What's On Display at Your Library?

Book Buddies
Candid shots of children enjoying books in the library.



School is cool- Books rule- We have many displays of books pertaining to going back to school.



Grammar will get you if you don't watch out- many books on display on sharpening grammer skills



Sarah Whitchurch- shared her poem AMERICA with the children of Bossier Central



Stand Up to Bullying-books on bullying and coping with the problem

Stand Up to Bullying

Expert offers advice for those who are anxious over bullying

Staff reporter
Press-Tribune

Bullying is a big problem that affects lots of children. Being bullied can make children feel scared, sad and worried or embarassed, according to LSU AgCenter family life professor Dr. Diane D. Sasser.

The stress of dealing with bullies can even cause them to feel physically ill, Sasser adds.

Having bullies around can take the fun out of school. Some children feel afraid to go to the lunchroom, the restroom or the playground because of bullies. It's hard for t hem to keep their minds on schoolwork or enjoy friends when they're worried about how they're going to get around the bully near their lockers.

"Bullying bothers everyone and not just the children who are getting picked on!" Sasser says.

For a copy of this article in its entirety, please visit the Bullying Display located in the Children Services department of the Bossier Central Library. Thank you!

"Back to School" & "Don't Be A Bully"

Going to school for the first time is very scary for little ones. The Children’s Library has many books geared to children about school and what to expect. Parents can alleviate those fears and help their children make the transition from home to school by spending time reading to them about the new experiences that await them.

Another scary thing about going back to school for some children, is the fear of being the target of a bully. This is especially true if they were bullied the previous year. The Children’s Library has a display of books on the subject along with a handout about bullies. Parents can help their children early on if they know what signs to look for.