The Olympic Sports Series by Jason Page

The Olympic Sports Series by Jason Page
(Grades 2 and up)

The gray days of May will soon lead to sunny, summer skies, and what better place to prepare than your local library? Get ready to "Make a Splash" this summer with the colorful non-fiction Olympic Sports series by Jason Page. Look for the water sports books at our library featuring rowing, sailing, swimming, diving, water polo and more.

Did you know that sea otters often swim on their backs and can do it even in their sleep? Read about human and animal Olympians in this vibrant collection in which each page features photos, trivia and fun facts. Reluctant readers will celebrate the action shots and 'super stats' (water polo players can often swim up to 3.11 miles during a match!).

Get inspired for summer and visit www.newberglibrary.org to find this series at our library.

Reviewed by Amanda L., Children's Staff

Mama Says

Mama Says: A book of love for mothers and sons
by Rob D. Walker, illustrated by Leo Dillon and Diane Dillon

This elegantly illustrated picture book pairs mothers and sons from different cultures with a "mama says" poem in English and the written language of the culture. With twelve different cultures presented, this book is perfect for hear-and-say reading- ask open-ended questions about the illustrations or words as you look through this beautiful book.

Reviewed by Korie B., library staff

For this story and more, please visit www.newberglibrary.org