Explore, read, sing, and play with your little ones - at the library and beyond.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Unlock your child's potential with this reading challenge. For ages 0-5.
Kids Area
Inspire little ones to put thoughts into words, tell stories, share, and problem-solve with this ever-changing interactive play area.
Story Trails
Enjoy the fresh air, a stroll...and a story! This literacy adventure builds reading skills and creates memories. For all ages.
Featured Events
Visit with a Leaf Vacuum (Outside)
Nov 8th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hanby Park
Explore a leaf vacuum from the City of Westerville. Ask questions about leaf removal and learn about the different parts of the…
Visit with a Snow Plow (Outside)
Nov 13th | 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: In…
Crafternoon: Fall Crafts
Nov 14th | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop-in and enjoy autumn-themed crafts for the whole family.
Science Time: Dinosaurs
Nov 18th | 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Explore a different STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math) concept each month through stories, songs & hands-on…
Tummy Time for Infants & Caregivers, part of a series
Nov 23rd | 11:00am - 12:00pm
Engage with your baby in a relaxing way to promote tummy time. Optimize strength, development, and feeding patterns.
Model Trains on Display (10am-5pm)
Nov 30th - Dec 13th | 10:00am - 5:00pm
Choo, choo! Train enthusiasts of all ages will love this display of electric model trains.
Winter Reading Challenge
Dec 1st - Feb 28th | All day
Challenge yourself to a winter of reading for a chance to earn prizes.
Gymboree on the Go! (Ages 0-5), part of a series
Dec 14th | 11:00am - 11:30am
Play, learn, dance, and grow with experienced Gymboree teachers. Discover age-appropriate music, and movement activities.
Storytime @ Family Room Coffee, part of a series
Dec 16th | 10:30am - 11:00am
Enjoy a story, movement rhymes, and action songs, especially designed for ages 2-5.
Crafternoon: Winter Crafts
Dec 22nd | 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Drop-in and enjoy winter-themed crafts for the whole family.
Pinecone Bird Feeder Craft
Jan 8th | 10:00am - 11:00am
Help feed the birds this winter by making a bird feeder out of a pinecone.
Joyful Hedgehog Magic Show | Erica Carlson
Jan 9th | 10:00am - 10:45am
You're sure to enjoy this magically joyful adventure featuring Sedgewick, a real live hedgehog.
Meet a Family Support Specialist from OCALI
Jan 14th | 9:30am - 11:00am
Discuss questions about your child's development with Randi Campbell, a Family Support Specialist from OCALI’s Center for the Young Child.
Arts & Crafts Swap: Accepting Donations
Jan 15th - Feb 27th | All day
Donate your new or gently used arts and crafts supplies for this free community swap.
Crafternoon: Pokémon
Jan 16th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Drop-in and enjoy Pokémon-themed crafts for the whole family.
States of Matter: Science Show
Jan 23rd | 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.
In the Kids Area
Play Area
Inspire little ones to put thoughts into words, tell stories, share, and problem-solve with this ever-changing interactive play area.
Building Table
Enjoy hours of open-ended play with this station full of building blocks.
Mirror Door
Look into a distorting mirror that bends and twists your reflection!
Board Games for Families (In-Library Use Only)
Play a game while you're at the library! A rotating collection of board games is available in the children's area.
Interactive Projector
Wave your hands over it and watch as the image changes. You never know what it might do next, so revisit often for a new adventure.
Light Table
Experience a calming glow and stretch your attention span during play time.
Treehouse in the Kids Area
Make a new friend or enjoy a cozy reading nook in this interactive treehouse. For ages 0-7.
Peg Bright Wall
Explore limitless possibilities and encourage imagination with this giant light wall.
Services & Amenities
Sustainable Play: Make a Bird Costume (Online Class)
Learn how to print and assemble a paper template, cut paper bags & add paint to bring your bird to life.
Latinx KidLit Book Festival (Virtual Festival)
This 6th annual virtual festival aims to uplift voices of Latinx kidlit book creators & connect Latinx creators with readers & educators.
Make a wish list!
Create a list of the things your child wishes to learn during this school year to help them talk about what they are thinking & feeling.
