Imagination Celebration Returns to the Pratt!

Everywhere, Wonder
by Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr eBook| Book

This May, join the Pratt Library in celebrating children’s creativity and imagination with exciting programs all month long. This year, we are spotlighting Everywhere, Wonder by Matthew Swanson and Robbi Behr. This heartfelt picture book explores the wonder in the world, while encouraging young minds to discover the extraordinary in the ordinary, and creatively share their stories with others. Check out the book from your local branch or download the eBook from the Pratt’s eLibrary!

Save the date for these fun programs!

Create your own story to share! Wonder kits are filled with activities and crafts for preschoolers that encourage creativity and imagination. Pick one up at any branch while supplies last.  

Imagination Celebration: Wonder Kits

Saturday, May 1 to Saturday, May 29

Meet author Matthew Swanson and illustrator Robbi Behr! Following a reading of Everywhere, Wonder and a discussion of observation and storytelling, participants will learn simple binding techniques, work together to crowd-source an illustrated book, and work independently to create their own illustrated journals.

Half Day Fun: My Book of Wonder

Wednesday, May 5 at 4:00pm
Virtual event

Finding the Wonder (and Telling Your Story)

Saturday, May 8 at 11:00am
Virtual event

For more Imagination Celebration events, please visit here.

The Spotlight’s on the Ladies in Nonfiction

Get inspired by the dynamic women spotlighted through Nonfiction this April. Stop by one of the Pratt locations to pick up a copy or visit our eLibrary that is always open. Happy reading!

Reclaiming her time : the power of Maxine Waters
by Helena Andrews-Dyer
eBook | Book
One Life
by Megan Rapinoe
eBook | Book | Audiobook
Rethink : Smashing the Myths of Women in Business
by Andi Simon
Book
Just As I Am
by Cicely Tyson
eBook

Ida B. The Queen
by Michelle Duster
eBook
First & Only
by Jennifer R. Farmer
eBook
Justice, Justice Thou Shalt Pursue : A Life’s Work Fighting For A More Perfect Union
by Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Book
The Daughters Of Kobani : A Story of Rebellion, Courage, and Justice
by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
Book
The Girl Explorers Ebook
by Jayne Zanglein
eBook

Travel the World Through Books

Just because you are spending your spring break at home, doesn’t mean you can see the world. Travel to a new destination with a brand new book! Explore these travel-focused books on Hoopla today, no Passport required. 

A Table In Paris
by John Donohue
eBook
Atlantis
by Carlo & Renzo Piano
eBook
Dear Paris
by Janice Macleod
eBook
Forest
by Matt Collins
eBook
Gathered Around The Campfire
by Melody A. Carlson
eBook
Let Them Eat Pancakes
by Craig Carlson
eBook
The Rainbow Atlas
by Taylor Fuller
eBook
London In Bloom
by Georgianna Lane
eBook
Travels of Suki The Adventure Cat
by Martina Gutfreund
& Leigh-Anne Ingram
eBook

Celebrate Earth Day with these Books

To celebrate we want to showcase a collection of books focused on the environment. Whether you are interested in learning more about environmental justice, interested in living a more low-waste life, or want to create the garden of your dreams, these books can help!

Gardening All You Need To Know
by Richard Rosenfeld
eBook
Container Gardening For All Seasons
by Barbara Wise
eBook
American Grown
by Michelle Obama
eBook

What Can I Do?
by Jane Fonda
eBook
Green Is The New Red
by Will Potter
eBook

Simply Living Well
by Julia Watkins
eBook
The New Heirloom Garden
by Ellen Ecker Ogden
eBook
The Weekend Homesteader
by Anna Hess
eBook
No One Is Too Small To Make A Difference
by Greta Thunberg
eBook
Small-Space Container Gardens
by Fern Richardson
eBook
Flint Fights Back
by Benjamin J. Pauli
eBook

Food, Health and Happiness
by Oprah Winfrey
eBook

What’s New in Fiction

You don’t have to look far to find out the latest fiction books available at the Enoch Pratt Free Library! Take a look at what’s new to the Pratt’s shelves and eLibrary.

Act your age, Eve Brown
by Talia Hibbert
Book | eBook
The Kindest Lie
by Nancy Johnson
Book | eBook
The Ex Talk
by Rachel Lynn Solomon
Book | eBook
Of Women And Salt
by Gabriela Garcia
eBook
Outlawed
by Anna North
eBook
The Lost Apothecary
by Sarah Penner
eBook
Burning Girls And Other Stories
by Veronica Schanoes
eBook
The Seed Keeper
by Diane Wilson
eBook
In The Garden Of Spite
by Camilla Bruce
eBook