A book will always jump off the shelf at the library!

I've been a big fan of libraries and the escapes they provide since my mom took me and my brother, Skee, on walks to the Davisville Free Library. We thought we were so cool to get our own library cards and books. Such fond memories inspired one of my Farmer Nubbins' children stories (see end of blog for story).

I still think it is pretty cool, and now I go to the Putnam Public Library and pick out my books. They literally jump off the shelves at me. What a great way to discover a new author or to find an old familiar favorite.

Go to the library, and if you have small children, get them started early. I never met a kid that did not like to read. Even the ones that don't come by it easily. There is always something for everyone.

I am a Putnamaniac because the librarians all know me due to my frequent visits!

One of

Farmer Nubbins’ Favorite Places

(Can you guess where it is?)

Can you guess one of Farmer Nubbins’ favorite places to go?

It is in a building that was built long ago.

Farmer Nubbins likes to walk to this special place.

When he opens the door and walks in, he gets a big smile on his face.

Once inside he learns about people, places, and things.

And he also learns which planet is encircled by rings.

This place has many desks and lots of shelves.

And you can also find out about fairies, trolls, and elves.

You can borrow things, if you have a special card.

Anyone can get one, it is not very hard.

Sometimes the kids get to make different crafts.

Once they made paper boats and popsicle stick rafts.

 

Another thing that happens here is the weekly story hour.

Hear stories of such things as princesses trapped in high towers.

 

Have you figured out this place by using the clues?

The animals here are not alive or in cages, so it is not the zoo.

A lot of you may guess that this place is a school.

That guess is close, you’re getting warmer, and that is cool!

Here are a few more hints to help you out…

You should speak softly here, please don’t shout.

This place has thousands of books to read.

That is a big hint indeed!

Farmer Nubbins is at his local library.

Libraries are great places, don’t you agree?

You should visit the library in your school or your town.

Pick out a book, pull up a chair, and sit right down!

Story Notes: My mom used to walk us to the Davisville Free Library all the time when we were kids. We got so much enjoyment during those walks and learned an appreciation of reading at a young age. Part of the walk included crossing over the train track bridge, which is another whole story altogether.  We enjoyed the outdoors and the exercise to get there, as well as the time spent together, and finally an escape to another time and place through our stories. What could be better?