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Welcome to the Children's Corner of the Saxton B! 

Hello everyone! My name is Megan Quigley and I am the Children's Librarian at the Saxton B. I hope this website will be helpful to you as you explore our books and programs

Go home with a winner today! 

Nutmeg Award Winners

Caldecott Award Winners

Newbery Award Winners

Coretta Scott King award Winners

Abby Rockefeller of Columbia recommends Coach Hyatt is a Riot, by Dan Gutman. Thanks Abby! 

Laura Rockefeller of Columbia recommends The Thief Lord, by Cornelia Funke. 

 

Kyle Escott of Columbia recommends The Diary of a Wimpy Kid series, by Jeff Kinney. Thanks Kyle!

Allison Escott of Columbia recommends The Puppy Place series. Thanks Allison! 

Nathan Salcedo of Columbia recommends My Mom is Great, by Gaby Golsack. Thanks Nathan! 

Abby Levine of Columbia recommends The Fancy Nancy series by Jane O'Connor and Pinkalicious by Rita Rudner.

Elizabeth Levine of Columbia recommends reading You can do Anything Daddy, by Michael Rex. 

Avery Pitts of Columbia recommends reading The Monster at the End of this Book, by Jon Stone and the CD Barenaked Ladies at Snacktime. 

If you would like to recommend something that you've read, email me at mquigley@columbiactlibrary.org with the name of the book, the author, and a brief description of why you liked it, and I will post it our website.

Library Programs and Events

Doll Tea Party



Bring your American Girl Doll, baby doll, or

teddy bear to a fancy tea party at the Saxton B!

Join us on:

Thursday, Jan. 14th @ 6:00

for crafts and snacks for you and your doll! Make sure to dress your fanciest!  

Please stop by the library or call Megan @ 860-228-0350 to register. Registration will be limited to 25.

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Children’s Author/Illustrator 

Jason Deeble

Saturday, January 23rd @ 10:30am

 

Jason will read his book, Sir Ryan’s Quest, lead an art activity, and sign books!

This special visit is part of the Connecticut Author Trail for kids!  (KiddieCAT)

12  Connecticut authors/illustrators at 12 Connecticut libraries on 12 Saturdays starting January 9th

Please stop by or call Megan @ 860-228-0350 to register!

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Chocolate Party!

Thursday, Feb. 11th @ 6:00 

In your wildest dreams you could not imagine the marvelous surprises that await you!

Chocolate Crafts! Chocolate Critters! Chocolate Pizza! Chocolate Stories!

All Ages Welcome. Please stop by the library or call Megan @ 860-228-0350 to register. Registration will be limited to 20.

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Learn how to make Tile Pendants!

Thursday, Feb. 25th @ 6:00

 

Learn how to make your own uniquely patterned Tile Pendants.

The program is free and all materials will be provided, but feel free to bring photographs and/or patterned paper from home.

Ages 10 to adult! Please stop by the library or call us at 860-228-0350 to register! Registration will be limited to 20.

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See our CALENDAR for a complete listing of Library  Programs! 

Registration is required for most of the events. You can call us at 228-0350 or stop by the library to register. 

Story Time

Tuesdays @ 10:30 a

&

Fridays @ 1:30

Children ages 2-5

Join us for stories, crafts, games, and FUN!!

Not sure what to read next??

Check out these helpful links:

To find "if you liked..." and books by subject and genre check out:

Don't know what book comes next in a series? - Click here to find out...

Hey Guys-look on this site to find books you'll LOVE! 

Got a question now??

Visit these sites for homework help:

Kids InfoBits Grades K-6
http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/21023?db=ITKE

InfoTrac Junior Grades 5-10
http://infotrac.galegroup.com/itweb/21023?db=K12J

 

Think you have a bright idea!?!? 

Please email me at mquigley@columbiactlibrary.org with your suggestions for new books, programs you would like to see, or any ways that you think we can improve our library!  

 

 

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