Books to Buy, Books to Borrow
Kendal Rautzhan

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“The Skull in the Rock: How a Scientist, a Boy, and Google Earth Opened a New Window on Human Origins” by Lee R. Berger & Marc AronsonNATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC

For young and old alike, it's not possible to know if we are interested in something we don't know exists. One of the benefits of exploring nonfiction books with children is that those books open new worlds and new ideas. When something clicks and an interest emerges in a particular subject, it can be the start of a lifelong passion that may even develop into a future career.


Book to Borrow

"Gorillas" by Seymour Simon, photographs various credits, Smithsonian/HarperCollins, 32 pages. Read aloud: age 5-9. Read yourself: age 8-9.

This outstanding book provides young animal lovers with the latest and most important information about one of nature's most intelligent animals.

Outstanding color photographs are coupled with engaging, informative text elucidating man's closest genetic relative — the gorilla. Learn about the different kinds of gorillas, how and where they live, groom, sleep, play and more. Fascinating in every regard, it's no wonder Seymour Simon has been hailed as "the dean of the (children's science book) field."


Librarian's Choice

Western Pocono Community Library, 2000 Pilgrim Way, Brodheadsville

Choices this week: "Apple Farmer Annie" by Monica Wellington; "Stop, Drop and Roll" by Lisa Desimini; "Harvest Time" by Mercer Mayer


Book to Buy

"The Story of Silk: From Worm Spit to Woven Scarves" written and photographed by Richard Sobol, Candlewick, 2012, 37 pages, $17.99 hardcover. Read aloud: age 9-10. Read yourself: age 10-11 and older.

Silk has long been one of the world's most sought-after fabrics. But for those who think they know about silk, think again. This book explains things most of us would ever know about silk, taking readers/listeners on a fascinating journey to Thailand where author/photographer Richard Sobol investigates just what it takes to create this luxurious textile, from the careful tending and feeding of silkworms all the way to the magnificent finished product.

Prepare to be amazed and informed.

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