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Filmed in the historic Peabody township library in Peabody KS. Mrs Pilcher reveals the book ” The oldest student”, about a woman, born a slave learns how to read at the ripe old age of 114. Proving you are never too old to learn to read.
Next, Mrs Pilcher introduces a book about a house built on a rock and surrounded by water. Do you think you can guess the name of the book?
This is a story about how Andrew Carnegie grew from a boy and became one of the richest men in the world and how he used some of his wealth to create libraries all over the world. (Including Peabody, KS)
Mrs. Pilchers Bookshelf filmed at the Peabody Township Library! Mrs. Pilcher reads from the book “The Man Who Loved Libraries” about Andrew Carnegie and how he helped create libraries throughout the world including Peabody, KS. Mrs. Pilcher also introduces the story of a slave woman who learns to read at 114 years old.
If Peabody Township Library doesn’t have a children’s book you are looking for, we can always get that book through inter library loan for you!
Peabody Township Library has Playaway launchpads available for use. Tablets are available for Pre-K to 12th grade
Thanks to the generous support of the Kansas Book Festival, Peabody Township Library has a vast collection of children’s and young adults available. These books focus on everything from training, dealing with loss, mental health, and overcoming everyday challenges
Children are encouraged to visit our special reading room.
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