Check out some of the library's newest arrivals for children (listed below), or drop by your favorite library location for recommendations!

In a recent Family Storytime, I announced that we would read about money.  A mother, holding her baby, literally gasped.  I know that it might seem strange to talk or read about money to very young and even, not so young children.  Whether we talk to them or not, they are already gathering information and forming opinions.  Research has shown that, just like reading and books, your children are looking to you when it comes to money.  Giving them the opportunity to practice making choices is a good first step. 

2011 Newbery Medal winner Clare Vanderpool returns with another winning entry in the historical fiction genre, Navigating Early.  Follow young Jack Baker as he embarks on a journey of acceptance, discovery, and friendship.

Come see the Columbia City Ballet and some special guests perform excerpts and readings from the storybook classic The Little Prince, by Antoine de Saint-Exupery -- one of the best-selling and most beloved books ever published.

Continue to celebrate African American History Month and tales of influential people in history with this week's featured new arrival, Nelson Mandela, by Kadir Nelson. This beautifully rendered picture book biography follows Nelson from early life experiences to adulthood and his role as an influential South African leader.

Find fun that the whole family can enjoy in this week's featured new arrival The Yuckiest, Stinkiest, Best Valentine Ever by Brenda A. Ferber. This twist on The Gingerbread Man follows Leon on a quest to declare his true feelings for Zoey Maloney, despite warnings from a grumpy Valentine.

This week our new arrivals feature some of your favorite authors, returning with new stories to share.

…And the Winner is…

The American Library Association announced the winners of the 2013 Youth Media Awards (Newbery, Caldecott, Coretta Scott King, etc.) this morning.