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Children's New Books
  • Fiction Books
    • Leila and the Blue Fox
    • Orris and Timble: The Beginning
    • Nell of Gumbling: My Extremely Tiny Forest Adventure
    • D&D Dungeon Academy: Last Best Hope
  • Non-Fiction
    • My Lost Freedom
    • The Girl Who Figured It Out
    • Beyond the Game Athletes Change the World: Maya Moore
    • Loch Ness Uncovered
  • Picture Books
    • A Love Letter to My Library
    • Pig In Jeans
    • Trucky Roads
    • Poppy's Family Patterns
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Y&P Events
Cancelled
Sat, Feb 22, 12:00pm - 1:30pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch
Family: Grades 4-12

Sat, Feb 22, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Drop in anytime between 2:00PM-4:00PM to... more
Drop in anytime between 2:00PM-4:00PM to make a fun perler bead creation! Be creative or follow a pattern, you can perler however you want!

Mon, Feb 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
We will have different sensory stations... more
We will have different sensory stations for your baby to play with.

Mon, Feb 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Sample snacks from a different country... more
Sample snacks from a different country each month with Universal Yums! We'll have fun with trivia and treats!
This event is full

Tue, Feb 25, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4-6

Wed, Feb 26, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Community Room
Lion Dance practice for school.

Thu, Feb 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station J Program Room
Let's have some homemade playdough fun!

Thu, Feb 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Calling all Pokémon Trainers! Celebrate... more
Calling all Pokémon Trainers! Celebrate the 29th anniversary of the Pokémon franchise with a fun night of games and crafts!

Fri, Feb 28, All day
Huntington Public Library Main Building
Grades 4-12
Registration opens Friday, February 28 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Feb 28, All day
Huntington Public Library Station Branch
Have you always wanted to run a storytime... more
Have you always wanted to run a storytime at home?
This event is full

Fri, Feb 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Feb 28, 10:45am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Feb 28, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 01, 10:00am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Classroom
Register for some open Minecraft play. ... more
Register for some open Minecraft play. If you do not have a Minecraft account, one will be provided.
This event is full

Sat, Mar 01, 10:30am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4 & up

Wed, Mar 05, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Meeting Room
Lion Dance Rehearsal for School

Thu, Mar 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station J Program Room
Join Miss Gena for fun stories, songs,... more
Join Miss Gena for fun stories, songs, and a cool craft!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Mar 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 07, 10:45am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 07, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 07, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Join us for a lively discussion of Rex... more
Join us for a lively discussion of Rex Ogle and Dave Valeza's graphic novel Four Eyes while enjoying tasty snacks!

Sat, Mar 08, 10:00am - 10:45am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Join Long Island Music Therapy for a... more
Join Long Island Music Therapy for a music class that will allow children to explore their musical selves through song, instrument play, and movement.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Mar 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4 & up

Mon, Mar 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
We will have some different obstacles... more
We will have some different obstacles that will include jumping, crawling, and why not some push ups!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Mon, Mar 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Meeting Room
Register for some open Minecraft play. ... more
Register for some open Minecraft play. If you do not have a Minecraft account, one will be provided.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Mar 11, 10:00am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Ages 12-35 months with parent/caregiver
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Mar 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Enjoy listening to fun St. Patrick's Day... more
Enjoy listening to fun St. Patrick's Day stories, then make a lucky St. Patrick's Day craft.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Mar 12, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Meeting Room
Lion Dance Rehearsal for School

Wed, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room,Main Meeting Room
Bring your family for a night of... more
Bring your family for a night of space-themed Bingo by black light! Prizes included, of course!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Mar 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station J Program Room
Join Miss Gena for fun stories, songs,... more
Join Miss Gena for fun stories, songs, and a cool craft!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Mar 13, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Practice your reading skills with... more
Practice your reading skills with certified therapy dogs! Research shows that reading aloud before a non-judgmental audience improves skills and confidence.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Mar 13, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Practice your reading skills with... more
Practice your reading skills with certified therapy dogs! Research shows that reading aloud before a non-judgmental audience improves skills and confidence.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Mar 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 14, 10:45am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 14, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 14, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Learn about Ada Lovelace, an English... more
Learn about Ada Lovelace, an English mathematician considered the first computer programmer, then tinker with fun coding projects.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Mar 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4 & up

Mon, Mar 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Let's get your bodies moving and groovin!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Mar 18, 10:00am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Ages 12-35 months with parent/caregiver
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Hop into a fun story and make a bunny craft.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Mar 19, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Meeting Room
Lion Dance Rehearsal for School

Wed, Mar 19, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Community Room
Listen to Strega Nona's tale and make... more
Listen to Strega Nona's tale and make your very own magic pasta pot.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Mar 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station J Program Room
Join Miss Gena for fun stories, songs,... more
Join Miss Gena for fun stories, songs, and a cool craft!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Mar 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 21, 10:45am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 21, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
This event is full

Fri, Mar 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Play games, have a snack, create a craft,... more
Play games, have a snack, create a craft, hang out with friends or make new ones!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Mar 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4 & up