Public Opinion: Beyond the Headlines in Westerville
Become an investigative journalist to uncover the stories behind the most gripping headlines and heated debates in Westerville history.
Sustainable Play: Make a Book About Me (Online Class)
Create a personalized journal packed with guided prompts to help children fill the pages with their own words and drawings.
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.
Magic Wands (Online Class)
This is a simple and imaginative project, and the wands can be made and decorated in any style.
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.
Educate Station
Take the guesswork out of teaching kids at home with worksheets and learning plans. For grades PreK-5.
Little Artists: A Course for Parent and Child (Online Class)
Make an art box that your kids can have regular access to and learn how to be flexible and receptive to your child's unique process.
Sew Animal Placemats (Online Class)
Make meal times more fun for your little ones with these animal-themed placemats.
Sustainable Play: Make a Dollhouse Cafe (Online Class)
Suzy Ultman shows you how to transform an ordinary cardboard box into an extraordinarily cute dollhouse cafe.
Read & listen to a picture book...with sign language!
Watch free videos of ASL retellings of books for kids. Reading and signing stories together promotes essential literacy skills for all kids.
Puzzle & Game Swap (Take Home)
Take a puzzle or a board game. Leave one. No need to return what you borrow. (Located on the 2nd floor. No missing pieces, please.)
Beginning Readers: Getting Started
Beginning Readers: Guided Reading Levels A - D (0 - 150 L)
Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
Toddler Favorite Books
Try adding some of these titles to your toddler's rotation of favorites. You might find something new!
Beginning Readers: Getting Started
Beginning Readers: Guided Reading Levels A - D (0 - 150 L)
Kindergarten Favorite Books
Some of our favorite picture books and non-fiction books for kindergarteners.
Toddler Favorite Books
Try adding some of these titles to your toddler's rotation of favorites. You might find something new!
More Recommendations
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month (Kids & Families)
Celebrate Native American Heritage Month with stories celebrating members of indigenous communities.
Disney Halloween (Digital Collection)
From Descendants & Zombies to The Nightmare Before Christmas & Hocus Pocus, find all your favorite Disney Halloween soundtracks on Hoopla!
How It's Math
Kids, find out how to overcome your fear of math, understand math concepts, and apply math to everyday life!
World Culture Night at School (Ages 4-10)
Read these books and you will find just how similar (and different!) your school day is compared to other kids from around the world!
Non-Disney Family Movies
Looking for something different? Here are some movies good for family night that were not created by the Disney Corporation!
Books Featuring Spidey & His Amazing Friends
Enjoy these books for kids featuring Spidey, Ghost-Spider, Miles Morales, and Spidey's comical but loyal Spider-bot, Trace.
Celebrating Hispanic Latino Heritage Month
Celebrate Hispanic Latino Heritage Month (9/15-10/15) with these engaging reads for kids. For ages 2-14.
Back to School: Routines for Learning & Easing Anxiety
We’ve gathered our favorite back-to-school tips for parents with an engaging reading list featuring bedtime stories & skill-building books.
Princess Power
Focusing on an evergreen kid-favorite topic -- princesses -- this list includes a variety of storylines and illustration styles.
Caring Communities
These picture books feature kids being good neighbors, such as being welcoming, generous, cooperative, and kind.
Celebrate Disability Pride (For Kids and Families)
Celebrate Disability Pride with these fiction and nonfiction reads about people with disabilities.
Schneider Family Book Award
Honors an author/illustrator for work that embodies an artistic expression of the disability experience for child & adolescent audiences.
Kidz Bop (Stream or Download)
Certified bops, kid-approved. Spontaneous dance parties await with Kidz Bop on Hoopla!
Family Movie Night (Streaming Movies)
Gather everyone together for family movie nights filled with laughter, heart, and unforgettable stories with this collection.
Things That Go for Kids (Digital Collection)
Buckle up! Find stories of trains, trucks, and things that go zoom on Hoopla.
Library Love
Inspired by book, grandparents build skyscraper in backyard.
Maria and David's 3-year-old grandson came up with the idea to build a skyscraper after reading Up! Up! Up! Skyscraper together.
Rose B
Rose is a history buff who loves helping kids learn.
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.
Rose B
Rose is a history buff who loves helping kids learn.
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.
