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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.
Kids Area
Inspire little ones to put thoughts into words, tell stories, share, and problem-solve with this ever-changing interactive play area.
Where Can I Find the Library's Event Guide?
Event guides are available to pick up at the library. Or click to view a digital version.
Rubber Duck Party
Aug 15th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Quack! Celebrate all things rubber duck with live ducks, crafts, games, and more.
Minecraft Party (Ages 6-11)
Aug 8th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Grab your pickaxe for an afternoon of Minecraft fun. Make a pixel art portrait, design your own Minecraft sword & take down those creepers.
Visit with a Live Rabbit!
Aug 4th - Aug 14th | All day
Visit with the library's temporary visitor - a small rabbit! Stop by the kids area to catch a glimpse of them eating, napping & exploring.
Animal Visit | Horse N Round Fun (Outside)
Aug 1st | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hanby Park
See, touch and learn about a variety of farm animals for a live barnyard experience hosted by Horse N Round Fun.
Visit with a Fire Truck (Outside)
Jul 31st | 10:00am - 11:00am
Hanby Park
Explore a fire truck provided by Westerville Division of Fire. Ask questions about fire safety & learn about different parts of the truck.
Mermaid Crafts (Ages 4-11)
Jul 30th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Make a splash with a variety of mermaid-themed crafts and activities! All supplies provided, while supplies last.
Service Project with Seeds of Caring
Jul 25th | 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Help assemble back-to-school kits for Westerville kids in partnership with Neighborhood Bridges.
Lou the Baby Dinosaur: Puppet Show
Jul 25th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Go on an adventure with Lou, a baby dinosaur who never seems to grow old, and his friend Buddy. Presented by River City Puppets.
Incredible Insects (Ages 5-11)
Jul 23rd | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about some impressive insects from Inniswood Metro Gardens educators. Ask questions about your favorite Ohio insects and more!
Reptile Show | Herps Alive Reptile Rescue
Jul 21st | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meet turtles, tortoises, bearded dragons, ball pythons, boa constrictors & more. Then get up close with a reptile, and maybe even touch one.
Annie Sullivan | Women in History
Jul 19th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Enjoy a performance about Annie Sullivan - Helen Keller's teacher - by Anne McEvoy from Women in History.
Bug Box | OSU Entomology
Jul 7th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn all about creepy-crawly critters through activities, crafts, and live bugs from O.S.U's Insectary. Some live bugs can be touched.
Visit with a Police Utility Terrain Vehicle (Outside)
Jul 6th | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hanby Park
Explore a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) from the police department at Genoa Township. Learn about the vehicle & about offroad police rescue.
Family Crafts: Celebrate You!
Jun 30th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Create tissue-paper suncatchers and friendship bracelets to celebrate Pride Month. All supplies provided. While supplies last.
Pete the Cat Storytime
Jun 29th | 9:30am - 10:30am
Groove along with the world's coolest cat while singing along to Pete the Cat stories. Stay until the end for crafts.
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 Jewish American Heritage Month (for Teens)
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with these reads for teens!
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (for Teens)
Immerse yourself in this collection of books for teens in celebration of AANHPI heritage.
Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month (for Kids)
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with this collection of titles for kids.
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage (Kids)
Enjoy these titles for kids to celebrate AANHPI heritage this May (and all year long!)
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month (for Teens)
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with these reads for teens!
Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month (for Teens)
Immerse yourself in this collection of books for teens in celebration of AANHPI heritage.
Celebrating Jewish American Heritage Month (for Kids)
Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month with this collection of titles for kids.
Celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage (Kids)
Enjoy these titles for kids to celebrate AANHPI heritage this May (and all year long!)
Spring for Kids (Digital Collection)
Sunshine, stories, and springtime fun! Kids can find it all on Hoopla.
Science of Reading
Parents and teachers, find books that help kids learn to read through science-backed practices.
Stories for Every Voice (Bingepass)
This collection amplifies underrepresented voices and explores themes of identity, culture, resilience, and belonging. Ages 4-11.
Travel with Kids | Spring Break (Digital Collection)
Pack the snacks, adventure awaits! Find titles that make traveling with kids or just chilling at home extra fun on Hoopla.
Spring for Kids (Digital Collection)
Sunshine, stories, and springtime fun! Kids can find it all on Hoopla.
Science of Reading
Parents and teachers, find books that help kids learn to read through science-backed practices.
Stories for Every Voice (Bingepass)
This collection amplifies underrepresented voices and explores themes of identity, culture, resilience, and belonging. Ages 4-11.
Travel with Kids | Spring Break (Digital Collection)
Pack the snacks, adventure awaits! Find titles that make traveling with kids or just chilling at home extra fun 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.
Newspapers.com
Dig into 4,000+ historical newspapers from the 1690 to today. Includes national, regional, state & local newspapers from around the world.
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.
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.
