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).
parents and teachers
January 23, 2026 ·
Great Read Alouds: Cozy winter reads
Check out our recommendations of picture books that can kick-start the love of reading.
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Upcoming Events
Events
Jan 26 | 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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26
Jan 26 | 09:00AM - 9:00PM
Kansas Day Scavenger Hunt
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Jan
26
Jan 26 | 09:30AM - 10:00AM
Building Readers: Baby Bookworms
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Story Zone 121C west
Jan
26
Jan 26 | 10:00AM - 10:30AM
Community Storytime
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
