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Here We Go Again!

 On lock down? No worries there is still lots to challenge you. Starting tomorrow check out SYNC for Teens. Free audiobooks for you to keep!

Program runs from 

April 29th - August 4th

 

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SORA

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Story of the Week:

He Who Dreams by Melanie Florence 

John has little time for anything else while juggling soccer, school, friends & family. Then one day John finds himself following the sound of drums and discovers an indigenous dance class. Before he knows it, John is skipping soccer practice and neglecting his other responsivities to secretly learn to dance.

The nearest dance school is in the city… John will have to stop hiding his new passion for dance despite the mocking of his teammates and the hostility of the boys in his dance class to pursue his dreams.

   

Stories of the Week:

I Survived Series by Lauren Tarshis

The "I Survived" series, written by Lauren Tarshis, is a great series for all readers! Each book tells a terrifying and thrilling story from history, through the eyes of the person who lived to tell the tale. Make sure to check the "New Books" link in the side bar to see the newest additions to this series. 

 

Story of the Week:

Who Could That Be at This Hour?

by Lemony Snicket

This is the story of teen aged Lemony Snicket that finds himself in a suspenseful tale of theft, betrayal, and heroism. Join Lemony on a journey that is full of action, mystery and humour.

This newest series by Lemony Snicket is the prequel to the Series of Unfortunate Events.

Both of these series' are available to you from your school library and your public library system.

Click on the picture to read a review from goodreads.

Story of the Week:

Valour at Vimy Ridge: Canadian Heroes of World War I

By Tom Douglas

Here are the true stories of the Canadian heroes at Vimy Ridge.Discover how that battle became a symbol of sacrifice.

To read a review on goodreads click here.

This is available in print through your school library and can be found at the public library in both print and ebook

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Story of the Week:

The List by Patricia Forde  

Word smith, Letta finds herself in the middle of an evil plan to destroy all language. A language that only has 500 words...

SourcebooksInc describes this story as Farhrenheit 451 meets The Giver! This story is a great reminder of the power of words and the dangers of censorship.

To watch the book trailer click on the picture. 

To read a review on goodreads click here.   

Available in our library and through the public library system in various formats.