Clothespin Picture Frames - Teen Program

Today at Teen Blvd. we made Clothespin Picture Frames!

Made by: Miss Dana

We took a piece of cardboard and turned it into a frame where you could clip on your photos to hang in your room!

Made by: Zac

Made by: Max

The Son by Jo Nesbo - Book Review

THE SON by Jo Nesbo is about the life of a kid named Sonny Lofthus who has been in prison since his early twenty’s.  Sonny was a career scapegoat, confessing to various crimes in return for heroin. At a young age he had wished to grow up like his father, a decorated police officer until his father was found dead presumably from suicide. After his death it was found that Sonny’s father was a mole in the police for one of the city’s most ruthless criminals. While in jail, Sony finds out that his father never truly committed suicide but was in fact murdered. This encouraged him to break out of jail, kick his heroin addiction and exact revenge on those who killed his father and those who had commit crimes that he admitted to.

This book contains many mysteries that are not truly revealed until the end. The story causes conflicting emotions at times as to whether or not Sonny is a criminal or a vigilante. There are many characters in this book most with riveting and unforgettable personalities. With about 400 pages and average sized print the book doesn't take more than 4-5 days to read and is ultimately a good book. 

Review by: 

Keenan Kossman

2014 Summer Reading List

The 2014 Summer Reading List for 6, 7, & 8th Grade is now available on our blog!

Select your grade at the above tabs.

Each book is linked to the library OPAC for you to reserve at your own leisure.

Questions?

Call Teen Blvd. and speak to a Librarian

631-288-3335 x 128

Mockingjay by Suzanne Collins - Book Review

Mockingjay is the third and last book in the Hunger Games series.  It is about the final trials of Katniss Everdeen.  I liked this book, but the beginning was very slow.  Any Hunger Games will like it.  The end does finalize the book despite the tedious start.  I suggest this book to anyone in high school.

Review by:

Anonymous

Wonder by R.J. Palacio - Book Review

The book wonder is about a boy named Augie. Augie was born with a facial deformity which has not allowed him to go a normal school. During the book you will see Augie’s struggles and triumphs through the views of Augie and other people who were close to him.

One thing I liked about the book wonder was that it you could see the views and opinions of the events of the book through more than just one persons eyes. This book made me realize what true friendship is really about. Also I liked this book because it showed how Augie persevered through all the social and physical challenges of having his deformity. I would recommend wonder to anyone of any age who interested in reading a story of true friendship and perseverance. 

                                                                                   

                                                                            Review by:

                                                                           Anonymous

Victor Cruz: Out of the Blue with Peter Schrager - Book Review

This autobiography is about the life of New York Giants football player Victor Cruz, who had an amazing rookie year with the New York Giants in 2011. This inspiring book tells about Victor's life, growing up in a tough neighborhood in New Jersey, coping with the death of a close friend when he was a teenager, and becoming part of the New York Giants football team after excelling in try outs. Unlike many star football players, Victor Cruz was an undrafted free agent signed by the New York Giants in the 2010 off season after earning a spot during try outs.

This is a very inspirational book, not just for athletes but for everyone looking to achieve a dream. I liked all the detail about the challenges he faced from growing up without a father to struggling to pass his SATs. As an avid tennis player, I appreciated how much he loved the sport of football, and even basketball. It's an uplifting book that I didn't want to stop reading. I think anyone who likes a sport and is looking to be inspired would enjoy this book. I also liked that it had pictures of him in it. It made the story easier to connect to while reading. I do, however, wish they spent more time talking about his first year with the Giants, but maybe that will be in his next book.

Review by:

Dan T., 8th Grade

Legend by Marie Lu - Book Review

The book is set in a future society where America is divided in two parts, the colonies and the Republic.  The main characters, June and Day, live in the Republic.  June is a very smart girl who is in training to become a soldier and Day is a boy , who is rebelling against the Republic and its rules.  June’s bother, who is also a soldier, is killed and June believes Day is responsible.   When June finally tracks down Day, the real adventure begins. 

I thought that the book was very good for both boys and girls.  If you like Divergent you will like this book as well. This book is a dystopian novel, meaning it is about  a world that is far from perfect.  . I liked how this book was action packed and fast paced. This book is easy to understand and a very quick read. I think this book is good because it kept me wanting to find out what happens next. I am not an avid reader but this held my attention and I have am now reading the second book in the trilogy.  I rate this book a 7 out of 10. 

Review by:

Anonymous 

The Truth About Forever by Sarah Dessen - Book Review

Macy was expecting to just stay home and study her SAT words during the summer until she met the catering company at one of her mom's parties. Macy was instantly intrigued. The different members of Wish became Macy's friends and help her step out of her comfort zone and have fun this summer, but is that a good thing?

I very much enjoyed this book. I felt it was very relatable, and I think most people will be able to find some way they can relate to the main character Macy. This book was made more for the female reader so more girls will be able to relate to it. I loved how the author made this so that it was an easy read but it was still interesting. It was overall a great book. I have read a lot of books by this author and this was one of the better ones. I would definitely recommend it. 

