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WLPL Masterpiece Theater

If you have been keeping up with our Summer STEM: Puppet Theater series on Youtube, you probably have the know-how to submit your very own puppet show to share with other West Linn Public Library users!  To do so, follow the instructions below.

Puppet Show Guidelines

Booklists for Kids

Below are all our booklists for kids, from babies up to grades 4 and 5. 

Some of these books can also be found in forms other than print. If a key is included, use these icons to find downloadable ebooks and audiobooks!

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Short Story Contest Winners

Thanks to everyone who participated in our Short Story Contest in April! Here are the winners' stories!

Winner
Cecilia Abel (grade 3-5 division)

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Science Explorations for Kids & Teens

As part of our Summer Reading Program for Kids & Teens, complete 10 science explorations to win the Alchemist badge.  You'll also receive an additional ticket to double your chances of winning a grand prize raffle!  

Looking for science exploration ideas?  Here's some of our favorite online options.

Kids:

Discovery.com has a great landing page full of ideas, inspiration and videos.

Young Teen Booklists

Below are all our booklists tailored for readers in grades 4-8.

Click on the title to be taken to the booklist of your choice.

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Personalized Book Recommendations - Kids & Teens

Fill out this form to receive a list of recommended reading based on your personal tastes. We will get back to you within 3-5 business days with typically 5-7 titles.

Our booklists for kids,  young teens and teens, as well as our staff picks on Pinterest, may also help you find your next great book.

 
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Note: Print books and CD audiobooks are not available from the library while we're closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Personalized Book Recommendations

Fill out this form to receive a list of recommended reading based on your personal tastes. We will get back to you within 3-5 business days with a list of 5-10 titles.

Our Booklists for Adults page, as well as our staff picks on Pinterest, may also help you find your next great book.

 
1 Start 2 Complete
Which do you prefer?: *
Do you have a preferred format?: *
Note: Print books and CD audiobooks are not available from the library while we're closed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Availability preference: *

Teen Booklists

Below are all our booklists for teens. Many of these books can also be found in forms other than print, check www.lincc.org for availability!

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ONLINE: Letters to a Librarian

Every Monday at 9:00am

Letters to a Librarian will post on our Facebook page each Monday morning through August 24th. Kids can email a Youth Services Librarian, ask questions, talk about books, and practice writing with a new themed writing prompt each week. The email address is: hellowlpl@westlinnoregon.gov. Each week's theme will be reflected in the books read on Library Live.

 

Events and Programs

These are highlights of upcoming events. See the complete schedule of events on the calendar. Scroll to bottom for recurring events.

Events by age:

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