Libros prohibidos
La Asociación Americana de Bibliotecas (ALA, por sus siglas en inglés) ha designado el 21-27 de septiembre como la semana de los libros prohibidos (Banned Books Week). En algún momento, cada libro de esta lista ha sido censurado y/o eliminado de salones y bibliotecas de los Estados Unidos. Los invitamos a que exploren estas obras y que se pregunten, ¿por qué se intentaron prohibir estos libros?
Multilingual books
Books in three or more languages.
My escapist list for hard times
When the going gets tough, the tough get going, right? How can you get yourself going again after hard times? Humor couldn't hurt. These are a few of my favorite books, movies, and music that always put a smile on my face.
Around the world in 250 pages or less
Quick, contemporary reads from across the globe.
Fantasy for people who don't usually read fantasy
Fantastical books for people who don't usually read fantasy
Breaking up is hard to do
In the middle of a breakup? Still rehashing the past? Breakups are hard at any stage. So curl up, indulge in some sad songs inspired by breakups, read the stories of others, and learn to love again.
学英语
需要学习英语吗? 下列书籍、影碟、和光盘适用于初级到高级的英语学习者。
Alley Allies
This list reflects a PSU Capstone project, focused on alleys in Foster/Powell, Mt. Scott/Arleta and Lents.
House History: Color scheme & design books
Several books have been written about the history of color design in the United States. Most focus on exterior color schemes, but some also discuss historic uses of interior color. Also, remember that the library's picture file (in the Art & Music Room on the third floor at Central Library) has many many files of pictures of house interiors, exteriors, and architectural details.
Reading Up: Grades 5-6 Reading Level
Suggestions for children whose reading level is higher than their grade level.
Reading Up: Grades 7-8 Reading Level
Suggestions for children reading above grade level.