Programs for Kids (page 1 of 2)
Spring 2022
Hey Teens and Tweens! Programs are on the Teen Page – Check it out here!
Parents: We know the past two years have been challenging! We have lots of resources like Learning Bags you can check out to help build reading and math skills! Let us know how we can help: youthservices@northriversidelibrary.org
YS Staff feature video!
Check out what Ms. Veronica, one of our staff members, is up to!
To register for ANY Children’s or Family program, click here to RSVP OR you may call us at 708-447-0869 x230 OR email us at youthservices@northriversidelibrary.org.
Registration begins March 1
Story Times
Beginning April 1, Story Time programs will be IN-PERSON as well as on Zoom! Register for your favorite Story Time!
Stay tuned for updates here!
NEW! AT-HOME PROGRAM KITS
Program content, activities and more!
Enhance your child’s learning and fun!
Available each month for:
ABCs & 123s * Story Safari * Lapsit Story Time * Travel with Lester * Every Child a Reader
Register for any of these programs and you are automatically registered for an At-Home Program Kit (you’ll receive a separate email to pick-up your kit)
One per person per month.
ABCs & 123s – 10:30 a.m. Mondays! – March through May 9
ZOOM Only! In-person beginning April 1
Stories, songs and learning fun!
Unlimited on Zoom. For children with an adult. Register in advance for Zoom link.
Bring a Show and Tell item to share.
Pajama Story Time on Zoom – 6:30 p.m. on 1st Monday of each month: March 7; April 4; May 2
Wind down your busy day with stories with Ms. Laurie on Zoom ONLY!
Unlimited live stream on Zoom. For children of all ages. Register in advance for Zoom link.
Every Child a Reader – Live programs will return this summer!
Register to receive a monthly At-Home Program Kit to use with Ms. Veronica’s YouTube videos (see below for YouTube channel)!
Story Safari – 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays! – March through May 11
ZOOM Only! In-person beginning April 1
Animal-themed stories and activities in English and Spanish!
Unlimited on Zoom. For children with an adult. Register in advance for Zoom link.
Lapsit Story Time – 10:30 a.m. Thursdays – March through May 12
ZOOM Only! In-person beginning April 1
Songs, simple stories and smiles!
Unlimited live stream on Zoom. Babies and toddlers with an adult. Register in advance for Zoom link.
Travel with Lester the Llama! – 10:30 a.m. select Saturdays
March 5, 19; April 2, 16, 30; May 14
ZOOM Only! In-person beginning April 1
Join Lester’s imaginary trip around the world!
Unlimited live stream on Zoom. Age 2 and up with an adult. Register in advance for Zoom link.
Special Events and After School Programs on Page Two
Check out our YouTube Channel! Click here to learn how to subscribe, It’s Free!
Virtual Program Titles below:
BEHIND THE SCENES
Best New Books for Kids!
Check out the Best New Books lists!
BILINGUAL STORY TIME
BOOKS & BINGO
CHAPTER BOOK READ ALOUDS
EVERY CHILD A READER – Cada Niño un Lector
KIDS CRAFTS
NATURE EXPLORER
NOT JUST COOKIES!
READING TIME
REAL READS
RECIPES WE LOVE
STORY TIMES
TALES & TREATS
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1000 Books Before Kindergarten
For newborn through age 5. A year-round, ongoing reading program based on research that has shown that the more books children from birth to age 5 have had read to them, the more prepared they will be to learn to read. Upon registration, you’ll receive a simple reading log, a list of recommended books and more. Limited to North Riverside residents. Call us at 708-447-0869 x230 or email us at youthservices@northriversidelibrary.org or visit the YS Help Desk to register your child today!
Project Next Generation classes – not available until further notice.