Library Newsletter
December 2017
Grab a Book for the Holiday Break
Stop by the Pop-up Library in the Cafeteria during Exam Week and grab a book to read over the break. Looking for a particular book? Feel free to send an email to library@burrburton.org and we will try to have it ready for you. Also, don't forget to return library books that are due before break.
Happy Holidays,
Mrs. Putney and Mrs. Gardner
FREE DMV Practice Permit Tests
The Library is excited to announce a partnership with Driving-Test.org, a company dedicated to driver safety education. This venture offers BBA students access to VT DMV practice tests. If you are getting ready to drive, check out this FREE resource.
Highlights from Our Collection
My True Love Gave to Me: Twelve Holiday Stories
Just in time for the Holiday Break - A collection of twelve holiday stories written by some of today's most popular young adult authors - Rainbow Rowell, Kelly Link, Matt De la Peña, Jenny Ham, David Levithan, Holly Black, Gayle Forman, Myra Mcentire, Kiersten White, Laini Taylor and Stephanie Perkins.
Into the Water by Paula Hawkins
From the author of The Girl on the Train , Paula Hawkins' second book is another thriller murder mystery novel. "A single mother turns up dead at the bottom of the river that runs through town. Earlier in the summer, a vulnerable teenage girl met the same fate. Their deaths disturb the river and its history, dredging up secrets long submerged. "--Provided by publisher.
Faithful by Alice Hoffman
"Growing up on Long Island, Shelby Richmond is an ordinary girl until one night an extraordinary tragedy changes her fate. Her best friend’s future is destroyed in an accident, while Shelby walks away with the burden of guilt.
A moving portrait of a young woman finding her way in the modern world."--Provided by publisher.
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We Rise: The Earth Guardians Guide to Building a Movement that Restores the Planet
Xiuhtezcatl Martinez is a 16-year-old climate activist, hip-hop artist, and powerful new voice on the front lines of a global youth-led movement.
Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie
Have you read this classic murder mystery from the queen of mystery, Agatha Christie? Originally published in 1934, the story has had a resurgence most likely due to the movie remake released in November 2017. A classic "who done it" murder mystery.
When Dimple Met Rishi by Sandhya Menon
When Dimple Shah and Rishi Patel meet at a Stanford University summer program, Dimple is avoiding her parents' obsession with "marriage prospects" but Rishi hopes to woo her into accepting an arranged marriage with him.
Exam Week Library Hours
- Monday 7:20 am to 4:00 pm
- Tuesday - Wednesday 7:20 am to 3:00 pm
- Thursday 7:20 am to 10:30 am