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
March 12, 2026 ·
Kid Tested Librarian Recommended: Positive feedback loop
When kids read more it empowers stronger reading skills, which enables them to read longer books leading to even more confidence! It’s a positive feedback loop that makes young readers, their caregivers and librarians smile.
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Upcoming Events
Events
Mar 16 | 09:00AM - 9:00PM
LEGO Scavenger Hunt
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library
Mar
16
Mar 16 | 09:30AM - 10:00AM
Building Readers: Baby Bookworms
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Story Zone 121C west
Mar
16
Mar 16 | 10:00AM - 8:00PM
LEGO Escape Rooms
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Learning Center
Mar
16
Mar 16 | 10:30AM - 11:00AM
Building Readers: Baby Bookworms
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library, Story Zone 121C west





