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“The Universe of Stories” is the theme of Baltimore County Public Library’s summer reading program. Let your kids embrace new worlds and new characters with these series that will get them reading through the summer. BOARD/TODDLER National Geographic’s latest series of board books introduces even the youngest children to high-quality …

The countdown to summer is on! These books capture the sun, the fun and the spirit of adventure (including spooky spirits and air battles) of these warm weather months. Check into your library’s summer reading program and pack a book in your bag, wherever you go this season. Board/Toddler ‘Sea’ …

Each month, we celebrate a birthday of literary significance. “Any time you can get kids curious, they’re going to pay attention and focus in a different way,” writes Blue Balliett. Balliett is the American author of several bestselling and acclaimed mystery novels, including “Chasing Vermeer,” “The Wright 3,” “The Calder …

It’s not always easy picking out a gift for someone, especially if that someone is your child’s friend. What current toys do they not already have? When in doubt, gift a good book. It’s a classic, fool-proof choice, and an essential great read never goes out of style. Check out …

Our bodies are things of wonder, whether they are growing a new tooth, riding a bike, becoming a  world-famous athlete or fighting off a disease. These books for a variety of ages celebrate all things physical. Board/Toddler ‘Tooth’ by Leslie Patricelli Baby is getting a new tooth — and there …

Sketching, painting, poetry, photography and even the viola are represented in this collection of children’s books celebrating the arts. Board/Toddlers:‘ABC: Early Learning at the Museum’ Much more than your average alphabet ook, “ABC: Early Learning at the Museum” features artifacts from all over the world that can be found at …

One of the many wonderful and creative aspects of Dr. Seuss books is the juxtaposition of advice and nonsense, of life’s lessons with whimsical folly. Added to that, the antics of his far-fetched, zany creatures, including those in “On Beyond Zebra,” are playfully described with vocabulary that can play an …

Does your child hate to read? Are you frustrated that they refuse to pick up a book, and instead, would rather play on their phone or watch TV? Are you tired of arguing about reading? If so, you’re not alone. Many parents struggle with a reluctant young reader. What most …

This month we look at all-of-a-kind families. Looking ahead, mark your calendar for one of  the featured authors, Hena Khan, at the Rosedale Branch on April 30. Board/Toddlers: ‘I Am a Baby’ by Kathryn Madeline Allen Cheery photos of babies from diverse families are paired with rhyming text identifying family …