Review by:

   Anonymous   

Wake by Amanda Hocking - Book Review

Gemma is a very pretty girl who lives in Capri with her father, Brian, and her older sister, Harper. Three tourists came to Capri during the summer: Penn, Lexi, and Thea. They were the prettiest girls the town had ever seen, but everyone thought there was something strange going on with them, especially after four teenage boys had gone missing since they had been there. Follow Gemma on the journey of becoming a part of these girls clique, and how it changes her life forever.

This was one of the best books I have every read. It is a part of a series and I have not had the chance to read the other books in the series but I will when I can. I could really relate to Gemma and I could imagine it all happening to me or my sister. The author kept me interested throughout the book, the beginning was slightly boring and it took me a little while to really push and get past it, but I’m glad I did. I could like see everything in my mind like a movie because of the vivid descriptions the author gave. I used this book for an English project and it was super easy because I finished the book relatively fast and then I could work on the project for longer. This book is made more for the female reader, but I’m sure there’s a guy who might enjoy it. I recommend it to everyone, I even gave it to one of my friends and she loved it to. Great summer read!

Review By:

Anonymous

TEEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

CALLING ALL TEENS!

DO YOU NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS?

Help out the Children's Department on the dates provided below. Specific time slots are available. 

Sign up with a Teen Blvd. Librarian in the YA Department.

Thursday, June 26th 12-2 & 7-8pm

&

Monday, June 30th, 12-5pm

The Art of Racing in the Rain by Garth Stein - Book Review

If you love animals, especially dogs... this is the book for you!

Enzo, a lab mix, knows he is not like other dogs… he is an old soul trapped in a dogs body. Throughout his days, he educates himself through television (usually car races, which is his favorite!) and of course his owner, Denny, a race car driver himself.

Enzo narrates his life journey with Denny, and the obstacles that they both face along the way. This is a story of love, family, choices, and hope. The Art of Racing in the Rain is a look into the world of humans, through a dogs eyes.

(**Make sure to get your tissues ready!!**)

Review By:

Miss Dana

Gym Candy by Carl Deuker - Book Review

Gym Candy is about a high school freshman named Mick Johnson. He is a star football player for the school team. Once he goes to a few practices, he realizes he needs to make sure he can be stronger than them so he can start his position. He works out at a place called Popeyes. There he's offered steroids and eventually takes them. And they can only lead to bad things.

In my opinion, I thought this book was excellent. I think any sports player would like it, but I would even recommend it to anyone. I like that it really is one of those books that keeps you on the edge of your seat the whole time. There is always something happening that is important and meaningful towards the story, and all the events are interesting in the way the author writes. We all know about how bad these kinds of drugs can be but reading a whole story on it really opens it up more, and makes you think deep about what is going to happen to Mike.

Review by:

Anonymous

Flawless by Sara Shepard - Book Review

This book is about four girls, Spencer, Aria, Emily, and Hana. In the seventh grade, Ali, the girls best friend went missing and is reported dead a few days later. Since this is the second book, the girls find out more about who Ali's killer might be. They suspect it could be Toby, the mysterious boy that left right after her death and has just recently come back.

I would rate this book a seven. This book is very mysterious and keeps you on the edge of your seat and there are so many different plot twists during the book that keep it interesting. The only thing I don't like is that at the end, it leaves you hanging and I wish it could be finished a little better.

Review by:

Lauren C.

DIVERGENT OPENS TODAY!

Today's Opening Day!

When you see the movie let us know what you think :)

Until then... enjoy the final theatrical trailer!

Community Service Opportunity!!!

ATTN TEENS WHO NEED COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS:

The Children's Department needs some volunteers to help out with the following programs-

Preschool/Daycare Showcase: Friday, March 28 6:30-8 pm

Animal Shelter Club (assist in making dog biscuits, dress for a mess): Saturday, April 19th 2:30-3:15 pm

Community Service Hours will be given to anyone who volunteers. Spots are limited. 

If interested please contact a Teen Blvd. Librarian

631-288-3335 ext. 128

Dont Look Back by Jennifer L. Armentrout - Book Review

Imagine waking up… no recollection of who you are, what your name is…

 A once popular, rich girl who had everything; a perfect boyfriend, and more fortune then one could imagine. That all changed the night Samantha and her best friend Cassie went missing.

  

When Samantha awakens, she has no remembrance of who she is or what happened that night. As she learns more about the life that she lived, she starts to hate the person she “use” to be and refuses to have any part of it. Losing her memories was a blessing in disguise because it is a chance for her to start over. Seeing things from a different perspective, Sam starts treating others differently and even starts falling for Carson... the boy who had always been there for her, even when she never gave him the time of day.

  

Cassie is still missing and Sam cannot remember what happened that night…

  

Hidden away in Sam’s memory, bits and pieces are coming together like a puzzle. But someone also knows about the memory of that night. Someone, that doesn’t want Sam to remember, someone who is closer to her then she thinks. Will Sam find out the truth? Or will it continue to haunt her…

 Pick up this book in April, and find out what happens! You will not be disappointed J

Review by:
Miss Dana

Divergent by Veronica Roth - Book Review

Are you ready for the movie in March?!?

