New Picture Books
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Butterflies in the Children’s Garden
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All of our Monarch butterflies have emerged and been released into the Children’s Garden. […]
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2026-27 Maine Student Book Award Nominees
So many good books! Fourth through eight graders who read at least three books are invited to vote for their favorite next March.
If you like […]
4th-8th Graders – Vote Now for Your Favorite Maine Student Book Award Nominee!
Voting is open for the 2025-26 Maine Student Book Awards.
All 4th – 8th graders who have read at least three of the nominees are […]
RECOMMENDED RESOURCES
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ALA Notable Children’s Books
Outstanding books that reflect and encourage children’s interests in exemplary ways. -
Maine Student Book Award Reading List
Great titles for kids in grades 4-8. Vote for your favorites in March! -
NoveList K-8 Plus
Read-alikes and recommended reading lists. Helps kids find books that are just right for their interests and reading level.
Digital Maine Library may be accessed from any public, school or academic library in Maine. Access is also available from your home or business in Maine. Access from out of state is available with a valid Maine library card. There are plenty of resources in Digital Maine Library to help kids do research for school, like Ben’s Guide to U.S. Government for Kids, Kids InfoBits, National Geographic Kids, and World Book Encyclopedias.
