Parents: are you worried about your kid’s love of comics? Wondering whether your kids should be reading graphic novels? Concerned about whether these illustrated books will rot their brains? Come to the Library on Monday, Oct. 19 at 7:30 to learn more about this increasingly popular literary genre. Library Assistant Dave Burbank, our resident graphic novel expert, will be our guide, along with Karen MacPherson, the children’s/teen librarian. We’ll look at the different kinds of graphic novels and discuss how Library folks decide if a graphic novel is appropriate for all ages, older readers, or adults. We’ll also talk about why graphic novels actually can provide a real workout for your kids’ brain, and conclude the program by sharing some of favorite graphic novels – both classic and new. Participants will take home a graphic novel booklist. Registration is encouraged for this program. Children ages five and up also are welcome to attend with their parents. To register, go to www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html or call us at 301-891-7259.
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