Emerging Readers is a book discussion group geared for grades K-2.
Emerging Readers is a book discussion group geared for grades K-2. The books are donated through the Kouts Lions Club and each family gets to keep a copy. The hour-long program also includes a snack, craft and another activity related to the book's theme.
February 5 - Llama Llama Be My Valentine! by Anna Dewdney - This book tells the story of Llama and his classmates learning to say "I love you!" on Valentine's Day by creating unique gifts to give to the llamas (and goats, and zebras...) they care about most.
March 4 - The Bad Seed goes to the Library by Jory John
The Bad Seed is in a good mood…for once. That’s because there’s a really cool book at the library available for checkout. The Bad Seed reads, and reads, until the book can’t be read anymore.
But suddenly, he gets bad news: The book must be returned to the library so another seed can enjoy it. Will the bad seed return to his baaaaaad ways and keep the book?
April 1 - The Adventure Friends # 1-Treasure Map by Brandon Todd
Clarke is new to town and ready to explore. Miguel loves meeting new people and going on adventures. With their walkie-talkies and compass in hand, these new friends map out their neighborhood and search for hidden treasure!
May 6 - Pirate Mom by Deborah Underwood
Yo ho ho! Pete loves pirates, but his mom thinks they are rude and messy. Then Pete and his mom go to see the Amazing Marco, and Marco hypnotizes Pete’s mom into thinking she’s a pirate! Now Pete’s mom won’t behave. She chases the neighbors. She steals underwear off other people’s clotheslines. She’s even flying the Jolly Roger over the house. Pete has to find the Amazing Marco. He wants his real mom back!
Kouts Public Library has been a fixture in the town of Kouts for over 40 years. In 1995, our current building was constructed, anchoring the south end of town. We offer a wealth of amenities to the citizens of Kouts and neighboring townships, including programming for youth and adults, meeting room spaces, wi-fi, and computers. The Indiana History Room contains a collection of artifacts and documents related to the town's history and its founding families. Our collections of materials have grown from books and periodicals to include movies, audiobooks, ebooks, music, streaming videos, and more.