Kids
PPLD offers a world of fun, learning, and discovery! Dive into programs where stories come to life through interactive readings and activities. Love animals? Our Paws to Read program lets kids read to friendly, trained therapy dogs, boosting confidence and making reading fun!
Explore our vast collection of educational databases designed to help with school projects and support students with their learning journey. For our littlest learners, we have early literacy programs that introduce the joy of reading through songs, rhymes, and play.
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Explore Events for Kids
Kids can enjoy a variety of fun and educational events! From Storytimes that spark a love of reading to craft activities, there is something for everyone. If your child might benefit from sensory accommodations such as fidgets or noise-reducing headphones, please request a Sensory Accommodations kit from the desk. Explore all the Library has to offer!
Newberry Medal Winning Books
Find a Great Book
Are you looking for the perfect book? Check out our curated booklists for kids, with recommendations to spark imagination, inspire learning, and match every reading level and interest.
- Battle of the Books
- Coming to America
- Children's Classics
- Dragons
- Early Chapter Book Series
- Fantasy
- Ghosts, Spooks, & Specters
- Girl Power
- Historical Fiction
- Humor
- Christian Books
- If you liked Dairy of a Wimpy Kid
- If you liked Harry Potter
- If you liked Magic Tree House
- I'm New Here
- Mysteries
- Science Fiction
- Sport Stories
Find more booklists by going to Novelist K - 8 Plus
Search fiction and nonfiction titles for read-alikes, series, genres, authors & subjects, and browse lists of award-winning titles. (Must have a library card that starts with a 4 to access outside of a Library location.)
Explore TumbleBook Library
Animated, talking picture books, eBooks, Spanish and French books and more always available. Best for K-6.
Resources for Kids
Programs for Children Ages 0 - 5
PPLD offers various programs for children ages 0 - 5 and their caregivers.
Programs for Children Ages 5 - 8
PPLD offers various programs for school age children ages 5 - 8. Click the link below to explore more!
Explore Online Kids Games
Explore a selection of online games curated by our Library staff.
Homework & Educational Resources
Explore our subject guides, online databases, and educational resources to help your child succeed!
Have any questions?
Educator Support
We're here to assist educators! Whether you have a question or need specific resources, our team is ready to support your classroom needs. Please click the link below, and we'll get back to you as soon as possible.