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MTRS Library - December 2021

Happy December!

In this newsletter, take a look at some great podcasts, creation tools, we've got food on the brain (if you're hungry), new books in the library, and community events!

As always, email me at ewillis@mtrsd.org for help finding....ANYTHING!!

Be well,

Ms. Willis

Check out these podcasts!

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Harry Potter and the Sacred Text

Link to podcast here

What if the Harry Potter series was considered a holy book? While this can feel true to many Potter fans, this thoughtful, spiritual podcast actually puts it into practice.

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Dear Hank and John

Link to podcast here

Real brothers and vloggers John Green (a young adult novelist) and Hank Green (a YouTuber) co-host a lighthearted advice podcast where they answer questions on everything from random thoughts to deep, emotional topics.

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Youth Radio

Link to podcast here

Youth Radio is a podcast for teens, published by teens. It was created to showcase the power of young people as makers of media, technology, and community. It brings the teen perspective to issues of public concern.

Creation Tools

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Krita

Link here.

Krita is a professional FREE and open source painting program. It is made by artists that want to see affordable art tools for everyone.

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Unscreen

Link here

Remove the background of a video clip up to 5 seconds long. No green screen necessary.

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Pixlr X

Link here.

Easy photo editing for all ages. Pixlr is an online photo editing tool that allows you to design, create and edit your photos and images with ease. Express and Advanced modes available.

Hungry? Take a look at these fiction and nonfiction books!

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Food, Food, Food!

Check out our library's list of books about food!

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Hungry Hearts: 13 Tales of Food and Love

A stunning collection of short stories about the intersection of family, culture, and food in the lives in teens, from bestselling and critically acclaimed authors. In our library!

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North of Happy

Carlos Portillo has always led a privileged and sheltered life. A dual citizen of Mexico and the US, he lives in Mexico City with his wealthy family, where he attends an elite international school. Always a rule follower and a parent pleaser, Carlos is more than happy to tread the well-worn path in front of him. He has always loved food and cooking, but his parents see it as just a hobby. In our library!

New books in our library and library catalog!