.

Pollen: Darwin’s 130-Year Prediction

On January 25, 1862, naturalist Charles Darwin received a box of orchids. One flower, the Madagascar star orchid, fascinated him. It had an 11.5 inch nectary, the place where flowers make nectar, the sweet liquid that insects and birds eat. There must be a giant moth with a 11.5 inch proboscis, a straw-like tongue. In 1992, German entomologist Lutz Thilo Wasserthal traveled to Madagascar. He managed to capture two moths and released them in a cage with the orchid. He captured the first photo of the hawk moth pollinating the flower, as Darwin had predicted 130 years before. For ages 6-9.

My Antarctica

Join beloved author G. Neri on his long-dreamed-of voyage to the ice, where he taps into his inner child and encounters sea angels, mummified seals, space robots, inquisitive penguins, and so much more. Abundant full-color photographs and annotated comics and illustrations depict an unforgettable stay in a land of baffling mysteries to uncover, epic questions to ponder, and bigger-than-life stories to tell. Robust back matter includes more facts and history, recommended source material, and answers to questions about everything from logistics to cool science. For ages 7-10.

Gnome and Rat: Time to Party

Gnome and Rat—the silly and endearing best friends from the Enormous Forest—can’t wait to celebrate Gnome’s 133rd birthday! Gnome has a few things to accomplish in preparation for his big extravaganza. But what about Rat? He’s feeling a little left out… what big day can he celebrate for himself? Put on your party hats and join these funny friends as they come up with an entirely new holiday, make an unexpected birthday wish, and try to jazz up their exercise routine. But no matter the occasion, these two will always have something special to celebrate: each other. For ages 6-9.