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Book Discussion Questions: The Language of Flowers by Vanessa Diffenbaugh
…parts of it seem more true to life than others? 27. Victoria’s life so easily could have had a different outcome. To your mind, who was the most instrumental in…
Book Discussion Questions: Destiny of the Republic by Candice Millard
…What would you answer? 3. What was better about living in that time than now? What was worse? Would you swap? 4. Let’s talk about Garfield’s life. At the opening…
Why MPPL Staff Love Talia Hibbert
…infatuated, and join us for a live virtual conversation on Saturday, July 17 to hear from the author herself. Can’t wait? Try a reading date with Get a Life, Chloe…
Hispanic Heritage Month
…Saturday: Let’s Explore the Andes! Saturday, October 14| 11 a.m. Get a glimpse into the South American Andean life and culture through a beautiful mixture of music, storytelling, and photographs….
Book Discussion Questions: The Circle by Dave Eggers
…What aspects of Mae’s life at the Circle seemed creepy or rubbed you the wrong way? What aspects of Mae’s life at the Circle did you really like? 3. What…
Are you an echo?: The Lost Poetry of Misuzu Kaneko illustrated by Toshikado Hajiri, narrative by David Jacobson
In early 1900’s Japan, Misuzu Kaneko became a beloved children’s poet. Her life ended prematurely, her poetry was soon forgotten. After the Japanese tsunami in 2011, her poetry was rediscovered,…
Book Discussion Questions: The Other Wes Moore by Wes Moore
…can having a strong support system change a child’s life? 8. Outside of his family, who warned author Wes Moore about the bad path he was on? (police officer after…
Celebrating Black Authors
…A Life, Chloe Brown by Talia Hibbert Emerging from a life-threatening illness, a fiercely organized but unfulfilled computer geek recruits a mysterious artist to help her establish meaning in her…
Black History Month: Black Family Stories
…American Life and History. For more information on the association and to browse past themes, click here. Collected below are some fictional stories to enjoy all year round that embrace…
