Words of Encouragement
“Be patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart and try to love the questions themselves…”
Genre: Biography
Picture Books for Older Readers
Picture books span a variety of reading levels and many of our most popular picture books contain content and vocabulary that is much better suited for an older reader.
Cabinets of Curiosity: The Many Faces of the Natural History Museum
History of the early beginnings of America’s natural history museums.
HERstory: Books Written By and For WOMEN
Read all about the amazing women making HER-story!
The Legacy of Ezra Jack Keats and a Boy Named Peter
Celebrate Ezra Jack Keats by checking out Andrea Davis Pinkney’s new book, A Poem for Peter. Then follow Peter on his adventures by reading these classic picture books.
March: Books 1-3
This National Book Award-winning graphic series is the memoir of Congressman John Lewis who has dedicated his life to pursing equality and justice for all.
Black History Month Artful Biographies
This booklist celebrates the lives of African-American poets, artists, dancers and musicians. With each of these pictures books, children and their caregivers are given a glimpse into the lives and … Continued
Black History Month Adult Booklist
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh staff and board members recommend these must-read books that celebrate African American authors, culture and history.
Seen in Pittsburgh!
Keep your eyes and ears open for upcoming author visits and take advantage of these occasions to find your new favorite writer.
A “Christmas” film and the life of its star.
A classic film and the life of it’s star, Peter O’Toole.
English
Español
العربية
Français
日本語
한국어
Polski
فارسی
नेपाली
Português
Русский
简体中文
Deutsch
Italiano