Children haven’t had much time to experience the world, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t curious. Children are innately imaginative and curious, and reading great books together helps to fuel those powerful tools.

Take a look at the books reviewed below. Each is a guaranteed page-turner, and that’s precisely what you and the children in your charge are looking for — books to ignite curious minds and power-up imaginations.

Books to Borrow

The following book is available at many public libraries.

“Book! Book! Book!” by Deborah Bruss, illustrated by Tiphanie Beeke, Arthur A. Levine/Scholastic Press, 32 pages

Read aloud: age 2-3 and older.

Read yourself: age 7 and older.

Down on the farm, everything was wonderful until the children went back to school. Suddenly, the farm animals were bored, sad and lonely. Finally, the hen announced that she was heading into town to find something to do, and the rest of the farm animals decided to join her.

When the group arrived at the library, they noticed everyone who came out of the library had a happy face. The hen knew this was the place they’d been looking for. When they entered the library, the friendly librarian understood just what the animals needed — books!

Charming illustrations grace this fun book that delivers one very important message: There’s nothing quite as entertaining as a good book.

Librarian’s Choice

Library: The Public Library for Union County, 205 Reitz Blvd., Lewisburg

Library Director: Tracy Carey

Children’s Librarian: Mary Harrison

Choices this week: “The Library” by Sarah Stewart; “Jumanji” by Chris Van Allsburg; “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever” by Barbara Robinson