For Children

 

We offer a large variety of children’s titles.  In addition, children can come to play and color in our children’s area, play educational games on one of our two kids' tablets, checkout an activity bag, join us for story time and other fun programming, and more! We are eager to provide a fun, interactive place for children to fall in love with reading.

 

 

Events at Our Library

 

Throughout the year we offer fun programs and contests in which children and families can participate. Check out our events page for an up-to-date list of our upcoming events!

 

 

 

Storytime | Wednesdays at 10:30

Join Miss Diane to listen to stories, learn rhymes, and activities!  All ages are welcome.  Recommended ages 3-5 years old.

 

Movers & Shakers | Fridays at 10:30

Join Miss Diane to listen to stories, sing songs, and move!  All ages welcome.  Recommended ages 0-3 years old.

 

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten

Sign up at the circulation desk to join our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program and you will receive a free starter packet with a log to keep track of your books. Then check back in when you’ve reached a book milestone for a prize.

 

 

 

Summer Reading Program

Children of all ages are welcome to join us for our Summer Reading Program.  Click here to learn more: Summer Reading Program.  Each summer we plan a fun-filled 6-week program.  Children have the opportunity to create at our craft events, learn from our guest presenters, and earn great prizes to reward their time reading!

Apply to be our Junior Librarian of the month!  Each spring we feature a child aged 8-13.  They have the opportunity to share about their favorite books and have a display in the library.  Apply to be a Junior Librarian here.

 

Movies at the Library

Throughout the year, we offer movies at the library for children of all ages.  Often movies are shown on no school days or over holiday breaks, be sure to check our Facebook or Events page to see when our next movie will be.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resources

 

Award-Winning Books

 

Newberry Medal Winners

Goldfinch Award Winners

Caldecott Medal Winners

Iowa Children’s Choice Award Winners

 

50states.com (States and Capitals)
Whether you are writing a report or planning a trip, this guide to the 50 US states is a great resource. Provides pictures of state symbols, statistical information and links to many other related sights.

Arthur Site
Fans of Marc Brown’s favorite aardvark will enjoy this site!

Nickelodeon
If you’re a Nick watcher, checkout this site for some of your favorites!

PBS Kids
Website with games and more focused on PBS programming for children.

Scholastic Kids
Games, puzzles and information on Scholastic titles.