Lull little ones off to sleep with these bedtime books
Bedtime can be a mixed bag for lots of younger children. There are the endless requests for a drink of water, another blanket, a nightlight or just one more trip to the bathroom. On the other hand, it's a chance to share that last book of the day before drifting off to dreamland. Some great books to help lull little ones to sleep are:
Kathryn Stockett's 'The Help' and Tina Fey's 'Bossypants' among best audio books
With our busy schedules, it's getting harder and harder to carve out some quiet reading time. Audio books can more easily fit into an active lifestyle by accompanying you on a walk, a run, the treadmill, a trip, or while doing routine tasks at work or at home.
1912 isn't just about the Titanic sinking
Much has been written about the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. It was easily the biggest story of 1912. However, there were several other important events that occurred that year. New Mexico and Arizona were the 47th and 48th states, respectively, admitted to the union. The Girl Scouts of America organization was founded in Savannah by Juliette Gordon Low.
Explore other libraries without leaving Beaufort County
For centuries, humans have sought to preserve their literature and documents in a variety of libraries. Libraries have ranged from small local branches that provide the latest best-sellers and children's titles to massive buildings that cover city blocks and maintain a nation's archives.
20 ways to enjoy your local library
When February rolls around each year, our attention focuses on the objects of our affection. As you celebrate all of the things you "love," take a few seconds to discover these 20 ways to enjoy your library, too.
From the Beacon: Books to help new parents cope
There are books about baby care, discipline, preschool education and raising teens. There are so many books for new parents; how do you know which to choose? The library has many resources for expecting parents and new parents:
From The Beacon: Smithsonian exhibit on music to stop by Beaufort
Beaufort County is known and loved for many things -- beautiful landscapes of saltwater marshes and miles of beaches; massive oaks covered with hanging moss; a rich history; a commitment to our armed forces; and a cultural heritage that sings in many voices our own unique music.
From The Beacon: Perfect gifts to give your bookworms
Now that the 2011 holiday season has officially begun, it's time to tackle those shopping lists. If you have any book lovers among your friends or family, here are a few suggestions:
From The Beacon: Books honor veterans past and present
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, the guns fell silent, marking an end to World War I. This became Armistice Day. In 1954, Congress passed a bill, which President Dwight Eisenhower signed into law, to change Armistice Day to Veterans Day. This year, Veterans Day has special significance to me because my brother is serving in Afghanistan.
From The Beacon: A few choices for those hard to persuade readers
Does your child love to read but has read everything and doesn't know what to read next? Has he or she read many required books for school but hasn't enjoyed any of them? Many reluctant readers simply have not been introduced to the right book. The following titles feature intriguing covers to entice readers, hooks to quickly grab their attention and action to hold their interest.
From The Beacon: Books to get at the heart of mysteries
Fall is a great time to read about historical mysteries. Some were solved during the late 20th century, thanks to advances in science and technology. One obvious example is the location of the Titanic, found in 1985 at a depth of more than 2 miles beneath the North Atlantic. Once the ship was found, another mystery -- whether the ship split in two when it sank -- was solved.
From The Beacon: Teen Read Week kicks off at library
Libraries across the nation are targeting a key group of customers this week: young adults. And the Beaufort County Library is no exception. There's nothing our librarians love more than the opportunity to draw in new, young readers and make lifelong learning customers out of them.
From The Beacon: Explore classics thanks to free e-books
I was sad to learn of the death of Michael S. Hart on Sept. 6. I knew him as a frequent contributor on Project Wombat (http://project-
wombat.org/), a discussion list for difficult reference questions. Hart was also the inventor of the e-book and founder of Project Gutenberg, a project that provides e-books freely online.
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