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April 29, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Great Read Alouds: Let's Go Outside!
Playing outside gives kids unique experiences and learning opportunities encouraging them to think and create while having fun. Check out engaging books about playing outside to read together.
April 23, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Early Childhood Tip: Learning to follow directions
Following directions is important for kids' success in the classroom, at home and in most social situations. Find tips for teaching your child to follow directions.
April 21, 2025 · Emily Bays
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Animals tell their stories
Explore tales told from animals’ perspectives. You’ll find out some new animal facts and you can imagine what life would be like if you were furry, scaly or a lot smaller.
March 21, 2025 · Sherry Hess
Early learning tip: Play is skill building
There is so much more to a child playing than fun. Young children learn essential social, emotional & cognitive skills while they play.
March 21, 2025 · Debbie Updegraff
Great Read Alouds: Life is full of changes
Discover colorful and entertaining books to help kids through the changes they encounter.
February 25, 2025 · Marlana Hodgkinson
Kid Tested Librarian Recommended: Graphic novel mash-ups
Delve into middle grade graphic novels that blend two captivating genres – fantasy meets mystery, magical realism intertwines with historical fiction, and fantasy collides with realistic fiction.
February 11, 2025 · Jacee Gleason
Great Read Alouds: Spread the love
Smile with heartwarming stories that inspire young readers to share love, care for others and build lasting friendships. Perfect for spreading joy and empathy!
January 16, 2025 · Arion Beals
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Characters we love
Uncover chapter books with beloved characters who transition from the shared world of picture books and early readers to the more independent realm.
January 10, 2025 · Luanne Webb
Great Read Alouds: Talking to kids about homelessness & food insecurity
Explore kids books about homelessness, food insecurity and helping people. These books can help you start a conversation with your child about these tough issues.
December 19, 2024 · Emily Bays
Kid Tested, Librarian Approved: Christmas Together
Emily recommends chapter books, with main characters who find out that what you do on Christmas is less important than who you spend it with. Check out these heartwarming adventures.
November 26, 2024 · Debbie Reiff
Great Read Alouds: Everyday Thankfulness
Discover picture books that will help instill an attitude of gratitude in your child.
November 12, 2024 · Sherry Hess
Winning strategies for your picky eater
Caring for a young child often feels like a never-ending food adventure. This journey can become frustrating & confusing if your child refuses to eat or only wants cheese. We've got tips to help.
November 8, 2024 · Rachael Schmidtlein
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Brothers & Sisters
Check out amazing middle grade books about awesome siblings.
October 15, 2024 · Rain Schultz-Pruner
Great Read Alouds: Friendly monsters & ghosts
Unearth monsters, ghosts, pumpkins, witches, ghouls and lots of fun with excellent Halloween booooooooooks!
October 3, 2024 · Sherry Hess
The power of outdoor play: Boosting mental & physical health
Outdoor play is essential for a child's healthy development, especially in the early years. It offers unique experiences and learning opportunities, sparking creativity, critical thinking and endless fun.
October 2, 2024 · Arion Beals
Kid Tested, Librarian Recommended: Dragons
Embark on a magical journey with fantastical dragon books that will keep young readers enthralled.
September 23, 2024 · Ginger Park
Fall Reading Challenge
Read three books in October and win a wicked cool collectible pint glass! This reading challenge is for all ages.
September 19, 2024 · Ginger Park
Kids Library redesign
Construction will start soon to renovate the Kids Library. Learn where to find kids materials and events while work is in progress.
September 6, 2024 · Sherry Hess
Block play builds foundation for STEM
Learn about the value of block play and opportunities to explore blocks with Parents as Teachers during BLOCK Fest.
August 15, 2024 · Sherry Hess
Kids love learning through messy play
Messy play engages a child’s natural sense of curiosity and teaches them skills like problem solving.
July 23, 2024 · Sherry Hess
6 Helpful tips for camping with kids
July 19, 2024 · Debbie Updegraff
Great Read Alouds: You want WHAT for a pet?!
Debbie's spotted a pack of picture books about rather unusual pets. Let your kids dream up what else could make an interesting pet.
June 27, 2024 · Sherry Hess
Start reading early to avoid the summer slide
Summer is the perfect time to encourage kids to read and it keeps a child from losing ground. Let’s build a love for reading in young children by creating a habit that incorporates summertime reading.
June 20, 2024 · Kim Sain
Kansas pollinators help our gardens grow & so much more
Birds, bees, butterflies, moths and other insects such as beetles and wasps are important pollinators that serve critical roles in maintaining quality ecosystems.
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