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Kids
Events for Kids
Tue, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Sep 03, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, Sep 04, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Thu, Sep 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 05, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, Sep 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Have fun exploring, crafting, and creating while making a greeting card for the occasion of your choice. Supplies are provided.
Thu, Sep 05, 4:45pm - 5:45pm
Laurel
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 10 minutes.
Fri, Sep 06, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games or card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Sep 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Join the Archie Edwards Blues Heritage Foundation for a celebration of blues music, showcasing the remarkable talents of its skilled instructors.
Sat, Sep 07, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Presented by Kyle's Art for Autism World, Inc, this program aims to spread autism awareness throughout the community while offering a creative and welcoming space for individuals with exceptional needs to express themselves through art.
Sat, Sep 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hyattsville
Representatives and Friends of the local Guatemalan Consulate will be showcasing Guatemalan Heritage through Guatemalan arts/crafts, clothing, food, music, and much more!
Mon, Sep 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Tue, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Spauldings
Legos will be provided and kids can let their imagination run wild. This month’s theme is Cities. Free style building is also encouraged.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Discover the basics of chess in this beginner-friendly program and learn chess rules, strategies, and tactics. Develop critical thinking and sportsmanship as you embark on your chess journey with confidence. This program is suitable for seniors, adults, teens, and children ages 10 and up.
Tue, Sep 10, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating with hands-on experiments and activities. Supplies are provided.
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Wed, Sep 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities. Ages 5–12 with adult. Due to space limitations, registration is required for each adult and child attending.
This event is full
Thu, Sep 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 12, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Surratts-Clinton
Want to be a Pokémon master? Do you like comics, cartoons, and crafts? Join fellow fans each month as we try to catch’em all, try new series, and enjoy animated worlds.
Thu, Sep 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Play board games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Fri, Sep 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Have fun crafting and creating small animals, bugs, and flowers with pipe cleaners! Supplies will be provided.
Fri, Sep 13, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games or card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Sep 14, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Conduct two very dramatic and entertaining demonstrations of a chemical change. See and feel, firsthand, indicators of a chemical change: evolution of a gas, release of heat, and color change.
Sat, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Sat, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Upper Marlboro
Have fun crafting and creating! Catch island vibes as you make beautiful pieces of art with colored sand!
Sat, Sep 14, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Oxon Hill
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Sat, Sep 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 15 minutes.
Sat, Sep 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Come play a variety of board games with us!
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Laurel
Have fun exploring, crafting and creating paper Molas inspired by traditional art from the Indigenous people of Panama and Columbia. Supplies are provided.
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making your own Paper Bag Piñata! Supplies are provided.
Mon, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 2
Have fun crafting and creating. Make a 3D collage house from cardboard and decorate it!
Tue, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Spauldings
Become a scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science activities using basic scientific principles.
Ages 8–12.
Tue, Sep 17, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on building challenges.
Tue, Sep 17, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Largo-Kettering
September 15th marks the anniversary of the publication of Peter H. Reynolds "The Dot." Join us as we explore the story's themes—bravery, creativity, and self-expression—while also learning about pointillism art.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings - Large Meeting Room
Delve into the rich cultural heritage of the Caribbean, Central, and South America as Cantaré performs songs in Spanish and Portuguese, accompanied by fascinating historical insights. This interactive bilingual performance invites the whole family to sing, play percussion, and dance to Latin rhythms like salsa and merengue.
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Gallina Turuleca needs help cooking corn tortillas! Will her farm animal friends assist her? This bilingual play for children celebrates friendship, solidarity, and sharing. Be part of the fun and interactive adventure!
Tue, Sep 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Sep 17, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Laurel
An evening of crocheting and knitting. Bring your current projects and materials. All ages are welcome. Led by the Laurel Branch Library's Seventh Street Ravelutionaries crocheting and knitting group.
Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an enchanting journey through the vibrant rhythms and traditions of the Dominican Republic. Larimar Folklore Dominicano showcases captivating folkloric dances that embody the rich cultural tapestry of the Caribbean nation. Join us for an evening filled with music, dance, and the spirit of Dominican folklore.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Have fun crafting and creating! Build a community by transforming paper bags into buildings to create a bustling neighborhood! All supplies provided.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Accokeek
Crochet with others in the community. No prior experience needed. We’ll provide some supplies to get started, but also encourage you to bring supplies if you have them.
Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Celebrate fall with us by making Paper Bag Scarecrows and Handprint Acorns! Supplies provided.
Thu, Sep 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Step into the world of creativity and tranquility with dynamic fusion of art and yoga! Come wearing comfortable clothes and be ready to unwind. Registration required.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Become a mad scientist by conducting hands-on, fun science experiments using basic scientific principles. Let’s celebrate the end of summer and make back to school themed slime together!
Ages 8–12.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Thu, Sep 19, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for fun STEM-related board games. Bring one of your own, or play one of ours.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Fri, Sep 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Beltsville
Build your child's confidence as they read to specially trained therapy dogs. Bring a book or choose one from the library. Each child will read for 15 minutes.
Fri, Sep 20, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games or card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 2:00pm
Oxon Hill
Celebrate the fourth annual Festival of Cultures! Experience the rich diversity of our county through special performances, storytime, and arts and crafts. Bring your friends and family for a memorable day celebrating our cultural tapestry.
Registration is encouraged but not required.
Sat, Sep 21, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Presented by Kyle's Art for Autism World, Inc, this program aims to spread autism awareness throughout the community while offering a creative and welcoming space for individuals with exceptional needs to express themselves through art.
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Bowie - Auditorium
Step into the captivating world of this bilingual play as Alre and Quines, accompanied by their magical bag, breathe life into enchanting tales. Join Harlequins and their diverse group of friends on thrilling adventures across different countries, immersing themselves in vibrant cultures, music, and dances.
Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Mount Rainier
Cubelets are uniquely designed, individual robot blocks that snap together with magnets, teaming up to create thousands of novel robot constructions, each with new behaviors. Participants can design and redesign robot constructions with ease, using the robot blocks to model real-world behaviors and to launch students into creativity and critical thinking.
Sat, Sep 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Accokeek - Large Meeting Room
Learn a new skill (or just get a refresher) in the fun technique of cursive writing! It’s a must-have skill for life and learning will be a breeze with handy practice sheets!
Mon, Sep 23, 11:00am - 11:30am
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Bring your preschooler and enjoy stories, songs, fingerplays, and more!
Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making your own Guatemalan inspired worry doll! Supplies are provided.
Mon, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Learn to play or improve your chess game. All ages are welcome!
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bowie - Conference Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville - Meeting Room 2
Explore the work of picture book artist Raúl Colón and then make watercolor art!
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Beltsville - Large Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hillcrest Heights
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on building with Plus Plus Blocks!
Tue, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Hyattsville
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ages 6–12.
Tue, Sep 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Oxon Hill - Author Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Tue, Sep 24, 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
It's Banned Books Week! Unleash your creativity and transform old vinyl records or a canvas into powerful art, drawing inspiration from banned books. Fusing literature and art, it's a rebellion of expression!
Tue, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie
START (Serving, Thriving, and Reading Together) is a family-focused program that fosters community among military and civilian families. It includes four weekly sessions featuring children's books on themes like family and courage, followed by discussions and a shared meal. Families with children ages 5 to 12 are encouraged to attend all four sessions.
Register
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Baden - Multipurpose Room
Discover the basics of chess in this beginner-friendly program and learn chess rules, strategies, and tactics. Develop critical thinking and sportsmanship as you embark on your chess journey with confidence. This program is suitable for seniors, adults, teens, and children ages 10 and up.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Part 1:
University of Maryland Extension will teach the basics of robotics and programming. As well give an overview of robot components and fundamental coding principles.
