Peer Reviewed

Hope and Other Luxuries is a touching memoir recorded by a desperate mother during her daughter's battle with anorexia. Claire Dunkle is a famous author known for her fantastic fantasy worlds but this shows her life personally as she deals with her daughters and their struggles. This book is eye opening and insightful; it sheds light on a serious illness that isn't often talked about. This personal account will will affect you in ways you never knew you could be.

- Reviewed by 11th grade student

6 Reasons why you should be using audiobooks everyday

6 Reasons why you should be using audiobooks everyday

No Tricks, just treats! The school-wide reading challenge starts NOW!

Carve out some time  to read an OverDrive book in October! We are brewing up some spooktacular surprises for our reading challenge participants. To get started, check out an OverDrive e-book this month. Once you have read the book, complete this survey; then see Mrs. Watts for a terrorific treat!

Your OverDrive login is your school username (without the apps.homewood.k12.al.us) and password.  You can download an OverDrive e-book to your own device or read it instantly in your internet browser.  For help with OverDrive, see the OverDrive help page (linked to this blog) or see Mrs. Watts.  

We Are Teachers

We Are Teachers

New article on how to use nonfiction in the classroom

2015 ALSC Book

2015 ALSC Book



The list of award winning books for young adult readers is available via the link above.  Check them out!

Homewood Public Library News

Downton Abbey Tea & Trivia

Monday, March 2, at 6:30 p.m. in the Large Auditorium Are you a Downton Abbey fanatic? Come test your knowledge and enjoy delicious treats and teas. Don’t forget your tea cup and saucer! Costumes are also welcomed! Prizes will be awarded to trivia winners, best costume ensemble, best hat, most unique teacup, and several door prizes. Registration is required, so please call (205) 332-6625 to sign up.

Two best-selling war books on screen added to our collection!

Click to watch the movie trailer on imdb.com

In Chris Kyle's autobiography, we read the late U.S. Navy Seal's heroic account of fighting in Iraq. American Sniper has owned the box office since its January 2015. Watch, read, and be inspired.

Click to watch the movie trailer on imdb.com

Unbroken is "a WWII story of survival, resilience, and redemption.  Click the book image to watch its movie trailer.

New Manga titles added to the library!

Manga fans, look what just arrived! Check yours out today!

Book Club February Pick

The Princess Bride

(abridged)

Book Club meets every other Wednesday from 3-4:00PM in the library. If you can't make it, feel free to join the discussion via Schoology or on the Book Club page of this blog!

Need an assignment printed in color? If your teacher requires color printing, please share that document via Google Drive to Jana Watts.  The printed documents will be located in the color printing tray at the circulation desk for pick up at your convenience.  If you need assistance, please see Mrs. Watts.  Thank you!

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See The Fault in Our Stars this Saturday @ the Homewood Public Library!

Homewood Public Library presents a special showing of  The Fault in Our Stars!

"Teenager Hazel, who has pushed people away since her cancer diagnosis, reluctantly joins a support group, where she bonds with a boy named Gus. Together, they face the challenge of building a relationship under the shadow of terminal illness. Everyone is welcome to join us. Popcorn & sodas will be served." - Homewood Public Library web site

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What is the Writing Center?

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