We can help you find your kid's next favorite read, entertain the little ones with songs and stories, or provide some much-needed homework help.
Homework Help Center
Get started on an assignment, paper or project with help from dedicated staff and volunteers. For all elementary and middle school students.
Subscription Bundle for Kids
Find your next great read with the help of our experts!
Kids Area
Inspire little ones to put thoughts into words, tell stories, share, and problem-solve with this ever-changing interactive play area.
Pumpkin Parade (Ages 0-7)
Oct 25th | 10:00am - 10:45am
Come dressed in your favorite fantastical costume for a silly and spooky storytime. Afterwards, join a procession through the library and…
Descendants Villainous Bash
Oct 6th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Celebrate the Descendants films with tunes and activities. Party with your favorite fairy-tale villains through trivia, BINGO, and crafts.
Bats & Their Predators | Ohio Nature Education (Ages 4+)
Oct 22nd | 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Test your Bat IQ while learning about one of nature's most misunderstood animals. Live bats and a predator included. Presented by Ohio…
BINGO: Wizards & Wands Edition
Oct 9th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Play a few rounds of fantasy-themed BINGO. Prizes and fun for the whole family!
Life-Sized Candyland: Magical Forest Edition
Oct 11th | 10:00am - 2:00pm
Follow the rainbow path through a magical forest of sweet and fantastical surprises. Discover unicorns and dragons while earning sweet…
How to Train Your Dragon: Training Camp
Oct 12th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Become a dragon-riding Viking and celebrate the How to Train your Dragon film franchise. Make a Viking helmet and shield, complete a…
Halloween Scream-along | Eric Nassau
Oct 18th | 10:00am - 10:45am
Dance the afternoon away with favorite Halloween tunes performed by local musician Eric Nassau, accompanied by a guitar, ukulele,…
Storybook Tales | Bright Star Theatre (Ages 2+)
Oct 4th | 10:00am - 10:45am
Delight in a live performance of Pinocchio and Hansel & Gretel starring comedy performers from Bright Star Theatre.
Haunted Westerville (Free Activity for Pickup)
Oct 1st - Oct 31st | 9:00am - 6:00pm
Investigate the haunted history of six Uptown Westerville sites with a self-guided tour. Use clues along the way to solve the puzzle.…
Donate to the Hobbit Pantry
Oct 1st - Oct 31st | All day
Whether you're preparing for second breakfast, elevenses, or afternoon tea, there's always room in the hobbit pantry for more food. Help…
Back to the Future: Scavenger Hunt in the Museum
Oct 1st - Oct 31st | 9:00am - 6:00pm
Great Scott! From the flux capacitor to a hoverboard, spot the Back to the Future "easter eggs" hidden within the museum's current…
Williams Grill: 1887-1975
Examine nearly a century of innovation and social change through the lens of this beloved Westerville restaurant.
Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest: Winners Announced
Congratulations to the winners of the 19th annual Celebrate the Arts Writing Contest!
Summer Reading Challenge
Challenge yourself to a summer of reading for a chance to earn prizes, May 23-July 31.
Summer Reading Challenge
May 23rd - Jul 31st | All day
Challenge yourself to a summer of reading for a chance to earn prizes, May 23-July 31.
Williams Grill: Ice Cream Social
Jun 27th | 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Enjoy family-friendly activities, view the new museum exhibit & eat ice cream as we look back on this historic restaurant scene.
FAQs
Middle School Favorite Books
These books are great for middle schoolers who are between juvenile middle grade books and young adults books.
Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
Middle School Favorite Books
These books are great for middle schoolers who are between juvenile middle grade books and young adults books.
Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
As Mentioned at My School...
Book Talks
Find your next read with these recent classroom recommendations from your favorite librarians!
Award Winners
Award Winners
Browse award winners for every age.
Based on Lexile Measures...
Lexile Recommendations by Grade
Find your next read with these recommendations based on the Lexile scale from your favorite librarians!
Celebrate AAPI Heritage With These Books for Teens!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Beginner First Chapter Books: For Ages 6-9
Here are some of our recommendations for those ready to move on from leveled readers and start chapter books.
Celebrate AAPI Heritage With These Books for Teens!
Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Beginner First Chapter Books: For Ages 6-9
Here are some of our recommendations for those ready to move on from leveled readers and start chapter books.
eBooks for Kids (with Libby!)
Download or stream ebooks and audiobooks for kids - anywhere, anytime, and for free!
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished informational book for children published in English.
Stonewall Book Awards
A group of awards presented for books of "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience."
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished contribution to beginning reader books.
eBooks for Kids (with Libby!)
Download or stream ebooks and audiobooks for kids - anywhere, anytime, and for free!
Robert F. Sibert Informational Book Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished informational book for children published in English.
Stonewall Book Awards
A group of awards presented for books of "exceptional merit relating to the gay/lesbian/bisexual/transgender experience."
Theodor Seuss Geisel Award
Awarded annually in the U.S. to the author and illustrator of the most distinguished contribution to beginning reader books.
Explora
Find reliable information to finish your homework and research projects.
Educate Station
Take the guesswork out of teaching kids at home with worksheets and learning plans. For grades PreK-5.
Tutor.com for Kids
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Newspapers.com
Dig into 4,000+ historical newspapers from the 1690 to today. Includes national, regional, state & local newspapers from around the world.
Explora
Find reliable information to finish your homework and research projects.
Educate Station
Take the guesswork out of teaching kids at home with worksheets and learning plans. For grades PreK-5.
Tutor.com for Kids
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Newspapers.com
Dig into 4,000+ historical newspapers from the 1690 to today. Includes national, regional, state & local newspapers from around the world.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
