Summer Reading Fun

 

🌼 May in the Library: Mental Wellness, Spring Reads & a Mystery to Solve!

 May 2025

Hello students and families,

May is Mental Health Awareness Month—and the library is blooming with books and activities to support well-being, joy, and curiosity. Here’s what’s happening this month in our reading space:

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💚 Mental Health Awareness Month: Read, Reflect, Recharge

Our “Books That Care” display is filled with stories that help students navigate feelings, friendships, identity, and resilience. Some highlights:

• Just Roll with It by Veronica Agarwal – a graphic novel that blends humor and honesty about anxiety.

• Fish in a Tree by Lynda Mullaly Hunt – about seeing strengths in differences.

• You Are Enough by Margaret O’Hair – an empowering picture book perfect for all ages.

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🌷 Spring Reads to Fall in Love With

The sunshine is back, and so are bright, fun reads! Our “Spring into Reading” shelf is restocked weekly with:

• Humorous novels to lift your spirits

• Outdoor-themed adventures (perfect for reading in the sunshine!)

• Feel-good graphic novels and gentle reads

Encourage your child to stop by and find something that brings them joy—we’re always happy to help with recommendations.

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🕵️ “Guess Who’s Reading?” – May Contest

Can you match the staff member behind the book?
Take a look on the library doors for staff members hidden behind a book cover. Can you guess who it is?
✅ Prizes for correct guesses
📚 Bonus entries if you’ve read the book they’re holding!

This fun contest gets everyone talking about books—and you might discover a new favorite thanks to a familiar face!

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📚 Spotlight: Taber Public Library – A Treasure Trove of Books and More!

Sometimes, our school library just doesn’t have every title our eager readers are looking for—but the Taber Public Library can help fill the gap!

Lately, I’ve been encouraging students to get a TPL library card. For just $5 a year, cardholders get access to:

• Nearly 1,000,000 physical items across Alberta libraries

• Over 30,000 downloadable ebooks, audiobooks, and movies

• 20,000+ digital magazines and newspapers

• Free online courses for all ages and interests

You can even sign up online!

🌐 Visit the Taber Public Library website to explore their resources and upcoming programs. Some fun events this spring:

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🧩 School Clubs in the Learning Commons

Looking for a place to challenge your brain, make new friends, and have fun? Join one of our Learning Commons Clubs:

• Rubik’s Cube Club – Wednesdays @ First Break

• Puzzle Club – Wednesdays @ Lunch Break

• Chess Club – Thursdays @ First Break

• Games Club – Thursdays after school (3:30–4:30pm)

All students are welcome—no experience necessary! Drop by and try something new.

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📆 Important Dates

• May 6–10: Mental Health Awareness Week – calming reads & kindness activities in the library

• May 13: Launch of the “Guess Who’s Reading” contest

💬 From the Librarian’s Desk

In this busy season of school, it’s easy to forget how powerful stories can be for our mental and emotional health. Whether it’s laughter, empathy, escape, or understanding, there’s a book for every mood—and our shelves (and the TPL’s!) are full of them.

Wishing you peace, growth, and good books,

Vicki