The Summer Reading Program begins Monday June 13!!  Youngsters 4 and up are invited to get their  passport and “book your vacation” by registering at the Webb on either Monday June 13^th or Tuesday June 14^th, from 11am- 2pm .  Throughout  the summer, read and learn about other countries while completing  fun and creative activities.  As usual, prizes will be awarded after every “trip” and include fun “foreign” foods.

Pre-school Story Hour for the very young now takes place on Thursday mornings at 10:30, and will also follow the theme with books and crafts from all around the world . Live performances from different cultures are included in the summer schedule of events as well;  these specific programs, dates and times will be announced, so keep your eyes on the Webb this summer . Novel destinations await !

Art Exhibit:  Acrylic artist Heather Sink has a few of her works on display.

NEW MATERIALS

Adult

10th Anniversary  by James Patterson

Detective Lindsay Boxer's long-awaited wedding celebration becomes a distant memory when she is called to investigate a horrendous crime: a badly injured teenage girl is left for dead, and her newborn baby is nowhere to be found. Lindsay discovers that not only is there no trace of the criminals--but that the victim may be keeping secrets as well.
At the same time, Assistant District Attorney Yuki Castellano is prosecuting the biggest case of her life--a woman who has been accused of murdering her husband in front of her two young children. Yuki's career rests on a guilty verdict, so when Lindsay finds evidence that could save the defendant, she is forced to choose. Should she trust her best friend or follow her instinct?
Lindsay's every move is watched by her new boss, Lieutenant Jackson Brady, and when the pressure to find the baby begins interfering with her new marriage to Joe, she wonders if she'll ever be able to start a family.  

SixKill  by Robert B. Partker
An extraordinary new Spenser novel from the beloved New York Times-bestselling author.

On location in Boston, bad-boy actor Jumbo Nelson is accused of the rape and murder of a young woman. From the start the case seems fishy, so the Boston PD calls on Spenser to investigate. The situation doesn't look good for Jumbo, whose appetites for food, booze, and sex are as outsized as his name. He was the studio's biggest star, but he's become their biggest liability.
In the course of the investigation, Spenser encounters Jumbo's bodyguard: a young, former football-playing Native American named Zebulon Sixkill. Sixkill acts tough, but Spenser sees something more within the young man. Despite the odd circumstances, the two forge an unlikely alliance, with Spenser serving as mentor for Sixkill. As the case grows darker and secrets about both Jumbo and the dead girl come to light, it's Spenser-with Sixkill at his side-who must put things right. 

Buried Prey  by John Sandford 
Product Description 

Some secrets just can't stay buried, in the brilliant new Lucas Davenport thriller from the number-one New York Times- bestselling author.
"One of the best," said Kirkus Reviews of Storm Prey. "Razor-sharp dialogue, a tautly controlled pace and enough homicides for a miniseries. What more could fans want?"
A house demolition provides an unpleasant surprise for Minneapolis-the bodies of two girls, wrapped in plastic. It looks like they've been there a long time. Lucas Davenport knows exactly how long.
In 1985, Davenport was a young cop with a reputation for recklessness, and the girls' disappearance was a big deal. His bosses ultimately declared the case closed, but he never agreed with that. Now that he has a chance to investigate it all over again, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: It wasn't just the bodies that were buried. It was the truth.

Young Adult

Fallen Grace  by Mary Hooper 
From Booklist

In this Dickensian read, Grace Parkes and her sister, simple Lily, have been abandoned to fate. Their mother�s dead, and their father long ago disappeared. Life in a school for underprivileged girls led to pregnancy for Grace after one of the school�s benefactors came to her bed. When the book opens, Grace is at the cemetery hiding the remains of the baby, who died in childbirth, in a stranger�s casket because she is too poor to provide a burial. There she meets a handsome young lawyer who offers his card and a shifty woman who offers her work in a funeral home. All of Dickens� touchstones are here: the tightly wound connections; the great�and not-so-great�expectations; the bumpy twists; and the detailed descriptions of life in Victorian England.

