Kids
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Read Together Storytime Kits
Read Together Storytime Kits are available for checkout! Each bag contains a unique set of picture books with a special theme.
More LEGO Play!
We’re excited to announce that we’ve added another LEGO drop-in to our lineup at the Downtown Library!
Happy Nowruz!
Discover the joy of Nowruz and join us for a vibrant celebration filled with music, dance, and culture!
Children's Library: Temporary Closure for Upgrades
The Children’s Library is temporarily closed for upgrades.
Read Together Storytime Kits
Read Together Storytime Kits are available for checkout! Each bag contains a unique set of picture books with a special theme.
More LEGO Play!
We’re excited to announce that we’ve added another LEGO drop-in to our lineup at the Downtown Library!
Happy Nowruz!
Discover the joy of Nowruz and join us for a vibrant celebration filled with music, dance, and culture!
Children's Library: Temporary Closure for Upgrades
The Children’s Library is temporarily closed for upgrades.
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Upcoming Teens Events

Staff Picks
Check out recommendations from our staff!
Kids Staff Picks
PACL Recommends: Financial Literacy for Kids
This curated list of books introduces young readers to the exciting world of money, savings, and smart financial decisions.
Geology for Kids
Geology is the study of how earth was formed, its structure and composition, and the types of processes acting on it. Geology rocks!
PACL Recommends: Financial Literacy for Kids
This curated list of books introduces young readers to the exciting world of money, savings, and smart financial decisions.
Geology for Kids
Geology is the study of how earth was formed, its structure and composition, and the types of processes acting on it. Geology rocks!
What's New
What's New
What's New
International Languages
Explore books in other languages.
Children's Theater Collection
A special collection curated by The Palo Alto Children's Theater.
Award Winners
Browse award-winning titles.
Resources for Parents & Educators
How to Get the Most Out of Storytime!
These tips will help caregivers and children have a great storytime experience together, whether in-person or virtual.
Family Resources at the Library: PreK
Find resources tailored to enrich the early learning experiences of PreK children.
Middle School Resources at the Library: 6-8th Grade
The Library offers homework help, music, comics, community service opportunities, and more. Check it out!
How to Get the Most Out of Storytime!
These tips will help caregivers and children have a great storytime experience together, whether in-person or virtual.
Family Resources at the Library: PreK
Find resources tailored to enrich the early learning experiences of PreK children.
Middle School Resources at the Library: 6-8th Grade
The Library offers homework help, music, comics, community service opportunities, and more. Check it out!
Practice storytime songs!
Repeating words, songs, and movements helps develop early literacy skills. Practice songs and rhymes at home with videos recorded by our librarians.