The Children’s Library
Welcome! Located on the second floor of the Bronxville Public Library, we have books, DVDs, audiobooks, and magazines, plus fun programs, friendly librarians, and more!
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Upcoming Children's Programs & Take-n-Make Activities
STORYTIME on the Library Lawn with Miss Raquelle
Friday, September 16 – Friday, October 28 | 11:00 am
Fridays, September 16th – October 28th at 11am Join Miss Raquelle for Outdoor Storytimes on the Bronxville Library Lawn. Weather permitting
Babytime Lapsit Rhymes & Songs Copy
Monday, September 19 – Monday, October 31 | 10:30 am – 11:00 am
This program is designed for PRE-Walkers and Babies aged 6 – 12 months. Caregiver participation is required. Meets every other Monday at 10:30 am in the Yeager Room on the lower level REGISTRATION REQUIRED: CALL 914-337-7680 EXT. 834
STORYTIME on the Library Lawn with Miss Raquelle
Friday, September 23 – Friday, October 28 | 11:00 am
Fridays, September 16th – October 28th at 11am Join Miss Raquelle for Outdoor Storytimes on the Bronxville Library Lawn. Weather permitting
Tots Toddler Time: Walkers 12 months through 2 years.
Wednesday, September 28 | 10:30 am – 11:15 am
This program is designed for walkers & toddlers ages 12 months through 2 years. Caregiver participation is required. Meets every other Wednesday in the Yeager Room on the lower level. REGISTRATION REQUIRED: CALL 914-337-7680 EXT. 834
Sing Along with Ken
Wednesday, September 28 | 11:30 am – 12:00 pm
Sing Along with Ken & his guitar on the Big Screen! Enjoy some favorite children’s songs with us in the Yeager room. All ages welcome! Click here to register for Zoom Link
STORYTIME on the Library Lawn with Miss Raquelle
Friday, September 30 | 11:00 am
Fridays, September 16th – October 28th at 11am Join Miss Raquelle for Outdoor Storytimes on the Bronxville Library Lawn. Weather permitting
All of our children’s programs are made possible by the generous funding of the Friends of the Bronxville Public Library.
By donating to the Friends, you can help fund our amazing programs and even be a part of starting brand new programs!
Digital Resources
Websites to check out for e-books, book recommendations, activities, information & more!
Westchester Library System, Listen Read & Watch
Tutor.com: homework help from 9:00am to 10:00pm
Livescience.com – activities , COVID info and more
PBSlearningmedia.org
Kidshealth.org – for all health questions!
Children’s Museum of Manhattan – activities!
Junior Library Guild – free reading resources
TumbleBooks – access TumbleBooks here
Kanopy Kids: movie selections geared for younger audiences
TeenReads.com
Boredom Busters for Teens
www.TeenBookCloud.com – gr 7-12 ebook database
www.AudioBookCloud.com – all ages audio book database
Literature Resource Center: featuring literary criticism, literary magazines, full text articles, biographical information and more, covering all genres, disciplines, and time periods. (Must have a Bronxville Library card to access).
Book Lists
Below are lists of great children’s books to get you started. Whether reading them for the first time or rediscovering favorites, these books are certain to become as cherished as an old friend. Read them for your own pleasure, or share them with someone you love. And remember, imagination has no limits!
Picture Books
Chapter Books
Caldecott Winners
NEWBERY WINNERS
Early Literacy
Early literacy does not mean early reading instruction or teaching babies to read; it is the natural development of skills through the enjoyment of books, the importance of positive interactions between babies and parents, and the critical role of literacy-rich experiences.
Literacy development begins at birth and is closely linked to a baby’s earliest experiences with books and stories. Babies learn language through social literacy experiences – parents interacting with them using books. These experiences also serve to associate books with parental affection, attention, and approval.
Listen, Read & Watch
Note
Some vendors require you to go through a one-time registration process. It always involves your library card number. It sometimes involves your library PIN and/or your email address.
If you need help, ask a librarian! And remember that we offer personal eReader instruction by appointment with the Reference Desk.
For other eLibrary resources visit the WLS website
Digital Resources
ABCmouse
Amazing Animals of the World
America the Beautiful
Britannica Elementary
Britannica Primaria
Kids Infobits
Mango Languages
New Book of Knowledge
Research in Context
Fun, educational and safe websites for kids
Highlights for Kids
abcya.com
Seussville
Switcheroo
Fun Brain
Nat Geo Kids
Starfall
PBS Kids
FAQs
Can kids get library cards, too?
Bronxville children of any age can receive a library card. The age at which they get a card is at the discretion of their parents. All that is required is a parent’s/guardian’s identification showing proof of address and their signature on the application form. Click here for more information.
Do adults need to stick around?
Parents or caregivers are responsible for their children’s behavior. Parents or caregivers may not leave a child under the age of 9 unattended at any time and must make arrangements to pick-up older children at closing.
