This winter, NBC 5, Telemundo 39, and the Fort Worth Public Library invite families to read together. Over the next three months, the library will celebrate holidays such as Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, New Year’s Day, the Lunar New Year, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Groundhog Day, Valentine’s Day and more. A winter reading list of more than 100 books covers holiday themes and crafts that families can enjoy together.
Winter Reading List
The library’s list features 140 recommended books, spanning board books, picture books and craft guides. Highlights include:
- \”You’re My Little Latkeby\” – author Nicola Edwards
- \”You’re My Little Christmas Cookie\” – author Nicola Edwards
- \”Holiday Crafting & Baking with Kids: Gifts, Sweets and Treats for the Whole Family\” – author Jessica Strand
- \”The Night Before Kwanzaa\” – author Natasha Wing
- \”Who was Martin Luther King, Jr.?\” – author Bonnie Bader
- \”The Big Book of Festivals\” – authors Marita Bullock & Joan-Maree Hargreaves
- \”How to Catch a Loveosaurus\” – authors Alice Walstead & Andy Elkerton
- \”How to Catch a Groundhog\” – authors Alice Walstead & Emma Gillette
- \”The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s Peekaboo Valentine\” – author Eric Carle
- \”Lunar Tale: a New Year’s Adventure\” – author Stella Hong
- \”Bringing in Tật\” – author Kimly Hoang-Nakata
Free Library Card for Students
Students in pre‐K through 12th grade at any formally recognized North Texas school can obtain a free Fort Worth Public Library card. Residents of Fort Worth are not required; non‐resident students can get a card at any library location. The card grants access to digital content and physical materials. Click HERE to apply.
Featured Book Series
The \”You’re My Little\” series by Nicola Edwards offers tactile, interactive board books that celebrate family love with holiday themes. The books feature raised elements, cut‐outs and chunky pages that appeal to young readers.
Holiday Crafts & Baking
Holiday Crafting & Baking with Kids: Gifts, Sweets and Treats for the Whole Family by Jessica Strand brings step‐by‐step instructions, templates and color photos. Children ages four and up can choose materials and create gifts, decorations and treats for Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, New Year’s and Boxing Day.
Local News Highlights
Local authors spotlighted this winter include Natasha Wing’s \”The Night Before Kwanzaa\”, Bonnie Bader’s historical picture book \”Who was Martin Luther King, Jr.?\”, Marita Bullock & Joan-Maree Hargreaves’ cultural celebration guide \”The Big Book of Festivals\”, and the fun-filled picture books by Alice Walstead, Emma Gillette, Eric Carle, Stella Hong and Kimly Hoang-Nakata.
Key Takeaways
- Fort Worth Public Library offers a free card for North Texas students, granting access to over 140 winter-season books.
- The library’s winter list features interactive board books, cultural guides and craft manuals.
- Families can enjoy holiday-themed reading and hands-on projects together.
The library’s partnership with NBC 5 and Telemundo 39 brings a season of reading, celebration and community engagement to families across the region.
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