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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The Kids Library is a 14,050-square-foot interactive wonderland for kids & teens to learn, play and grow. Read more about this exciting space.Latest Articles
December 16, 2025 ·
Great Read Alouds: Welcoming a New Year
Check out wonderful picture books about time and seasons to read with your young ones. The end and beginning of a year is an opportunity to teach kids about time and how we measure it.
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Events
Events
Dec 19 | 09:00AM - 9:00PM
Up from the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Alice C. Sabatini Gallery
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Dec 19 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Jardine Middle School Orchestra
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Rotunda - SE Corner
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Dec 20 | 09:00AM - 6:00PM
Up From the Roots: Growing Our Connections with Nature
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Alice C. Sabatini Gallery
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Dec 20 | 09:30AM - 10:30AM
Saturday Scribblers
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Marvin Auditorium 101A
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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.”