Ruby Red  by Kerstin Gier

“Humorous, romantic and suspenseful, the plot is fast-paced and impossible to put down . . . . The final romantic cliffhanger will leave you thirsty for the next book in this ‘jewel’ of a series.” –Justine magazine
"Gier succeeds on her own terms, keeping the reader moving along, forward and backward in time, and ending with a revelation and a cliffhanger. Both will leave readers anticipating the publication of the next installment, ‘Sapphire Blue.’" –The New York Times Book Review
“What makes this such a standout is the intriguingly drawn cast, stars and supporting players both, beginning with Gwen, whose key feature is her utter normality… Adventure, humor, and mystery all have satisfying roles here.” –Starred, Booklist

Cryptic Cravings: Vampire Kisses 8  by Ellen Screiber
The morbidly monotonous Dullsville has finally become the most exciting place on earth now that Raven is

madly in love with her hot vampire boyfriend, Alexander, and a crew of vampires has taken residence in Dullsville's old mill. Raven discovers Jagger's plan to open a new club, the Crypt, right here in Dullsville. But is it her dream come true or her worst nightmare? Raven and Alexander have to figure out what the nefarious vampire has in store for Dullsville's teen and vampire population. Can Raven convince Jagger to listen to her plans to make the Crypt the morbidly magnificent dance club it could be? Will it be safe for mortals and vampires alike?
And as Sebastian and Luna's relationship heats up, Raven wonders about her own amorous fate: Will Alexander ever turn her? Does he crave her and does he want to spend eternity together? And what does she really want?
With cryptic secrets and cravings, this eighth installment in the Vampire Kisses series is a romantic and mysterious thrill ride.

Juvvenile

The Kane Cronicles: Book Two: The Throne of Fire  by Rick Riodan

In this exciting second installment of the three-book series, Carter and Sadie, offspring of the brilliant Egyptologist Dr. Julius Kane, embark on a worldwide search for the Book of Ra, but the House of Life and the gods of chaos are determined to stop them. 

Picture

Worms for lunch  by Leonid Gore 
Review
"The concept works beautifully."--BOOKLIST

"Simple and poetic."--SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

"Lovely prose and clever cut-outs wil captivate youngsters."--WATERLOO REGION RECORD 
Product Description

In the vein of THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR, Leonid Gore follows a curious worm through die-cut pages to discover what different animals like to eat for lunch. "Who on earth would eat worms for lunch?" the curious little leaf-loving worm wants to know....
Not the mouse who likes cheese. Not the little girl, who loves spaghetti and ice cream! Not the cow, nor the bee, nor the monkey.... But when a fish reveals what he most desires for lunch--wiggly, wiggly worms--our little worm goes quickly on his way....
In this funny, lighthearted romp that celebrates indivudal taste, young readers will relish guessing what each different animal calls lunch. And they'll be hungry to read this one again!

Follow Me  by Tricia Tusa 
Amazon.com Review

Swing high into the sky and explore a world full of earthy and elegant colors with the girl in this story as she experiences nature with a twist of her imagination. After she’s ventured far away, she floats gently back down and heads home, where her mother is waiting.
Tricia Tusa’s lyrical story and rich, sweeping art create a stylish swirl of charm and adventure, perfect for anyone who’s ever sat on a swing and daydreamed.

Short Chapter

Daisy Dawson at the Beach  by Steve Voake
Rescuing a dolphin is easier when you can talk to animals! Daisy returns in a summer adventure, meeting new friends from surfing rabbits to a dancing crab.

School’s out for Daisy Dawson, and things couldn’t be any better. Imagine a whole summer at the beach, full of sand, sun, and surfing! And now that she’s making new animal friends - a crab named Pinchy who likes to dance and two fun-loving rabbits named Rabsy and Raberta - her vacation promises to be all the more exciting. But when Daisy hears a call for help from the bottom of the sea, she finds a dolphin in deep trouble, caught in old fishing nets. Will Daisy and her friends be able to save the dolphin before it’s too late? 

Kids Worlds Fair

C is for Ciao  by Elissa D. Grodin

From its unparalleled achievements in art and architecture (the Sistine Chapel) , science and exploration (Galileo Galilei) , music and literature (Stradivarius and Dante) , the country of Italy has had a lasting and profound impact on the world. In C is for Ciao: An Italy Alphabet, young readers are invited to explore Italys rich history, diverse geography, and many traditions.




Australia Abcs  by Sarah Heiman

Many teachers use ABC Books to teach different concepts and this one is especially good for use as a sample to show students. The pictures are bold and very colorful. --Ft. Worth ISD, Ft. Worth, TX 
Product Description

In this book, you'll learn about the world's smallest continent, from the Great Barrier Reef to the Sydney Opera House.



France Abcs  by Sharon P. Cooper  
Product Description

An alphabetical exploration of the people, geography, animals, plants, history, and culture of France. Reading level: Ages 4-8, Paperback: 32 pages