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.
Kids Area
Inspire little ones to put thoughts into words, tell stories, share, and problem-solve with this ever-changing interactive play area.
Subscription Bundle for Kids
Find your next great read with the help of our experts!
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.
Leaping Lizards: Reptile Show
Feb 22nd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about snakes, millipedes, frogs, spiders, lizards, and more. Then get up close with a reptile and a bug...and maybe even touch one!…
Period Party (Ages 8-18)
Jan 20th | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Learn about menstrual health including tips, myths, facts, and how to advocate for your health with professionals from Nationwide…
Kitten Meet & Greet
Jan 17th | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Meet adoptable cats and kittens (!) from Fairytales and Tiny Tales. Stop by to adopt a new furry friend or just to play with the…
States of Matter: Science Show
Jan 10th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn how atoms come together to form different states of matter in this highly interactive science show with Whiz Bang Science. About the…
KPop Demon Hunters Party (Ages 12-18)
Dec 18th | 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Celebrate your favorite demon-hunting pop band, Huntr/x (and their rivals The Saja Boys). Meet other fans through crafts, activities, and,…
Family Craft with Ohio Craft Museum (Ages 4+)
Dec 12th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Work together to create a memorable craft to keep. Presented by representatives from the Ohio Craft Museum. All supplies…
Visit with a Snow Plow (Outside)
Dec 5th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Hanby Park
Explore a snow plow from Genoa Township. Ask questions about snow removal and learn about the different parts of the truck. Note:…
Let's Have a Story with Lyn Ford
Feb 21st | 10:00am - 10:30am
Become immersed in the trickster critters stories of Affrilachian oral tradition shared with humor, history, and audience participation.
Balloon Mystery Magic Show | Erica Carlson
Jan 3rd | 10:00am & 11:00am
Solve the mystery of Erica's missing balloons with her pet hedgehog as the prime suspect in this family-friendly, interactive magic show!
Drama Kids (Ages 6-11)
2nd Wednesdays | 4:30pm
Perform drama activities, games, and scenes with experts from Drama Kids
Sensory Storytime & Playtime (Ages 2-7)
2nd Tuesdays | 6:30pm
Enjoy a shortened version of storytime especially designed for children with sensory processing challenges. Stay after for play!
STEAM Experiments (Ages 6-11)
Thursdays | 4:30pm
Use science, technology, engineering, art, and/or math to test out different experiments about weather, physics & the human body.
Celebrate the Arts: Writing Contest (Accepting Submissions)
Jan 1st - Mar 1st | All day
Writers, channel your imagination and share your talents with this 20th annual contest for all ages. Enter your original work in any genre…
Let's Have a Story with Lyn Ford
Feb 21st | 10:00am - 10:30am
Become immersed in the "trickster critters" stories of Affrilachian oral tradition shared with humor, history, and audience participation!
Urban Strings Columbus: Youth Orchestra
Feb 7th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Listen to music from popular African American composers and arrangers, performed by Youth String Ensembles!
Glow-in-the-Dark Family Yoga (Ages 4-11)
Feb 1st | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Stretch, meditate, and find a hobby for your mind and body with glow sticks! Presented by Balanced Child. Ages 4-7 must have supervision!
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!
Westerville North High School October Booktalk
Books discussed with Tinnes' class in October 2025
Central High School Graphic Novel Unit
These are the books discussed at Westerville Central High School for a graphic novel unit in September.
Westerville North High School October Booktalk
Books discussed with Tinnes' class in October 2025
Central High School Graphic Novel Unit
These are the books discussed at Westerville Central High School for a graphic novel unit in September.
Halloween on Hoopla: Tricks & Treats (eBooks & Audiobooks)
Get into the spooky spirit with these Halloween themed collections for kids.
Fanbase Press (BingePass)
Known for its award-winning and nominated comics, Fanbase Press delivers access to single issues across 10 series from the Fanbase catalog!
Back to School: Middle School (Digital Collection)
Find the perfect content for your student & get ready for Back to School season with these popular, fun & educational titles on Hoopla!
Back to School: Kindergarten (Digital Collection)
Find the perfect content for your student & get ready for Back to School season with these popular, fun & educational titles on Hoopla!
Halloween on Hoopla: Tricks & Treats (eBooks & Audiobooks)
Get into the spooky spirit with these Halloween themed collections for kids.
Fanbase Press (BingePass)
Known for its award-winning and nominated comics, Fanbase Press delivers access to single issues across 10 series from the Fanbase catalog!
Back to School: Middle School (Digital Collection)
Find the perfect content for your student & get ready for Back to School season with these popular, fun & educational titles on Hoopla!
Back to School: Kindergarten (Digital Collection)
Find the perfect content for your student & get ready for Back to School season with these popular, fun & educational titles on Hoopla!
The Mailbox Plus
Teachers, get 54,000+ ideas and worksheets that teach essential skills and take the stress out of lesson planning. For grades PreK-6.
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.
The Mailbox Plus
Teachers, get 54,000+ ideas and worksheets that teach essential skills and take the stress out of lesson planning. For grades PreK-6.
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.
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.
