Kids

Summer with the Library

Summer with the Library

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

A colorful castleThe concept is simple, the rewards are priceless. 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten encourages you to read books – any books – to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books before your little one starts kindergarten

 

Virtual Events for Kids

Cartoon memorial setting featuring candles and a photo frame with a picture of a sock. National Lost Sock Memorial Day
Posted by: Sean
Did they fall into a dryer vortex? Did they go searching for food? Well, now it's time to hold a memorial service for our dear departed socks.
A cartoon image of a firefly. Hatching Fireflies (a plastic egg craft)
Posted by: Sean
Welcome in the warmer months with this fun craft that turns old plastic Easter eggs into adorable fireflies.
Check out the list of SSYRA titles. 2021-22 Sunshine State Young Reader Award titles announced
Posted by: JohnJ
Check out the full list of titles!
photos of a happy-little and sad-big Ms. Laurel looking at camera Opposites storytime with two Ms. Laurels
Posted by: LaurelC
Join two Ms. Laurels for a fun storytime that will guide your little one through the tricky concept of opposites

Events for Kids

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Cartoon memorial setting featuring candles and a photo frame with a picture of a sock. National Lost Sock Memorial Day
Posted by: Sean
Did they fall into a dryer vortex? Did they go searching for food? Well, now it's time to hold a memorial service for our dear departed socks.
Check out the list of SSYRA titles. 2021-22 Sunshine State Young Reader Award titles announced
Posted by: JohnJ
Check out the full list of titles!
Illustrated silhouette of dog and cat face National Adopt A Shelter Pet Day - April 30th
Posted by: LiselyL
Celebrate Shelter Pets and their Forever Homes on April 30th!

Learn a language with Transparent and KidSpeak

KidSpeak

Children can learn a language with both KidSpeak and elementary courses from Transparent. Learn more from our blog!

Reading aloud to your child

A parent reading to a child, who's reaching out to flip the page.
When's the best time to start reading to your child?

As early as possible! Babies love the closeness and the sound of your voice. You are also demonstrating to your child that reading is an essential part of life. Check out some of our favorite books to share with your baby.