Elementary Grade K-4: There's a Ghost in This House by Oliver Jeffers

Middle Grade 4-8: The List of Unspeakable Fears by Kasper Kramer

The Georgia Book Awards was established in 1968 to foster a love of reading in the children of Georgia. GBA introduces children to books of literary excellence. Awards are given in two categories – picture books and middle-grade novels.
Media Specialists and Teachers from Georgia nominate GBA Books.
Genres such as historical, fiction, fantasy, and realistic fiction are nominated and bring cultural awareness, bullying, civil and human rights, and poverty to the readers' attention.

The Teen Virtual Book Club is back!

Teens from the Hapeville Community will meet virtually this Spring.

Please contact Ms. Janice for the Zoom link.

janice.wilson@fultoncountyga.gov

Join us on Saturdays in February for screenings of black history movies for kids.
Books and movies are great ways to explore and understand Black American history and culture.

February 03, 2024, The Watsons Go to Birmingham at 2:00 pm 

February 10, 2024, The Great Debaters at 2:00 pm

Santa Claus, otherwise known as Kris Kringle and Saint Nicolas, has become one of the most worldwide recognizable folklore figures. He is one of the most iconic elements of this holiday season. His fur-trimmed red outfit and bushy white beard are iconic.

What did Santa use to look like?

Santa, over the years, was known for having a big belly, red fur coat, beard; the image of Santa Claus has been pretty firmly set for much of the 20th century. But Santa used to look quite different from the familiar guy we know today. Believe it or not, Santa used to be skinny, then he was tiny, and in some cases, he rode in a flying blimp or wore a three-cornered hat. Check out the link below at the different looks of Santa. ⇓

https://www.sitepoint.com/the-changing-design-of-santa-claus/

Does Santa live in the North Pole?

So you want to know where Santa lives, Huh? Legend says Santa lives in a mysterious workshop in the North Pole. Well, my friends, I can't give you Santa's address only the reindeer and elves know that. But I can give you more information if you take a look at the link below. ⇓

https://theculturetrip.com/europe/sweden/articles/which-country-is-santa-actually-from/

How does Santa make sure all the kids are good?

Millions of elves keep Santa informed. But elves are not the only ones watching and telling Santa about you. Your parents, teachers, librarians, bus driver, and your babysitter is telling Santa everything about you. So continue being kind to everyone. The link below will tell you mo...more.⇓

https://yessantaisreal.com/how-does-santa-know-if-your-are-naughty-or-nice/

How does Santa get into houses that don't have chimneys?

Santa has a magic key to get into homes, apartments, townhouses, and condos. 

https://blog.coldwellbanker.com/santa-claus-get-house-without-chimney/

How does Santa Claus get into a house without a chimney? Coldwell Banker Blue Matter. (2017, June 21). Retrieved December 2, 2021, from https://blog.coldwellbanker.com/santa-claus-get-house-without-chimney/.

DON'T FORGET TO READ!!!

The book list below is a fun list of books about Santa.⇓

Fall means trips to the farm, scarecrows, the harvesting of pumpkins and apples, and, of course, the fiery changing of leaves.

Kindergarten List

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Kindergarten Reading List

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First Grade Reading List

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Second Grade List

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Second Grade

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This booklist will appeal to grades K-3rd grade. They range from picture books to more challenging short-chapter books.

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1st Grade

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2nd Grade

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 3rd Grade

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So this summer, chill, relax, and check out this YA summer reading list.                                                                                                     

Fantasy                                

Wings of Ebony

The Gilded Ones

Woven in Moonlight

Summer in the City

Survival Stories

96 Miles

Where the World Ends 

Lies Like Wildfire

The Girl in the White Van

Run, Hide, Fight Back

Be Not Far From Me

The Woods Are Always Watching

LGBTQ Stories

The Avant-Guards

Cheer Up!

Flamer

The Girl From the Sea

Kiss Number 8

Laura Dean Keeps Breaking up With Me

The Times I Knew I Was Gay

The Magic Fish

Manga

My Hero Academia

Attack on Titan

Demon Slayer

Dr. Stone

One-punch Man

Banned Books

Beyond Magenta

I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

The Handmaid's Tale

The Kite Runner

To Kill A Mockingbird

Bone

Drama

This One Summer

Let's celebrate Earth Day!

An all-things-bees storytime showing the importance of these amazing insects in our community. Afterward, kids can decorate a pot, plant a flower, and take it home. (while supplies last)

Please Register!

Contact: Ms. Janice at 404-612-8842 or janice.wilson@fultoncountga.gov

March is Reading Month!

Stop by the Hapeville Library and pick up a free children's book. Thursday, 3/17/23, 12:00 pm -1:00 pm

Ask for Ms. Janice