The World Will Follow Joy: Turning Madness into Flowers (New Poems) by Alice Walker
The poems in this collection remind us of our human capacity to come together in our troubled times. They illuminate what it means to live in our world today. “Walker distills struggles, crises, and tragedies down to bright, singing lessons in living with awareness and joy,” Booklist.
Search our catalog for the subject words map skills and juvenile (enter words with a space between them).
Don’t forget to ask the librarian if there are books set aside on school reserve for this topic!
Wednesday, May 29, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Come meet Tommy Greenwald, author of Charlie Joe Jackson’s Guide to NOT Reading, Charlie Joe Jackson’s Guide to Extra Credit, and coming soon, Charlie Joe Jackson’s Guide to Summer Vacation. Mr. Greenwald will talk about his books and answer questions. Kids will design a book cover; winner will receive a copy of the new book. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Grades 3 and up, registration required.
Drop-in Mother’s Day CraftsSaturday, May 11, 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Children of all ages can stop by during regular library hours and make a craft to take home to Mom for Mother’s Day. Made possible by the Coyle Family Young Readers Fund.
Ambler Farm ReadsWednesday, May 8, 2:15 – 3 p.m.
Children ages 4-6 and their caregivers will meet at Ambler Farm to enjoy theme-based stories as well as a nature walk. Children may check books out at the farm, so make sure to bring your library card! During the month of May the focus will be on bees. Registration required. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. Last date and focus June 12— chickens.
