Listened to any great books recently?!? 

 Come check our out awesome selection of unabridged books on CD!  We also have text copies to go along with many of audiobooks, so you can read along if you choose.

  WHY AUDIOBOOKS?

 Reading aloud (and listening to others doing so) is the single most important activity for developing proficient reading skills.

Children can listen to a higher level than they can read, so listening to stories helps build comprehension, vocabulary, introduces new concepts and models good reading.

Listening to stories helps kids get interested in books and want to read on their own.

Audiobooks provide ESL students, struggling and reluctant readers with an alternative way to gain information and enjoy the content of stories.

Exposes kids to quality literature.

You can listen alone, with a friend or with your family...in your room, in the car, while hanging out on the porch... IT"S FUN!!

Poetry Contest at Goodwin Library 10^th Annual Poetry Competition.

We will have copies of the rules and entry forms available at the library and they are also available to download from our website. ( http://www.goodwinlibrary.org/) 

There are 3 categories for entries: Children (aged 6-12); Teens (aged 13-18); and Adults (19 and up).

Prizes are Barnes and Noble gift cards for the top 3 winners in each category.

The deadline for entries is Friday, April 6 by 5:00.

Coming May 1st, 2012!

Get on our waiting list NOW!

The Kane Chronicles:Book 3 

   

Have you met "Moose"?  He's a little excited, a lot confused....but overall, our latest lovable picture book character!

Kids!!! Want to practice your reading in a fun and relaxing way?

Come “READ WITH AVA”!

Ava, an 8 year old Standard Poodle, is a therapy dog who, along with her handler Susan Loker, will be joining us in the

Children’s Room at Goodwin Library.

Ava LOVES kids and reading!

Beginning March 5th

          On Monday afternoons from 2:30-4:00, YOU can make an appointment with Ava.

· Appointments may be made in person at the Children’s Room Desk,

calling us at 755-2944 x 3 or by emailing children@goodwinlibrary.org

· Drop-ins are welcome, with the understanding that the slots may

already be filled.

· Bring your own book or ask a librarian to help you choose one.

See you soon...Ava is waiting to meet you!

Spring is Almost Here!

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