Stories for a Safer Wakefield is a month-long community inquiry during May 2010, intended to provoke thought and discussion about violence and its deterrence. Beebe Library invites you to read from a selection of stories that draw awareness to the effects of violence in a community. Stories for a Safer Wakefield features forums and activities to better understand and mitigate violence in our lives. For more information on Stories for a Safer Wakefield: Brochure or Wakefield Alliance Against Violence.

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Wakefield Public Schools
2010 Suggested Summer Reading For Students Entering Grade 2
The following is a suggested list of books. It represents a range of reading levels and interests. Some books can be read independently by your child; others are meant to be enjoyed as read-alouds. In most cases, the titles are just a sampling of the many works produced by these authors.
Enjoy exploring more of their books.

Books can be found in the Youth Room on the Lower Level.  Books for students entering Grade 1 are shelved under the 1&2 sign and have yellow labels on the spines.  Continue »

Wakefield Public Schools
2010 Suggested Summer Reading for Students Entering Grade 3

The following are suggestions for summer reading and read-alouds. In most cases, the titles listed are just a sampling of the many works produced by these authors. Enjoy exploring more of their books.

Books can be found in the Youth Room on the Lower Level.  Books for students entering Grade 1 are shelved under the 3 sign and have green labels on the spines.  Continue »