Educator Resources
Special collection of materials just for teachers.
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Student Resources
We have great resources for kids in elementary, middle, and high school.
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Parent Resources
The library has resources to help parents raise their kids.
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Parents & Teachers
Parent & Teacher
Your library is your best resource for raising a reader.
Parenthood can be filled with uncertainties. How do you know you’re raising a happy, healthy and fulfilled human being? The answer isn’t always so clear. One thing is certain: Encouraging your child to read is always the right thing to do at all stages of their development. The library has the tools to help you raise a reader.
The library can help make your teaching life easier.
The library has special collections, resources, services, tools and kits made especially for busy teachers. We’re your partner in helping to get kids excited about reading and learning.
Teachables
A Scholastic online resource with over 30,000 ready-to-use printable learning resources in every subject for learners PreK through grade 6.
ABC Mouse (ages 2-8) ABC Mouse is a kid-friendly, research-validated digital program. The curriculum is standards-based. It has 10 academic levels based on skill or progress (not age).
LOTE4Kids LOTE4Kids was developed for libraries and schools to grow their World Language picture book collections, to help engage culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) families and support kids learning a language.
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parents and teachers
May 22, 2026 ·
Great Read Alouds: Let's play outside!
Check out awesome picture books that celebrate the joys of being outside.
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Upcoming Events
Events
May 22 | 10:30AM - 11:30AM
Zoomers Geri-Fit
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Learning Center
May
22
May 22 | 01:30PM - 4:00PM
4th Friday Film: Classic Movies
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101A
May
23
May 23 | 03:00PM - 4:00PM
Self-Care Saturday
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Claire's Sunroom
May
24
May 24 | 12:00PM - 1:30PM
Computer and Gadget Help
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Digital Arts Studio (2nd Floor)
