Kids & Families
Welcome all kids ages birth to 10 (pre-K to fifth grade) and their families! Here, you can always be playing, learning and growing with these library materials, Story Times and resources!
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Events for Kids & Families
From Story Time to reading with dogs and building LEGOs, there are all sorts of fun and educational things your kiddos can do at JCPL!
Featured Events
Pop-Up Gymnastics Playground at Deer Creek, part of a series
May 23rd | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Deer Creek Library
5280 Gymnastics brings a unique experience that celebrates the connection between growing minds and moving bodies.
Tweens Writing Group, part of a series
Grab your No. 2 pencil, and let's write! Work in a group setting with a variety of prompts to write, share, doodle, and have a great time.
LEGO® Build and Play, part of a series
Drop in for a play and build session where artists and engineers can let their creativity flow as they craft their own creations.
Pop-Up Gymnastics Playground at Deer Creek, part of a series
May 23rd | 11:00am - 1:00pm
Deer Creek Library
5280 Gymnastics brings a unique experience that celebrates the connection between growing minds and moving bodies.
Tweens Writing Group, part of a series
Grab your No. 2 pencil, and let's write! Work in a group setting with a variety of prompts to write, share, doodle, and have a great time.
LEGO® Build and Play, part of a series
Drop in for a play and build session where artists and engineers can let their creativity flow as they craft their own creations.
Homework Help
These library resources help support at-home learning for children of every ability.
Online Resources for Kids & Families
Check Out Kids Magazines from Flipster for Kids!
Magazines to read on your computer or on your mobile device! Titles such as "Ranger Rick," "Zoobooks," "Muse," "Click" and more.
Middle Search Plus
Browse popular middle school magazines, reference books, primary sources and images that cover history, current events, science and more.
Check Out Kids Magazines from Flipster for Kids!
Magazines to read on your computer or on your mobile device! Titles such as "Ranger Rick," "Zoobooks," "Muse," "Click" and more.
Middle Search Plus
Browse popular middle school magazines, reference books, primary sources and images that cover history, current events, science and more.
Staff Picks & New at the Library
Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month
Celebrate and honor the vibrant traditions, culture and impact of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander peoples!
In the Garden
It's time to get outside, get your hands dirty and grow a garden. Plant seeds, add water and wait for the magic!
Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month
Celebrate and honor the vibrant traditions, culture and impact of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander peoples!
In the Garden
It's time to get outside, get your hands dirty and grow a garden. Plant seeds, add water and wait for the magic!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: May 2026
When children understand how stories work (beginning, middle, end), it helps their comprehension when it comes time to learn to read.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: April 2026
Adults are important role models: children do the things they see us doing. Let kids see you reading and talk to them about it!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: May 2026
When children understand how stories work (beginning, middle, end), it helps their comprehension when it comes time to learn to read.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: April 2026
Adults are important role models: children do the things they see us doing. Let kids see you reading and talk to them about it!
Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month
Celebrate and honor the vibrant traditions, culture and impact of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander peoples!
In the Garden
It's time to get outside, get your hands dirty and grow a garden. Plant seeds, add water and wait for the magic!
Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month
Celebrate and honor the vibrant traditions, culture and impact of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander peoples!
In the Garden
It's time to get outside, get your hands dirty and grow a garden. Plant seeds, add water and wait for the magic!
500 Books Before Middle School: May 2026
With summer just around the corner, it's a PERFECT time to up your hobby game.
500 Books Before Middle School: April 2026
Join the 500 Books Before Middle School fun and read (or listen to) ANY books that grab your attention! Ready, set, READ!
500 Books Before Middle School: May 2026
With summer just around the corner, it's a PERFECT time to up your hobby game.
500 Books Before Middle School: April 2026
Join the 500 Books Before Middle School fun and read (or listen to) ANY books that grab your attention! Ready, set, READ!
New at JCPL
Resources for Parents & Caregivers
It takes a village to raise a child. These community partners and library resources can help parents and caregivers raise children into happy and healthy human beings.
Community Partners
Neonatal Care Leave | FAMLI
Parents with infants in neonatal care are eligible to receive up to 12 weeks of paid Neonatal Care Leave to be there at this critical time.
Colorado Universal Preschool
All Colorado children can register for up to 15 hours per week of free, high-quality preschool through Colorado's Universal Pre-K Program!
Neonatal Care Leave | FAMLI
Parents with infants in neonatal care are eligible to receive up to 12 weeks of paid Neonatal Care Leave to be there at this critical time.
Colorado Universal Preschool
All Colorado children can register for up to 15 hours per week of free, high-quality preschool through Colorado's Universal Pre-K Program!
MyJCPL Mobile App
Search the catalog, check out items, manage your account and register for upcoming events, all in the palm of your hand.