The Early Childhood Center is designed for birth through 2nd grade including materials and programs. Try out an activity, read a book, or play on a computer or iPad. While the Early Childhood Center is designed for younger ones, everyone is welcome to use the collection including fiction, nonfiction, board books, readers, audiobooks and Playaways.
Establish strong early literacy skills and create a special bond with your child by reading to them. Keep track of your reading on our 100 Books Reading Sheets found in Youth Services.
- Read 100 books and your reader earns a sticker.
- Read 500 and 1,000 books to have your reader's name added to our Wall of Stars.
- Complete the program and we will honor your reader's achievement by adding their name to a new picture book in our collection.
We are excited to be part of your child's reading journey!
Our Early Childhood play area is a place for young ones to make believe, practice social skills, work on fine and gross motor skills, and more.
Activities and toys are periodically changed for new discoveries. Help us take good care of our toys so that everyone can play.
Computers and iPads are available for children to use in the Early Childhood Center. Games and activities are intended for ages 2-6.
Check out an iPad at the Early Childhood Desk.
The Leveled Reader collection is broken into 5 levels: pre-1, 1, 2, 3, and 4. The levels do not necessarily correspond to a student’s grade level.
Books are leveled based on vocabulary, repetition, number of words, etc.
The Early Childhood Center has an easy nonfiction collection perfect for new learners.
Located behind the Leveled Reader collection, young readers can find informational books at their level on a variety of topics.
Upcoming Events
Families
Come make some noise and belt out some favorite songs on our karaoke machine!
No registration required.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Children & Caregivers
This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
Family Movie Night: Harold and the Purple Crayon
Families
Dress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! We'll have some snacks available and you're welcome to bring your own.
Harold and the Purple Crayon (PG)
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Children & Caregivers
This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
The Magic of Gary Kantor: 10am
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program has been cancelled.
Children and Families
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
Family Movie Morning: Kung Fu Panda 4
Families
Dress in comfy clothes, bring a comfy pillow or blanket, and join us for a movie! You're welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks.
Kung Fu Panda 4 (PG)
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Children & Caregivers
This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
The Magic of Gary Kantor: 11am
Due to unforeseen circumstances, this program has been cancelled.
Children and Families
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
Bilingual Ukrainian Storytime with The Language Labs
Ages 2-7
The Language Labs is here for Ukrainian storytime with stories, songs, games, and a craft! This storytime will be in English and Ukrainian.
Registration required.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Children & Caregivers
This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
Families
Get ready for bed with a story and some relaxing activities. Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffy for this cozy family storytime.
No registration required.
Disclaimer(s)
Accessibility
The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.
Children & Caregivers
This program is intended for children and caregivers to participate together; drop offs are not allowed.
Photo Permission
In the course of daily operations, the library may take photographs within public areas of the library. Written permission is not needed for Library staff to take photographs of groups or crowds including children in the library building or during library sponsored events.
Learning Games
Action Words Flash Cards
Each flash card features a supporting picture and a sentence that uses the action word in context.
Addition 0-12: Flash Cards
Covers addition facts through 12…plus ideas for skill-building games and activities.
Addition Dominoes
Addition facts on one end and numeric sums on the other - find the match.
All About Feelings Magic Board
Kids bring feelings to life as they identify, describe and draw 6 different emotions.
Brain Quest for Threes
Question-and-answer game covers shapes, colors, letters, numbers, opposites and more.
Brain Quest Grade 1
Question-and-answer game covers reading, language arts, math, science and more.