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
November 4, 2026 ·
Great Read Alouds: Rooted in Nature
The change of seasons is a good reminder to enjoy nature and the world around us. We're highlighting some of our favorite picture books about life outside.
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Upcoming Events
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Nov 12 | 09:30AM - 10:00AM
Geri-Fit at the Mall
West Ridge Mall - Mall Lower Level - Near NW Entrance
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Nov 12 | 10:00AM - 10:30AM
Preschool Storytime
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Story Zone 121C west
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12
Nov 12 | 10:15AM - 10:45AM
Geri-Fit at the Mall
West Ridge Mall - Mall Lower Level - Near NW Entrance
Nov
12
Nov 12 | 11:00AM - 11:30AM
Geri-Fit at the Mall
West Ridge Mall - Mall Lower Level - Near NW Entrance





