Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Every child should have books in their home. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library makes that easy and free.
Parent and Teacher Resources
The library has special collections, resources, services, tools and kits made especially for busy parents and teachers.
Kids Library
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Kids Library Renovation coming soon. Construction will start in October 2024 to renovate the Kids Library. We plan to have a fully redesigned space by summer 2025. You will still have access to kids materials and events during construction, they will just be temporarily relocated. Read more about this exciting redesign.Latest Articles
August 18, 2024 ·
Kid Tested Librarian Recommended: Always something new to learn
July 18, 2024 ·
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Sibling adventures
June 7, 2024 ·
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Tantalizing summer stories
May 9, 2024 ·
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommened: Uncover Mysteries
April 11, 2024 ·
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Magical Gardens
March 27, 2024 ·
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: The heart & soul of history
Upcoming Events
Events
Nov 4 | 09:00AM - 9:00PM
11/4/2024 Kansas Reads to Preschoolers Book Giveaway
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
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Nov 4 | 09:30AM - 10:00AM
11/4/2024 Building Readers: Baby Bookworms
Learning Center
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Nov 4 | 10:30AM - 11:00AM
11/4/2024 Building Readers: Baby Bookworms
Learning Center
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Nov 4 | 03:45PM - 4:45PM
11/4/2024 Pseudo Sewing
Learning Center
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The Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library is a Family Place Library. 
The Family Place Library initiative focuses on the development of children birth to 5 years old by providing interactive games and activity stations, Parent/Child Workshops and storytimes that grow a love of reading.
The designation is part of a three-year Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) National Leadership Grant that supports 27 libraries in eight states.
- Baby Bookworms (0-12 months)
- Wonderful 1s (12 - 24 months)
- Totally 2s (24-36 months)
- Preschool Storytime (3-5 years)
"Parents are the child’s first teacher and the first five years of life are critical for developing skills needed throughout life,” said LeAnn Brungardt, Youth Services Supervisor. “Parents are encouraged to wire a healthy brain by talking to, reading to, singing to, playing with and cuddling their child at home and at the library.”
