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!
WATCH HERE: RHYME and REASON CELEBRATION VIDEO
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH
AN EXCITING 45-MINUTE VIRTUAL SHOW USING MUSIC, POETRY, AND DANCE TO CELEBRATE THE VITAL CONTRIBUTIONS OF AFRICAN AMERICANS TO THE SOCIAL AND CULTURAL LIFE OF THE UNITED STATES.
- With a guest appearance by Lauren Anderson, the world’s first African American Prima Ballerina.
- Two Poet Laureates
- Broadway performers & singers
- Great music, themes, and lessons.
- A true celebration for all ages.
- Pre-Recorded for Easy Viewing
Upcoming Children's Programs & Take-n-Make Activities
Learn & Play Area in Children's Library Opens
Monday, August 2 – Tuesday, August 2 | ongoing
Opening Monday, August 2nd, Bronxville Library’s Learn & Play Area IMAGINATIVE play items available for In-Library Use Only ALL YOU NEED IS A VALID LIBRARY CARD Inquire at the Children’s desk to see what’s available for your children to enjoy while visiting the library. Not all items available each week. Items rotate to keep…
Fabric Fashion Collage for Children
Thursday, January 20 – Thursday, February 10 | 4:00 pm
Thursdays, January 20 – February 10th at 4:00 PM Grades 1-3 – Fashion Collage Children will discover various fabrics and sketching techniques to make fabulous fashion art through collage. We will go on a 4-week journey to make outfits and accessories with fabric on paper. All you need is a…
Fabric Fashion Collage for Children
Thursday, January 27 | 4:00 pm
Thursdays, January 20 – February 10th at 4:00 PM Grades 1-3 – Fashion Collage Children will discover various fabrics and sketching techniques to make fabulous fashion art through collage. We will go on a 4-week journey to make outfits and accessories with fabric on paper. All you need is a…
Snuggle Stories
Friday, January 28 | 11:00 am – 11:30 am
Stop by Fridays at 11:00 am in the Children’s Library and enjoy a few Snuggle Stories with Miss Raquelle. Stuffed animals and blankies welcome! Call Children’s Library (914) 337-7680 ext 834
Rhyme and Reason: A Celebration of Black History
Tuesday, February 1 – Thursday, March 31 | ongoing
CELEBRATE BLACK HISTORY MONTH An exciting 45-minute virtual show using music, poetry, and dance to celebrate the vital contributions of African Americans to the social and cultural life of the United States. With a guest appearance by Lauren Anderson, the world’s first African American Prima Ballerina. Two Poet Laureates Broadway…
Take-n-Make Tuesdays
Tuesday, February 1 – Tuesday, February 22 | ongoing
Stop by the Bronxville Children’s Room and pick up a Take-n-Make activity bag, while supplies last. First Come, First Served Additional Materials may be needed from home Activities appropriate for Ages 2-6 (with adult supervision/some small bits included)
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.