Ages 8–12.
Tue, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Laurel - Large Meeting Room A (Dorothy Height Room)
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with an enchanting journey through the vibrant rhythms and traditions of the Dominican Republic. Larimar Folklore Dominicano showcases captivating folkloric dances that embody the rich cultural tapestry of the Caribbean nation. Join us for an evening filled with music, dance, and the spirit of Dominican folklore.
Wed, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Mount Rainier
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Spauldings
In this program, kids ages six and up will discover new books and improve their reading skills with games and other fun activities,
Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Bladensburg - Bladensburg Large Meeting Room
Are you interested in getting to know more people in your community with similar interests? Bring your own needlecraft or learn to crochet while getting to know those around you. Materials are provided for those who would like to learn to crochet. No prior experience is needed.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with the PGCMLS and WETA! Join us for a screening of the popular animation "Alma’s Way." Following the screening, we will have fun musical activities for kids and families to participate in.
Ages 4–8 with adults.
Wed, Sep 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
South Bowie - Large Meeting Room (213)
Experience the heartfelt melodies and soulful storytelling of Liah Perez, the talented Dominican-American singer and songwriter. Through a captivating blend of pop, Latin rock, and ballads, Liah takes you on a musical journey filled with emotions, exploring themes of love, loss, the search for home, and the quest for meaning.
Thu, Sep 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Mount Rainier
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
New Carrollton - Large meeting room 1
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Largo-Kettering
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month by making a paper bag piñata. All supplies will be provided.
Thu, Sep 26, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Homework help and reading practice for students in grades 1 through 6.
Ayuda con las tareas y práctica de la lectura para los estudiantes en los grados de 1 al 6.
Ages 6–12.
Thu, Sep 26, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Bladensburg - BL Activity Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Fri, Sep 27, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Mount Rainier
Play board games or card games at the library! Bring one of your own or play one of ours.
Sat, Sep 28, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Block coding teaches coding using visual methods. Simply click the different blocks of code and drag them
together to design your very own basketball game!
Ages 10–15. Register to secure a spot
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Greenbelt - Auditorium
Experience the heartfelt melodies and soulful storytelling of Liah Perez, the talented Dominican-American singer and songwriter. Through a captivating blend of pop, Latin rock, and ballads, Liah takes you on a musical journey filled with emotions, exploring themes of love, loss, the search for home, and the quest for meaning.
Rescheduled
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
New date Saturday, September 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Fairmount Heights
Explore science, technology, engineering and math. Drop in for hands-on experiments and activities.
Ages 5–12 with adult.
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Upper Marlboro - Large Meeting Room
Do you nerd out about "My Hero Academia," "Attack on Titan," "Demon Slayer," or "Sailor Moon"? Join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Howl's Moving Castle. Meet people with similar interests and explore our collection. All levels of fandom are welcome.
Sat, Sep 28, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Glenarden - Small Meeting Room
Freestyle building. Legos will be provided, and kids can let their imaginations run wild!
Kids Achieve Club
The mission of the Kids Achieve Club (KAC) program is to provide academic support through homework assistance and reading practice for English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) students in grades 1-6. The program was created to support the unique needs of English Learners to foster a love of reading and to provide academic support. Although KAC was created to align with the needs and to engage English Learners, it is an inclusive program. Children of all backgrounds and ethnicities are invited to participate.
Take a look at our foundation booklet titled Kids Achieve Club Reading Activities by Dr. Dawn Jacobs Martin Ph.D. This booklet is filled with reading strategies integrated with the Five Pillars of Literacy, making it the perfect resource and guide for mentors, parents, and caregivers.
If you would like to learn more about early literacy, or if you have children the age of 5 and under, please visit our Early Literacy page for more information.
