Cranston Public Library

"Every Tuesday Lola and her mother visit their local library to return and check out books, attend story readings, and share a special treat." --

"Spunky Lola embarks on a new adventure--the first day of school! Lola and her family prepare for the first day of school the night before, then get up early, take pictures, and head to class. Lola puts her things in her cubby, chooses her activities, reads, plays, and has a snack. Before she knows it, it's time to sing the good-bye song and rush into Mommy's arms for a warm reunion. A comforting, cheerful read that demystifies the school day for...

Second-grader Lola has a wonderful family, a great teacher, and the best friend ever, Josh, and they all help her feel better after she is teased and forbidden to play team sports at recess for having accidentally hurt classmate Juan during a soccer game.

More than anything Lola would like a cat, but first she must learn how to care for it.

"More than anything Lola would like a cat, but first she must learn how to care for it." -- "Su mamá le explica que un gato da mucho trabajo, entonces Lola practica cuidando a sus gatitos de juguete y leyendo muchos libros sobre gatos. Junto con su mamá, investiga sobre adoptar gatos, compra alimento y suministros, y visita un refugio de animales. Finalmente, Lola escoge a su gata y tiene la paciencia de esperar que el animalito se adapte a su...

"Lola Levine is given a non-speaking part after getting stage fright during her class play audition. She saves the play after a couple of obstacles with the help of her grandmother." --

When Lola's favorite book is not on the library's shelf, her older brother, Charlie, tries to find another book she will enjoy.

"When Lola's Nana-Bibi comes to visit, they have a whole week of adventures."--

Charlie and Lola choose a single treat at the store, count ladybugs, note the lateness of the time, and are introduced to other simple math concepts.

WINNER OF THE JOHN CREASEY DEBUT DAGGER AWARD
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