I know I am!

(FYI- Check out our Divergent Week at the Library)

If you haven't read the book yet, it's not too late  :)

In this dystopian world, society is broken up into five different factions -- Candor, Abnegation, Dauntless, Amity, and Erudite. On a particular day of the year, all sixteen year olds must select a faction, which they will then spend the remainder of their life in. Beatrice Prior has to make a very important decision, which will drastically change the rest of her life...

After choosing her faction, Beatrice, who renames herself Tris, undergoes extreme physical tests alongside her fellow initiates. Along the way, Tris is faced with many struggles which include her hidden secret being discovered. This could mean saving the ones she loves, or death.

Review by:
Miss Dana

CALLING ALL RAINBOW LOOMERS!

ABOUT MAX & THE RAINBOW LOOM & A WORLD RECORD:

Max is so incredibly passionate about the Rainbow Loom. Through quite a few surgeries recently Max learned to Loom, watching YouTube videos and creating new designs, sometimes just hours after surgery. So, on MARCH 1st, Max and school children from across the area will join forces to create the LONGEST RAINBOW LOOM CHAIN IN THE WORLD! We have applied to the Guinness Book of World Records! The goal is to raise funds for the Complementary and Alternative Medicine Center at CHOC Children's Hospital, headed up by Ruth McCarty AND to RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT PEDIATRIC CANCERS. Cancer kills more kids in the United States than most other life-threatening diseases combined. This is a GREAT way for kids to stand up for kids!

LEARN MORE ABOUT SUPERMAX: 

www.facebook.com/teamsupermax

LEARN MORE ABOUT MAXLOVE PROJECT: www.maxloveproject.org

FOLLOW MAXLOVE PROJECT ON FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/maxloveproject

The Children & Teen's Department will be taking bracelet donations up to Monday, February 24, 2014. 

Tomorrow is Volunteer Friday in the Teen's Department. Come in and Loom some bracelets to donate to Super Max. Thank you to all who have recently donated. 

New Manga!

Attention Manga fans! Here are some great new titles that are in this month! Click on the picture to reserve your copy.

When Xion loses her Keyblade, it's Roxas's job to make sure no one finds out. As long as the two can go on missions together, no one will know that it's Roxas collecting all the hearts. But will Demyx blow their little secret?!

A vision of her older sister has left Alice reeling in Joker's prison. Is she closer to the truth, or is she being drawn deeper into teh Season of Lies? And the uneasy truce between Peter and Blood starts to disintergrate when Alice develops feelings for one of them. As Alice faces Peter's selfless love and Blood's burning desire, Joker's threats expand into new tricks in new realms. Alice is no longer safe from Joker anywhere... but neither is Joker safe from Peter and Blood. 

Grimm Otogi, the sole heir to the Grimm Brothers' dark legacy, has been betrayed by his seemingly loyal servant Cinderella. Cinderella has stolen the Grimoire, and with it, the only way to bind and control the Märchen demons! Now, stalked by a vengeful Snow White, can Grimm retrieve the magic manuscript from the evil Puss in Boots--without alienating his few remaining friends and losing his soul in the process? 

New February Books!

NEW February Books!

Ember Miller and Chase Jennings are ready to stop running. After weeks spent in hiding as two of the Bureau of Reformation’s most wanted criminals, they have finally arrived at the safe house, where they hope to live a peaceful and quiet existence—but all that’s left is smoking ruins. Devastated by the demolition of their last hope, Ember and Chase follow the one thing left to them—tracks leading away from the wreckage. The only sign that there may have been survivors.

While flying an Allied fighter plane from Paris to England, American ATA pilot and amateur poet, Rose Justice, is captured by the Nazis and sent to Ravensbr ck, the notorious women's concentration camp. Trapped in horrific circumstances, Rose finds hope in the impossible through the loyalty, bravery and friendship of her fellow prisoners. But will that be enough to endure the fate that's in store for her?

In a fragmented future United States ruled by the lavish gentry, seventeen-year-old Madeline Landry dreams of going to the university. Unfortunately, gentry decorum and her domineering father won't allow that. Madeline must marry, like a good Landry woman, and run the family estate. But her world is turned upside down when she discovers the devastating consequences her lifestyle is having on those less fortunate. As Madeline begins to question everything she has ever learned, she finds herself increasingly drawn to handsome, beguiling David Dana. Soon, rumors of war and rebellion start to spread, and Madeline finds herself and David at the center of it all. Ultimately, she must make a choice between duty - her family and the estate she loves dearly - and desire

Valentine's Day Book Display @ Teen Blvd.

Valentine's Day is right around the corner, 

grab a book and fall in love!

It's Arrived!!

XBOX ONE is finally here!!

Come in and check out the new system and games.

Book Selfie!

Check out our new Book Selfie display!

 Have your picture taken and we'll put it up on the blog!