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Subscription Bundle for Kids
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Tutor.com for Kids
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Creating Graphic Novels: Author Visit with Grace Ellis
Jun 10th | 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Learn about creating graphic novels for kids and teens from bestselling author of the Lumberjanes and Moonstruck series.
ASL Stories Directory (DeafChildren.org)
ASL Stories Directory offers hundreds of free videos of your favorite books. Reading & signing helps promote essential literacy skills.
Coloring Pages
Print out a coloring page. These pages commemorate special holidays, heroes & awareness months! They can be a quiet entry into creativity.
Historical Underground Railroad Trail (Ohio.org)
Includes a list of sites in Ohio that were part of the Underground Railroad, including Hanby House in Westerville. Printable map included.
Summer Reading: Kickoff Activities (Ages 2-11)
May 24th, All day
Swing by the library for family-friendly activities. Register for the challenge by May 26 for a chance to win tickets to Kings Island!
Indoor Carnival Games
May 31st | 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Play simple, indoor carnival games to earn tickets for prizes. While you're here, get a temporary tattoo and dance the afternoon away in a…
Visit with Farm Animals
May 24th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
See, touch and learn about a variety of farm animals for a live barnyard experience. Animal visitors will include sheep, goats, ducks,…
Visit with Columbus Astronomy
Mar 23rd | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Learn about space and the stars with the Columbus Astronomical Society. Get hands-on time with telescopes while learning about the…
Visit with a Recycling Truck (Ages 2-8)
Apr 27th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hanby Park
Explore a recycling truck from Rumpke Waste Management. Ask questions about trash pickup and recycling services and learn about the…
Pete the Cat Storytime (Ages 2-8)
Apr 13th | 10:00am - 10:30am
Groove along with the world's coolest cat while singing along to Pete the Cat stories. Stay until the end for a visit from Pete the Cat in…
Solar Eclipse 2024
Discover events and activities celebrating the 2024 Solar Eclipse in Westerville, Ohio. Includes FAQs.
Dinosaur Dance Party (Ages 2-8)
Mar 29th | 10:00am - 10:30am
Chomp, stomp, and ROAR along to dinosaur stories and tunes. Costumes encouraged.
Make a Frog Fly Catcher (Ages 4+)
Mar 26th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Make your own frog fly catcher, reminiscent of the old wooden cup and ball toss toy. All materials provided.
Learn Spanish: Storytime with Otterbein University
3rd Tuesdays, 4:30pm
Westerville Public Library
Learn some basic Spanish words and phrases in this English and Spanish storytime, Listen to a story and complete a craft to take home.
WeRISE, WeREAD 2024: New Kid by Jerry Craft
Jan 09, 2024
Read the graphic novel New Kid by Jerry Craft, then dive into rich conversations about racial identity, code-switching, marginalizing…
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Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
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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.
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Lexile Recommendations by Grade
Find your next read with these recommendations based on the Lexile scale from your favorite librarians!
Women's History - Little People Big Dreams Series
This list focuses on the stories of many influential women from the best-selling book series for kids, Little People Big Dreams.
Try Something New: Paranormal
Whether you want ghosts and ghouls galore or #gimmeallthevampires, try these paranormal books for teens.
Women's History Month for Kids (eBooks & audiobooks)
Celebrate the history of influential women this month, and all year long, with this collection of ebooks and audiobooks from Hoopla.
Growing Up: Social-Emotional Learning for Kids (BingePass)
Growing up can be tough, but it can be easier with the right support. Read ebooks on topics like relationships, feelings & healthy choices.
Cuentos para niños en español (BingePass)
Estos libros, escritos principalmente para niños de kindergarten a tercer grado, son un buen comienzo para los jóvenes lectores...
Sydney Taylor Book Award
Presented since 1968 to outstanding books for children and teens that authentically portray the Jewish experience.
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.
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.
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Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
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When she’s not recommending a great fantasy read or planning an author event, she’s likely floating in a kayak or trying a new recipe...
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When Grace isn't helping students tackle their homework assignments, she's likely devouring a delicious pastry or spending time outdoors.