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!
Tutor.com for Kids
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Balloon Twisting with Erica Carlson (Ages 8+)
Mar 16th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Make your own balloon animals during this hands-on workshop led by expert balloon twister Erica Carlson. And keep what you make!
How to Fold an Origami Heart (Online Class)
Even if you've never folded paper like this before, your origami self-confidence will go up the charts with this very easy piece.
Win tickets to Kings Island or COSI!
Register for the Summer Reading Challenge by midnight on May 26 for a chance to win tickets to Kings Island or COSI!
Periodic Table of Black History
Feb 1st - Feb 28th | All day
Learn about America by exploring the Periodic Table of Black History! Complete activities & pick up a take-home packet to extend learning.
Indoor Carnival Games
May 30th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Play simple, indoor carnival games to earn tickets for prizes.
Lilo & Stitch Party
May 29th | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Celebrate Experiment 626 and the Lilo & Stitch movie release with crafts and games for the whole family.
Visit with Farm Animals
May 23rd | 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Front Lawn
Stop by during Uptown Westerville's 4th Friday celebrations to see, touch and learn about a variety of farm animals.
Summer Reading: Kickoff Activities (Ages 2-11)
May 23rd, All day
Swing by the library for family-friendly activities. And you might just spot one of your favorite characters...
Stories & Songs from the Jewish Heritage with Joanie Calem
May 16th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Enjoy an interactive performance of Jewish stories, songs, and movement. Performed by Joanie Calem.
Visit with a Recycling Truck (Ages 2-7)
Apr 26th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hanby Park
Explore a recycling truck from Rumpke Waste Management.
Pete the Cat Storytime
Apr 12th | 10:00am - 10:45am
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.
Arab-American Heritage Month: Author Visit with Aya Khalil
Apr 6th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Enjoy a reading by Ohio children's author Aya Khalil. Book signing, book sale, and audience Q&A to follow.
Family Storytime with Twinkle the Service Dog
Apr 5th | 10:00am - 10:45am
Learn about service animals through stories, rhymes, and songs. Then meet-and-greet with working dog Twinkle and her handler Noelle.
Baby Buckeyes: Author Visit with John Biemer
Mar 30th | 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Enjoy a reading by local author John Bieme and from his book Baby Buckeyes. Book signing and Q&A to follow.
Elephant & Piggie Storytime
Mar 28th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Celebrate Mo Willem's Elephant and Piggie books with stories, songs, and rhymes featuring your favorite characters.
Dinosaur Storytime & Dance Party (Ages 2-7)
Mar 15th | 10:00am - 10:45am
Chomp, stomp, and ROAR along to dinosaur stories and tunes. Costumes are encouraged.
FAQs
Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
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!
Horses: Books for Kids
Get ready for the Westerville Library Foundation's Day at the Derby fundraiser with these horse books for children!
Celebrate Black History: Books for Teens
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Celebrate Black History: Books for Kids
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Inspiring Future Voters: A Booklist for Young Readers
These books help young people understand the importance of voting, civic engagement, and making their voices heard.
Horses: Books for Kids
Get ready for the Westerville Library Foundation's Day at the Derby fundraiser with these horse books for children!
Celebrate Black History: Books for Teens
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Celebrate Black History: Books for Kids
Celebrate Black History Month with a mix of books about Black History and stories with Black protagonists.
Inspiring Future Voters: A Booklist for Young Readers
These books help young people understand the importance of voting, civic engagement, and making their voices heard.
Native American Stories & Experiences (ebooks)
Discover stories about the lives and experiences of Indigenous Peoples of North America with Hoopla Digital.
Sensory Kits
Lessen sensory overload while at the library with this kit. Designed for all ages, though some items may fit better on kids.
Halloween for Kids (eBooks)
Explore the fun side of spooky season with this collection of ebooks for your little ones. For ages 1-12.
Back to School Reads
Get ready for the new year with these reads in a school setting.
Native American Stories & Experiences (ebooks)
Discover stories about the lives and experiences of Indigenous Peoples of North America with Hoopla Digital.
Sensory Kits
Lessen sensory overload while at the library with this kit. Designed for all ages, though some items may fit better on kids.
Halloween for Kids (eBooks)
Explore the fun side of spooky season with this collection of ebooks for your little ones. For ages 1-12.
Back to School Reads
Get ready for the new year with these reads in a school setting.
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.
