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.
Storytimes On Break
Storytimes will be on break in August. Here are great resources to keep practicing and reading together.
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.
More LEGO Play!
We’re excited to announce that we’ve added another LEGO drop-in to our lineup at the Downtown Library!
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.
Storytimes On Break
Storytimes will be on break in August. Here are great resources to keep practicing and reading together.
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.
More LEGO Play!
We’re excited to announce that we’ve added another LEGO drop-in to our lineup at the Downtown Library!
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
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!
Graphic Novels You Might Not Know About
Discover hidden gems and overlooked treasures in this curated list of under-the-radar graphic novels worth reading.
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!
Graphic Novels You Might Not Know About
Discover hidden gems and overlooked treasures in this curated list of under-the-radar graphic novels worth reading.
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.
