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Kids

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About the Children's Library

The third-floor Landwehr Children’s Library features a diverse collection of books, graphic novels, movies, video games, music and magazines for young children, along with computers, reading programs, family resources and educational toys. The Children’s Library also hosts events and classes year-round, including storytimes, STEM workshops, art classes and more.

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Request a Kids Book Bundle
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1000 Books Before Kindergarten
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Resources for Homeschoolers
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500 Books Before Middle School

Summer Reading Program

Tours & Group Visits

Virtual Library Cards

Stories, Songs, and Stretches Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Room: Story Garden
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Stories, Songs, and Stretches!® envisions an entire generation of mindful kids who are school-ready in body, heart, and mind.  This movement based storytime program uses yoga shapes to build both gross and fine motor skills thro

Jedi Training for Kids

10:00am - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Room: The Loft
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Workshop
Event Details:

Embark on an exciting journey in our Jedi Training Program for kids! Join us as young Padawans learn the ways of the Force, wield light sabers, and discover the path to becoming a true Jedi Knight.

Mead Comic Con

10:00am - 3:00pm
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Age Group: Kids, Teen, Adult
Event Details:

Celebrate May the Fourth and Free Comic Book Day during Mead Library's 5th Annual Comic Con.

Baby & Me Storytime

9:30am - 10:00am
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Room: Story Garden
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Babies are invited to bring a parent or caregiver to this fun and engaging storytime.  Featuring simple books, lap bounces, rhymes and songs, this class is designed to help baby build important social, motor and early-literacy skills.  T

Mister Rogers' Mondays @ Uptown Social

9:30am - 10:30am
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Age Group: Kids
Event Details:

A program for grandparents and grandchildren to learn and grow together. Watch episode clips, then participate in inspired by the show.

Experience Collection for Kids

Experience Passes

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Check out a pass for free admission to local and regional attractions.

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Kids STEM Kits

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Bring home a STEM Kit, featuring books and hands-on activities designed to engage kids in a variety of science, technology, engineering and math skills.

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Storytime at Home Kits

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Our Storytime at Home kits feature everything needed to practice the critical early literacy activities of reading, talking, singing, writing, and playing.

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Online Resources for Kids

IXL Online Learning

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Online learning site offering unlimited, self-paced practice in over 6,000 topics. Access is free with your library card.
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Britannica School

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For students and educators, Britannica School is the access point for Britannica School Elementary, Middle, and High.

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Tumblebooks

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TumbleBooks is the place to go to hear stories, play games, and more. E-books for e-kids!

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