Press Play! A Gamer's Booklist
by Kevin Vega, Library Information Assistant, Riverside Library
September 28, 2020
Here’s a list of books that will give you insights on video gaming, tips for the hottest games or provide a fun video game-themed fiction read. Are you up for the challenge?
Thoughts on the Evolution of Our Understanding of History
by Thaddeus Krupo, Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
September 3, 2020
If the dates are the same, the places are the same, the persons are the same, the outcome is the same, then how does it evolve?
Reading Beyond Chinatown: Books from the Chinese Diaspora
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
July 8, 2020
A collection of titles that encompasses a wide range of narratives and genres spanning the global Chinese diaspora experience.
Asian Pacific American Heritage Month: Researching with NYPL's E-Resources and Other Databases
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
May 19, 2020
Including genealogy, the performing arts, LGBT studies and more.
Virtual Events, E-Books & Websites to Expand Your Eco-Knowledge
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
April 22, 2020
You can honor Earth Day and Arbor Day Every Day.
Books and Library Events to Ring in the Year of the Mouse/Rat | 新年快樂 | 새해 복 많이 받으세요 | Chúc Mừng Năm Mới
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
January 22, 2020
It's almost time to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
Reading Stories That Define #OwnVoices: 20 Asian Pacific American Picture Books and Children's Comics
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
June 3, 2019
This recommended reading list includes classic and recent pictures books, and comics created mostly by Asian Pacific American authors and illustrators - great for young readers ranging from babies and toddlers to elementary school students.
Why Study History? John Jacob Astor, Thomas Jefferson, and the Oregon Trail
by Thaddeus Krupo, Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
September 12, 2018
What can a look at the Oregon Trail expeditions tell us about future exploration?
Time to Dress Up: Introducing the NYPL Grow Up Work Fashion Library
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
August 6, 2018
If you're looking to get dressed up for a job interview, wedding, or other formal event, the Riverside Library can help.
Drawing Outside the Lines and Stereotypes: Six Amazing Asian American Graphic Novels
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
May 31, 2018
Here are an outstanding half-dozen graphic novels for teens and tweens, written by Asian American authors and featuring Asian American protagonists. Think less about superhero powers and more about down-to-earth transformative tales.
Sketch of Life: Children’s Biographies of Noteworthy Asian Pacific Americans
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
May 30, 2018
Inspirational biographies never go out of style. As part of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, kids can learn more about eight notable people who defied racism and made their mark in the arts, film, sports, and more.
Happy Lunar New Year: Books and Events to Honor the Year of the Dog | 新年快樂 | 새해 복 많이 받으세요 | Chúc Mừng Năm Mới
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
February 14, 2018
Begin celebrating The Year of the Dog with a selection of books, recordings, and Library events to suit all ages.
Blessed Ramadan, Blessed Eid: Books for Children and Teens for the Holy Month / Ramadan Mubarak, Eid Mubarak /رمضان مبارك ، عيد مبارك: كتب للمراهقين والأطفال عن الشهر الكريم / আশীর্বাদে রমাদান, আশীর্বাদ ঈদ / مبارک رمضان عید مبارک
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
June 23, 2017
The New York Public Library has several picture books, non-fiction books and e-books for children and a few titles for teens observing or wish to learn more about Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr.
Great Graphic Books for Tweens, Teens & Adults to be “Green”
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
April 21, 2017
Environmental thinking should go beyond Earth Day. One holiday a year isn't enough time to celebrate the beauty of nature, help improve the planet or find out more about climate change and other environmental issues.
Time to Grieve: Books for Children and Families Coping with Death and Dying
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
April 17, 2017
These ten suggested novels—fiction and nonfiction—can assist families in starting that conversation, help children sort out their feelings, and ease the grieving process.
“Bad Girls” Challenge the World: Five Biography and Essay Collections for Feminists
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
March 28, 2017
Check out this list of books filled with profiles of notable women and an essay compilation on the current multifaceted feminist scene.
15 Books and Films To Mend a Broken Heart
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
February 13, 2017
Check out this list of books and films that remind readers and viewers that love can be complicated, and they are not alone in experiencing relationship frustrations.
10 Great Picture Books about Diverse Children and Families
by Michelle Lee, Young Adult Librarian, Riverside Library
September 22, 2016
Here are some picture books that can help children appreciate and understand how people and families can be different, and, at the same time, share the same universal value: love.
Ep. 38 "It's Not Just For Kids" | Library Stories
by The Library Stories Project
July 13, 2016
For hip hop dancer Maria Fraguas Jover, researching at the New York Public Library for the Performing Arts is a transformative experience.
Ep. 37 "I Got the Idea" | Library Stories
by The Library Stories Project
July 6, 2016
With the help of NYPL’s StartUp competition and the resources at the Science, Industry & Business Library, Steve founded Quikicks, a line of hands-free footwear that allows the user to step in and out of their shoes with ease.