Posted in News on September 17, 2025 at 6:00 am
Along with cooler weather and bright, crisp autumn leaves, October is filled with engaging, interactive library programs for early learners, kids and families, and teens. Check out our special storytimes, games, crafts, RPG adventures, and more. […]
Tags: crafts, early learners, early learning, events, family, games, kids, parents, stories, storytime, teens, tweens
Posted in News on September 9, 2025 at 6:00 am
We are excited to be partnering with Spokane Transit Authority (STA) once again for STA Touch-a-Bus Storytime. This bus-filled storytime features the book "Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus" by Mo Willems, other bus stories, songs, fingerplays, our special guest STA bus driver, and the opportunity to ride on an STA bus. Find out when... […]
Tags: Bus, early learning, kids, learn, parents, play, STA, stories, storytime, teachers, Touch-a-Bus
Posted in News on January 8, 2025 at 6:00 am
Learning to read is learning to break a complex code. Decodable readers differ from traditional early readers in that the majority of the words in the book contain only letter sounds and sight words that the children have been directly taught at the beginning. Learn more and borrow decodables from the library. […]
Tags: books, children, comprehension, decodables, early learning, kids, parents, phonics, reading, teachers
Posted in News on September 18, 2024 at 6:00 am
Our October programs for kids, teens, and families promise good times, including some slightly spooky fun, collaborative and educational activities, and high energy, engaging programs. You can find all library events in the latest issue of ENGAGE. Plus, all our programs are offered free of charge. […]
Tags: early learning, events, kids, parents, teens
Posted in News on August 28, 2024 at 6:00 am
Storytime at the library is a fun experience with books and also so much more. It’s a time for parents and caregivers to start their young children on the path to a lifelong love of reading and learning. First up... […]
Tags: caregivers, children, development, early learners, early learning, kids, Kindergarten, learn, literacy, parents, reading, skills, stories, storytime, young play
Posted in News on July 2, 2024 at 5:00 am
Our Digital Library has three new online resources for young children and their educators that make learning enjoyable and entertainment educational. BookFlix and Just for Kids both have educational and entertaining content for young children. Scholastic Teachables is a resource for parents and adults who teach children, pre-kindergarten through gr […]
Tags: animated books, BookFlix, digital resources, early learning, Just for Kids, kids, parents, read-alongs, Scholastic, Teachables, teachers
Posted in Parents and Teachers on August 29, 2023 at 6:00 am
Do you remember your first Little Golden Book? The Little Golden Book series is a uniquely American success story. Launched at a time when the nation had barely emerged from the Great Depression and was deeply embroiled in World War II, the philosophy behind the 25¢ books was to give working-class parents an affordable way to have engaging books a […]
Tags: booklists, books, early learning, easy readers, kids, Little Golden Books, nonfiction, reading, stories
Posted in Explore and Discover on June 14, 2023 at 6:00 am
As we round the corner towards Father’s Day, I’d like to honor some of our loyal library dads. We see these fellows every week (sometimes more often!) investing in their children’s futures. I’m delighted to have interviewed them and to share their stories with you. Plus check out this booklist to read with kids! […]
Tags: books, children, dads, early learning, Father's Day, fathers, kids, literacy, reading, story time
Posted in News, Parents and Teachers on April 14, 2022 at 4:00 am
ABCmouse is still free for everyone to use in all our libraries. And now all in-district library card holders can now access it from home or while traveling, anywhere with internet access! The curriculum is designed for kids ages 2–8 and includes reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music. Experts in early childhood education have des […]
Tags: ABCmouse, early learning, elementary, kids, Kindergarten, language, math, parents, pre-kindergarten, preschool, reading, ready for kindergarten, school skills
Posted in News on June 16, 2021 at 6:00 am
All you need is a minute to learn a new parenting tip! If you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver of young children, then you will want to check out Parenting Minutes from KSPS PBS and PBS affiliate WNET New York. These digital videos provide quick insight and key information on topics related to early childhood […]
Tags: babies, caregivers, early learning, elementary, kids, KSPS PBS, parenting minutes, parents, preschool, teachers, toddlers, videos, WNET Group