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November is National Adoption Awareness Month
This month brings awareness to the need for adoptive families, as well as the complexities of adoption, identity, belonging, and loss.
Poetry
Whether you’re drawn to contemporary voices or classic verse, these collections invite you to connect deeply with the power of words.
National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month
If you or anyone you know has been affected by Alzheimer's Disease, the items in this list can help you understand and learn more about it.
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Popular Culture
November is National Adoption Awareness Month
This month brings awareness to the need for adoptive families, as well as the complexities of adoption, identity, belonging, and loss.
Poetry
Whether you’re drawn to contemporary voices or classic verse, these collections invite you to connect deeply with the power of words.
The Nature of Color
Our world is awash in color, making it vibrant and alive. Visit the exhibit at the Grand Rapids Public Museum Nov 2, 2024 - Apr 13, 2025
Popular Nonfiction
Popular Culture
November is National Adoption Awareness Month
This month brings awareness to the need for adoptive families, as well as the complexities of adoption, identity, belonging, and loss.
Poetry
Whether you’re drawn to contemporary voices or classic verse, these collections invite you to connect deeply with the power of words.
National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month
If you or anyone you know has been affected by Alzheimer's Disease, the items in this list can help you understand and learn more about it.
Celebrate International Games Month!
Board games! Books about games! Video games! Role playing games! Check 'em out!
Equity Diversity and Inclusion
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion
November is National Adoption Awareness Month
This month brings awareness to the need for adoptive families, as well as the complexities of adoption, identity, belonging, and loss.
National Alzheimer's Disease Awareness Month
If you or anyone you know has been affected by Alzheimer's Disease, the items in this list can help you understand and learn more about it.
Indigenous Icons
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with a mix of rock, pop, & blues music.
Good Books You May Have Missed
Popular Culture
It Ends With Us
If you're eagerly awaiting the movie adaptation of It Ends With Us, here are some other great reads to enjoy in the meantime.
The Women
These titles are powerful stories of resilience and purpose you don't want to miss.
Funny Story
These books feature stories of relatable women finding romance where they least expect it.
What to read while you wait for The Women
Explore these titles while you wait for The Women by Kristin Hannah.
Michigan Literature
Popular Culture
Backyard Birds for Kids
Books for young birdwatchers and their grownups for National Bird-Feeding Month!
The River We Remember
These atmospheric novels are set in small towns with beautiful landscapes and packed with suspenseful, investigate plotlines.
If You Liked ... Tom Lake
Some are based in Michigan or simply take place on a farm. All of them take a look at the history we share with the people closest to us.
Audiobooks
Popular Culture
There's Light at the End of the Tunnel
We're all struggling with something these days, and May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Check out these books to realize you're not alone.
While you are a lady-(or-gentleman)-in-waiting for Spare
Grab another royal read to fill in the holes and broaden your perspective, while you wait. You might enjoy Spare even more!
Our furry best friend is indeed a friend in need!
Satisfy your love for, and learning about, our loving, loyal, and fuzzy friends while we all celebrate National Train Your Dog Month!
Once upon a crime scene...
Who's going to pay the price to solve these mysteries and crimes?
Young Readers
Popular Culture
What We Celebrate: Diwali is November 1st!
Check out these great kids' books about the Festival of Lights!
Honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day for Kids
These books feature Indigenous/Native American characters or authors. Check them out!
Your Feelings and You
Book recommendations for understanding and discussing feelings, especially difficult ones, with children ages 1-7.
Elementary
Popular Culture
Celebrate International Games Month!
Board games! Books about games! Video games! Role playing games! Check 'em out!
October is Learning Disabilities Month
These books feature kids who have learning disabilities. Check them out!
Honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day for Kids
These books feature Indigenous/Native American characters or authors. Check them out!
It's Hispanic Heritage Month!
Celebrate by checking out these great books featuring Hispanic characters.
Middle School/High School
Popular Culture
Celebrate International Games Month!
Board games! Books about games! Video games! Role playing games! Check 'em out!
Remember our Vets this Veteran's Day.
From the air to the land and sea, here's a list of military movies to honor those who serve or served our country.
October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month!
These books feature teens who are living with learning disabilities. Check them out!
