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Orla’s YA Book of the Month
Title:Â Back on Track Author:Â Michael Burton Genre:Â Young Adult Non-Fiction. Review by:Â Orla (Kildare Town Library) Covid-19 has turned society on its head. It is especially difficult for young people attending secondary school. The disruptions of lockdowns and home-schooling has made learning the curriculum chaotic. Uncertain turbulent times have disrupted routines and structures. Throwing in the elements of… Read more
Squeeze in a Read for ‘Ireland Reads’
Libraries throughout County Kildare are taking part in ‘Ireland Reads’, a campaign to get the whole country reading this month in the lead up to a National Day of Reading on Friday, 25th February, where everyone will be asked to ‘squeeze in a read’ for ‘Ireland Reads’ Day. Libraries in Kildare and around the country… Read more
Book Review: The Boy Who Steals Houses
Title: The Boy Who Steals Houses Author: C.G. Drews Genre: Young Adult Fiction. Review by: Chantelle, LCA Intern for Library HQ Synopsis: The boy who steals houses. . . The girl who steals his heart. Sam and his brother Avery have been betrayed and abused by every single person in their lives who should have… Read more
Book Review: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief
Title: Percy Jackson and the Lightning Thief Author: Rick Riordan Genre: Children’s Fiction (Ages 8-12),Greek Mythology, Young Adult Fiction, Adventure. Review by: Chantelle, LCA Intern for Library HQ Synopsis: Percy was a normal kid going to school, playing basketball, hanging out with friends and skateboarding. The usual things kids his age do. All of that… Read more
St Brigid’s Day to be celebrated across Kildare
By Kildare County Council Communications Team Kildare County Council is delighted to be supporting the delivery of many events across the county on 1st February to commemorate the life and legacy of St Brigid, and mark Imbolc, the ancient festival of Spring. There are many aspects of the life and travels of St Brigid that connect… Read more
Fun or Quirky Days to Celebrate in January
Elaine Patterson, Newbridge Headquarters. Did you know that January is full of fun and quirky observance days, here are a few of my favourites to share with you. Did you know January known as Hot Tea Month and National Hobby Month? At any rate during this month why not learn about the history of tea… Read more
