Wandering through WondLa.

Tony DiTerlizzi, author of the Spiderwick Chronicles and Kenny & the Dragon has just imagined The Search for WondLa. So what's that have to do with our gaming blog? Well, WondLa uses augmented reality where the reader can scan certain pages with a webcam or smart phone camera to explore parts of the new world. It's not exactly a video game, but it is a totally cool way to experience the story. For more information, (AND video games) visit the website wondla.com.

Did You Know?

Did you know that we've moved our video game collection to the side wall? Video games can now be found below our Blu-ray collection right next to the Videos and DVDs; they are shelved according to console, Wii, XBOX 360 and PS3. Just come in and ask one of our friendly Librarians to walk you on over to their new location :)

Thanksgiving gaming ideas

Family and friends coming over and you're looking for something to do? Here are some great family gaming suggestions fun for all the aunts, uncles, cousins or ultra-cool grandparents!

Wii Party, Trivial Pursuit, Family Party Fitness Fun, Hasbro Family Game Night 2, Carnival Games.

Lego Harry Potter

Joseph says Lego Harry Potter is the best game he ever played. He loved it so much when he took it out from the library, that he is now going to ask for it for Christmas!

So far the hardest part of Year 1 was learning luminos, which is a spell to light the way, but it was the most satisfying, and also the most fun.

Anyone reads or sees Harry Potter should try out this video game. It goes up to three players, Harry, Ron, and Hermione, so it's good for a group!

Information contributed by Joseph, grade 5.

Mario Galaxy 2

If you're a Mario fan, Mario Galaxy 2 is bigger and better than ever. Fly around from world to world, galaxy to galaxy and let your imagination run free* Makes a great rainy-day game. Available for the Wii console.

Aragorn's Quest

If you're a Lord of the Rings fan, or are merely humbled by The Hobbit, you might like to check out Aragorn's Quest, available for both the Wii and PS3 consoles.



While Lord of The Rings is a huge franchise including movies and games, don't forget it all started with a few books written by J.R.R. Tolkien. Why not check out some of the many works our collection has to offer.

SpongeBob

Everyone's favorite sea sponge is back in SpongeBob's Truth or Square! Rated E for everyone, this makes a great game to play with the family; Available for the Wii and XBOX 360 consoles.

Can't get enough SpongeBob? Don't forget we've got a great collection of SpongeBob books and DVDs also. Stop on by for SpongeBob Squarepants Battle for Bikini Bottom located on our J computers.

Goosebumps

It's not too late to be horrified! Not only do have Goosebumps. HorrorLand for Wii, we've got a whole great collection of Paperbacks, Graphic Novels, and DVDS. Come get your post-Halloween fill today!..If you dare!

Super Smash Bros

Ben (4th grade) thinks that Super Smash Bros is great fighting game. His favorite character is Bawser because he can shoot fire.

Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games

Jonathan (4th grade) thinks that Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games is the most exciting game in the world. He plays it all the time and he enjoys playing the dream snow board cross, dream alpine, and dream figure skating. When you want to change the event you get money and you can go shopping in the village. The game allows up to four players.

Super Mario Galaxy 2

"Super Mario Galaxy 2 is one of the most fun Mario game ever!" says Oskar (3rd grade). He shares that there are so many adventures and it has so many creative levels.

Wii Sports

Robert (3rd grade) thinks that Wii Sports is really fun to play. Baseball and boxing are his favorite.

NeW GaMeS!!!

New games have arrived at the Youth and Parent Services Department! Browse our full VIDEO GAME LIST HERE. Please check back soon for info about individual games.