Parent and Teacher Resources
The library has special collections, resources, services, tools and kits made especially for busy parents and teachers.
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Every child should have books in their home. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library makes that easy and free.
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
September 22, 2026 ·
Fall Reading Challenge
Read three books in October and win a wicked cool collectible pint glass in magenta! This reading challenge is for all ages.
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Events
Events
Sep 24 | 10:00AM - 10:30AM
Preschool Storytime
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Story Zone 121C west
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Sep 24 | 04:00PM - 5:00PM
Silly Stories Squad
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Learning Center
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Sep 24 | 05:30PM - 7:30PM
Online to IRL: Teens Get Creative
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, The Edge
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Sep 24 | 05:30PM - 6:00PM
Community Storytime
Fairlawn Mall, Book Nook
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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.”
