Kids
Spotlight
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.
It’s Time to Celebrate Diwali!
The Indian festival of lights, Diwali is here! Celebrate the triumph of light over dark with stories and family-friendly activities.
Migrate to Foothills Nature Preserve to See Tarantulas
Tarantula migration season is upon us! Borrow a Foothills Parks Pass to observe these creatures in the wild.
Children's Library Reopens!
We're excited to welcome you back to Children's Library. Come enjoy the space, discover new reads, and join us for upcoming events.
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.
It’s Time to Celebrate Diwali!
The Indian festival of lights, Diwali is here! Celebrate the triumph of light over dark with stories and family-friendly activities.
Migrate to Foothills Nature Preserve to See Tarantulas
Tarantula migration season is upon us! Borrow a Foothills Parks Pass to observe these creatures in the wild.
Children's Library Reopens!
We're excited to welcome you back to Children's Library. Come enjoy the space, discover new reads, and join us for upcoming events.
Upcoming Events
PACL at Home
Visit our Youtube channel for sing alongs, read alouds, craft videos, and more!
Upcoming Teens Events
Staff Picks
Check out recommendations from our staff!
Kids Staff Picks
Books Made for Storytime Magic
These read-aloud favorites are full of fun, wonder, and joy, perfect for sparking smiles with little ones.
If You Loved K-Pop Demon Hunters...
Are you obsessed with the second-best movie of 2025 (after Sinners, of course!)? Check out some titles inspired by the hit Netflix movie!
Books Made for Storytime Magic
These read-aloud favorites are full of fun, wonder, and joy, perfect for sparking smiles with little ones.
If You Loved K-Pop Demon Hunters...
Are you obsessed with the second-best movie of 2025 (after Sinners, of course!)? Check out some titles inspired by the hit Netflix movie!
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
Family Resources at the Library: TK-5th Grade
Support your child's learning with a variety of literacy-based programs and resources available through the library.
Family Resources at the Library: Infants
Learn about library resources and programs to support families with infants.
Family Resources at the Library: PreK
Find resources tailored to enrich the early learning experiences of PreK children.
Family Resources at the Library: TK-5th Grade
Support your child's learning with a variety of literacy-based programs and resources available through the library.
Family Resources at the Library: Infants
Learn about library resources and programs to support families with infants.
Family Resources at the Library: PreK
Find resources tailored to enrich the early learning experiences of PreK children.
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.