La misión del programa Kids Achieve Club (KAC) es proveer apoyo académico y asistencia en las tareas y practicar la lectura para estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma en los grados 1° - 6°. El programa fue creado específicamente para proveer un servicio de las necesidades de estudiantes que están aprendiendo el inglés o que el inglés es su segundo idioma para fomentar un amor a la lectura y proveer apoyo académico. Aunque el programa KAC fue creado para alinearse con las necesidades e involucrar a estudiantes de inglés como segundo idioma es un programa inclusivo. Niños de todo origen y etnicidad son bienvenidos a participar.
con un folleto que se titula, Actividades de Leer, por Dra. Dawn Jacobs Martin, Ph.D. Este folleto está lleno de las estrategias de lectura que integran los “cinco pilares de alfabetización.” El libro es un recurso para tutores, padres, y las personas encargadas del cuidado del niño.
Si quiere aprender más sobre la alfabetización temprana, o si tiene niños de los años 5 y menos, por favor visite nuestra página web Alfabetización Temprana para más información.
Helpful Online Resources
Featured
Together We’re Better Artwork Contest Winners
The 2022-2023 artwork contest had wonderful submissions from Elementary and Middle Schoolers across the state. Winning students and schools were invited to attend Developmental Disabilities Day at the Maryland Legislature. Check them out here!
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ABCmouse (Library Access)
The ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities (books, puzzles, educational games, art activities, songs, etc.) across all major subject areas—reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.
ABCmouse at Home (Remote Access)
Now available from home! The ABCmouse curriculum is designed to help young children (ages 2-8+) build a strong foundation for future academic success. ABCmouse is 100% educational, with more than 10,000 learning activities (books, puzzles, educational games, art activities, songs, etc.) across all major subject areas—reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music.
Beanstack
Discover favorite books, earn badges and participate in reading challenges with Beanstack!
Biography in Context
Meet the people who made history by accessing video, audio, images, primary sources and articles for over a half-million international figures.
Brainfuse HelpNow
Chat online with a real tutor and get live, homework help from 2pm to 11:55pm EST.
ComicsPlus
Enjoy unlimited access to thousands of digital graphic novels, manga and comics. Checkouts are for seven days with unlimited renewals.
Creativebug
1,000+ art & craft video classes covering art & design, sewing, quilting, paper, knitting, crochet, food & home, jewelry, holiday & party, and kids.
Encyclopedia Britannica for Kids
An excellent starting place for any research project about animals, geography, people and more.
Encyclopedia Britannica ImageQuest
Access millions of images from the best collections in the world.
Encyclopedia Britannica Library Edition
Search encyclopedia articles, magazines, web sites and videos.
Gale In Context: Middle School
Find information here about the most studied middle school topics.
Gale in Context: Elementary
Cross-curricular research and homework help for K-5 students.
Gale Ebooks
Find eBooks on countries, cultures, history, technology, science and more, with translations available in 40 languages.
Libby/OverDrive for Kids
OverDrive and the Libby app offer classic and contemporary children's books for all ages in both eBook and eAudio format.
Mango Languages
Learn a new language from home or on-the-go with Mango! Mango adapts to your unique learning style so you pick up on new vocabulary quickly.
National Geographic Kids (Gale)
Tutorial
Magazines, newspapers, journals, and reference content for middle and high school students.
NoveList K-8
Find just the right book and get recommendations based on your interests and reading level.
Pebble Go
Have fun researching while playing educational games and engaging with read-aloud audio for five categories: animals, science, biographies, social studies and dinosaurs. Designed specifically for grades K-3.
Transparent languages
An easy-to-use interface that integrates real-life language use by native speakers. With over 100 languages to choose from, every language-learner will find something of interest.
For all of our resources, please visit here and if you're having trouble accessing anything, please contact us.
Book Lists
Looking for something good to read? Maybe you need to find a book for class or you want to explore new genres like comic books or nonfiction. Either way, you are sure to find a title you will like from one of our lists. Don't forget, if you need help locating these books or other resources, ask a librarian for help. Or, log on to Beanstack to see all of the lists. You can reserve a title right from your account!