Kids Just Wanna Have Fun
Whether it’s a celebratory party, a community get-together, a dance performance or a concert, appreciating others’ talents (or exploring your own) can be a wonderful experience. Celebrations of all sorts take center stage in this booklist. Check them out—and enjoy as many encores as you like.
Kids’ Titles to Celebrate Disability Pride Month
During Disability Pride Month, Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh is committed to highlighting and celebrating the diverse experiences and contributions of individuals with disabilities. We recognize this month as an opportunity to raise awareness, promote acceptance, and advocate for the rights of people with disabilities. Check out these kids’ titles to celebrate Disability Pride Month.
Pride Month Picks for Kids
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh recognizes Pride month by celebrating LGBTQIA+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual and more) individuals of all races, genders, classes, sexualities, and identities. Celebrating Pride … Continued
The Silliest Picture Books Ever
From Captain Underpants to Mo Willems’ pigeon, some of the most memorable books for kids are the funniest ones. But sometimes, it’s hard to find a new read-aloud that will … Continued
Summer Reading 2024: Kids Picks
While the 2024 Olympics are happening in Paris, the library’s annual summer reading challenge will be in full swing from June 16 to August 11 here in Pittsburgh. And just … Continued
Summer Reading with the Science Center – Kids
Carnegie Science Center Staff knows about SCIENCE, but they also know about books. Their staff shared some of their favorite books for kids with us, so we just HAD to … Continued
Best Books for Babies 2024
The Best Books for Babies Committee has been meeting annually since 2000 to select and celebrate excellent books for the very youngest listeners. That makes this the 25th list … Continued
Take a Father to School Day 2024
Pittsburgh Public Schools will be celebrating Take a Father to School Day on May 17th. This annual event invites students to bring a supportive male figure with them to school for the day. The theme this year is “Thriving Fathers: Enhancing Nutritional, Physical, and Mental Health.” Here are some books that celebrate fathers, uncles, and other positive male role models in children’s lives.
Autism Acceptance Month
April is Autism Acceptance Month! Recently, autism advocacy groups have been working to highlight acceptance over awareness. This post from the Autistic Self Advocacy Network explains it beautifully: “Acceptance and … Continued