Mon, Mar 24, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Let's get your bodies moving and groovin!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Mon, Mar 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Sample snacks from a different country... more
Sample snacks from a different country each month with Universal Yums! We'll have fun with trivia and treats!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Mar 25, 10:00am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Ages 12-35 months with parent/caregiver
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Mar 25, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4-6
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Mar 26, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Meeting Room
Lion Dance Rehearsal for School

Thu, Mar 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station J Program Room
Join Miss Gena for fun stories, songs,... more
Join Miss Gena for fun stories, songs, and a cool craft!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Mar 28, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Learn how to design your own unique... more
Learn how to design your own unique pinback button designs in Canva Pro, then use our Button Maker to transform them into pinback buttons.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Mar 28, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Learn how to design your own unique... more
Learn how to design your own unique pinback button designs in Canva Pro, then use our Button Maker to transform them into pinback buttons.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Mar 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4 & up

Sat, Mar 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Meeting Room
Join us for our first Family/Teen Jigsaw... more
Join us for our first Family/Teen Jigsaw Puzzle Competition.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Mon, Mar 31, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building
Grades 4-12
Registration opens Monday, March 31 2025 at 10:00am

Mon, Mar 31, 2:30pm - 3:15pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Fool your friends and family with this TV... more
Fool your friends and family with this TV dinner made entirely of sweet treats!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Apr 01, 10:00am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Ages 12-35 months with parent/caregiver
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Apr 02, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Community Room
Grab your pajamas and join Miss Laura for... more
Grab your pajamas and join Miss Laura for some evening fun. Hear stories, sing songs, and decorate some simple paper PJs!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Apr 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Community Room
Come have fun with finger paint and make... more
Come have fun with finger paint and make a messy master piece!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Apr 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Learn how to create unique visual poems... more
Learn how to create unique visual poems using printed words and phrases.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 04, 10:45am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 04, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 04, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
In honor of National Poetry Month, learn... more
In honor of National Poetry Month, learn how to create your own poetic work of art by coloring over written text on a page and using the remaining words to create a unique visual poem!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Classroom
Register for some open Minecraft play. ... more
Register for some open Minecraft play. If you do not have a Minecraft account, one will be provided.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Apr 05, 10:30am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4 & up

Sat, Apr 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Get creative and build different... more
Get creative and build different structures using spice drops, marshmallows and much more.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Ages 12-35 months with parent/caregiver
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Apr 08, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Come meet Elephant & Piggie, hear a story... more
Come meet Elephant & Piggie, hear a story or two about them and vote for your favorite character! Are you team Elephant or Team Piggie?
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Apr 08, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Come enjoy easy, yummy grilled cheese... more
Come enjoy easy, yummy grilled cheese roll ups with a dipping sauce of your choice!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Apr 09, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Let's have some fun with Elephant &... more
Let's have some fun with Elephant & Piggie! There will be a meet and greet, a story, and other fun activities!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Apr 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station J Program Room
Join Miss Gena for a fun stories, songs... more
Join Miss Gena for a fun stories, songs and a cool craft!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Apr 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Community Room
Practice your reading skills with... more
Practice your reading skills with certified therapy dogs! Research shows that reading aloud before a non-judgmental audience improves skills and confidence.
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Apr 10, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Community Room
Practice your reading skills with... more
Practice your reading skills with certified therapy dogs! Research shows that reading aloud before a non-judgmental audience improves skills and confidence.
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 11, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 11, 10:45am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 11, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Celebrate National Library Week!
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Apr 12, 10:00am - 10:45am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Join Long Island Music Therapy for a... more
Join Long Island Music Therapy for a music class that will allow children to explore their musical selves through song, instrument play, and movement.
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Sat, Apr 12, 10:30am - 11:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grades 4 & up

Mon, Apr 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Community Room
Enjoy a story, a craft, and interact with... more
Enjoy a story, a craft, and interact with a real bunny from Cornell Cooperative!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Apr 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Let's make some tasty dirt cups - bunny... more
Let's make some tasty dirt cups - bunny edition!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Apr 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Hang out at the library during Spring... more
Hang out at the library during Spring Break and make some fun Spring crafts! Join us anytime between 2:30 - 4:30 pm. Registration encouraged, not required.
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Grab your pajamas and join Miss Laura for... more
Grab your pajamas and join Miss Laura for some evening fun. Hear stories, sing songs, and decorate some simple paper PJs!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Apr 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station J Program Room
Join Miss Gena for a fun stories, songs... more
Join Miss Gena for a fun stories, songs and a cool craft!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Apr 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
A great class for Swifties! Come paint... more
A great class for Swifties! Come paint the cover of the Lover album using acrylic on canvas, dress for a mess!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Thu, Apr 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Teen Territory
Think you have what it takes to be... more
Think you have what it takes to be crowned a Mario Kart Champion? If so, compete in a fun, friendly Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gaming tournament. The winner will earn glory (and a prize).
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 18, 10:45am - 11:15am
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 18, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
This lively musical program will include... more
This lively musical program will include a variety of activities using instruments, songs, and dance that help develop listening and verbal skills.
Registration opens Monday, March 3 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Auditorium
Put your cooking skills to the test! The... more
Put your cooking skills to the test! The children will cook using the ingredients provided by the library.
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Fri, Apr 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main J Program Room
Play games, have a snack, create a craft,... more
Play games, have a snack, create a craft, hang out with friends, or make new ones!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Mon, Apr 21, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Huntington Public Library Main Building - Main Meeting Room
Register for some open Minecraft play. ... more
Register for some open Minecraft play. If you do not have a Minecraft account, one will be provided.
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Tue, Apr 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Teen Territory
Grades 5-12
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am

