What to read next?
Use the resources below to help you find your next perfect match.
Books in series - Search for an author's name or book title to find the next book in your favorite series.
NovelList - Explore books based on genre or appeal (Example: a funny book featuring a mischievous character for a 0-8 year old).
Email us! - Your local youth librarians are happy to help suggest titles. Shoot us a quick email and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.
eBooks & Online Resources
Storyline Online - Your favorite celebrities reading your kids' favorite stories.
Media Literacy Toolkit and News Literacy Toolkit - Wonder Media, in partnership with public library staff from a variety of districts created a usable, accessible, and fun toolkit aimed at 11-14 year olds. Based on an interactive exhibition at the Kalamazoo Valley Museum, kids (and teachers) can enjoy these games and activities to develop their media and news literacy skills!
Lists of Interest
AR Bookfinder - Search for books using criteria such as ATOS book level or a Lexile™ measure, interest level, title, author, fiction/nonfiction, subject, award-winners, state lists, CCSS Exemplars, and more.
Caldecott Medal - Awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the
artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.
Newbery Medal - Awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the
author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.
Young Hoosier Book Award - The Young Hoosier Book Award Program encourages
self-selected reading among elementary and middle school/junior high school students. You can participate in our Young Hoosier Book Award Challenge each year between October - May!
Reading Challenges!
Make reading a game (yes, badges and prizes!) with one of our reading challenges. All challenges can be accessed via the Beanstack program either online or on the Beanstack App.
The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten ongoing challenge is designed to promote reading to newborns, infants, and toddlers and to encourage parent and child bonding through reading. (Plus there are prizes along the way!) Learn more HERE or pop into the library to find out how to sign up!
We're already planning the Summer Reading Program for 2025!
Each summer LPLD hosts a summer reading program full of engaging programs, challenges, and prizes for all ages. Our 2025 theme, “Color Our World,” encourages you to embrace the beauty of art in all its forms, creating a colorful tapestry of experiences for everyone.
Dates to remember:
May - July > > Enroll in the summer reading program at your library.
June - July > > Attend programs and read, read, read!
August > > Prizes drawn
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Check out our full calendar of events for 0-12 year olds.
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