Looking for the next book to pick up from the Pratt Library? Take a look at the latest books to hit the shelves for children.
Vacation Reads to Fall in Love With!
Whether you are headed to a tropical destination, the beach, or even the backyard with a cool glass of lemonade, we think these books will make the perfect travel companion. Featuring seaside towns, exotic locales, laughs and of course, some romance, we hope you enjoy them!
Learn More about Juneteenth with these Resources
We are a few days away from celebrating Juneteenth! On June 19, 1865, the abolition of slavery was announced in Texas, marking the end of slavery in the United States. First known as Freedom Day, Juneteenth commemorates that critical date in history.
Take a look at the Juneteenth collection on Kanopy to learn more about the holiday, African American, history, and culture.
Also, for kids to learn more….
Cool Off with these Thrillers
Beat the heat this June by cooling off with a chilling thriller! We are sure that these suspenseful books will keep you on the edge of your seat.
New for Teens this Pride Month
This week on Pratt Chat, we are sharing the latest YA books available at the Pratt Library that spotlights the LGBTQIA+ community. Happy reading!
From lauded writer David Valdes, a sharp and funny YA novel that’s Back to the Future with a twist, as a gay teen travels back to his parents’ era to save a closeted classmate’s life.
Spin Me Right Round by David Valdes, eBook
As natural disasters begin to befall them the closer they become, Milo and Marcos soon begin to wonder if the universe itself is plotting against them in this young adult debut by the playwright and creator of The Two Princes podcast, Kevin Christopher Snipes.
Milo and Marcos at the End of the World by Kevin Christopher Snipes, eBook | Book
Two Black queer best friends face their last day together with an epic journey through Baltimore in this magnetic YA debut by bestselling author of Here for It, R. Eric Thomas.
Kings of B’more by R. Eric Thomas, eBook | Book | eAudiobook