Wed, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 6:45pm
Huntington Public Library Station Branch - Station Community Room
Come in your PJs for some bedtime... more
Come in your PJs for some bedtime stories, crafts and fun!
Registration opens Monday, April 7 2025 at 10:00am


For Parents and Teachers Resources

Including databases, useful websites and home schooling resources.

Playaway Launchpad is the first secure, pre-loaded learning tablet designed for children in Preschool to 5th Grade. These tablets can be checked out to play with at home, in the car, or just about anywhere. Preloaded with (ad-free) learning apps, each tablet is grouped by subject area, theme, and age level. Examples include: Prehistoric Playground, Problem Solver (STEAM), and Carnival of Words. Try them all! Tablets are for HPL cardholders only and are available at both the Main Library and the Station Branch.

Our Youth & Parent Services
librarians have 
carefully selected a wide variety of age-appropriate reading materials that will excite the imagination and help develop a life-long love of reading, learning and growing. 

Databases and Learning Aids

An award-winning early learning program with 10,000+ educational activities and 850+ complete lessons along the Step-by-Step Learning Path, all expertly designed to help prepare young learners for kindergarten and beyond.

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An online literacy resource that pairs classic video storybooks from Weston Woods with related nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic to build a love of reading and learning. The engaging way to link fact and fiction, BookFlix reinforces early reading skills and introduces children to a world of knowledge and exploration.

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Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests.  Plus a writing lab, foreign language lab, GED help, assistance in resume/cover letter writing, U.S. citizenship prep, MS Office Essential Skills Series, and more! 

Tutorial

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Children's Literature Comprehensive Database is an online database with over 650,000 reviews and related information about children’s literature with full-text professional reviews and curriculum tools.

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 CultureGrams is available outside the Library via barcode and pin. It provides information about the cultures of more than 200 countries and the 50 United States in reports that include maps, statistics, indepth information, fun facts, and more.

Tutorial

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Elementary is a simple, cross-curricular resource that ensures equity and continuity for all students. As part of the Gale In Context suite of resources, this database advances education and gives children the research skills they will need in middle school, high school, and beyond.

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Flipster is a next-generation digital magazine solution that makes it easy for you to read your favorite magazines on your computer or mobile device.

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Kanopy Kids is a collection of kid-friendly movies, television shows and animated stories. Find fun and educational selections including PBS Kids programs and full-episodes of Sesame Street.

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 National Geographic Kids database includes the complete run of the magazine from 2009 to the present, as well as videos, images, and over 450 books. Geared towards primary and middle school students, kids can explore adventures in science, nature, culture, archaeology, space, and more!

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Helps readers find books that are just right for their reading level and interests, including read-alike recommendations for fiction and non-fiction. 

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Explore your favorite topics about people, places, history, science, and nature through interactive non-fiction ebooks and games, plus primary source videos, audio recordings, and images.

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Choose from lots of K-6 ebooks in English, Spanish, and French.  Have the text read to you, or read on your own. Enjoy music, puzzles, and games, too!

Includes graphic novels, non-fiction, read alongs, math quizzes, animated picture books, and videos. 

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An online version of the widely known encyclopedia that includes information on thousands of topics and provides supplemental links, videos, and other resources, such as biographies, multimedia content and educational games, activities, and projects.

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Advanced is a powerful reference tool that includes full encyclopedic and multimedia databases supplemented with online books, primary sources, website links, Back in Time articles, special reports and more.

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Banco de Contenidos aulaPlaneta is a comprehensive Spanish-language database designed for native Spanish speakers, bilingual students, and ESL/ELL program participants. 

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Discover features two reading levels for each article: a simplified article (from our World Book Discover encyclopedia) and a detailed article. Users can easily toggle between the two reading levels with the click of a button!

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The ideal Spanish-language reference tool for those learning Spanish and ELL students. Browse features provide visual prompts, and bilingual features allow students to toggle between Spanish and English text. The site includes concise articles, videos, maps and activities more.

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An ideal learning resource for elementary-aged students designed to build confidence and encourage creativity with image-driven navigation and inquiry-based activities. The site features easy-to-read articles that can be read aloud or translated and a wealth of engaging games, science projects, and activities.

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A one-stop shop for cross curricular learning, Student includes translations to 100+ languages, a Biography Center, current events, research guides, and seamless integrations with Google Classroom and Microsoft OneDrive.

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Access timelines you've created and saved. You can edit World Book's timelines to create your own custom timelines.

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