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
Kids Writing Group, part of a series
All you need is your imagination, a spiral notebook and something to write with! This program is for third graders and older (age 9+).
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.
Homeschool ACES, part of a series
Engage in educational activities, connect with the homeschool community, explore innovative technologies and enrich learning.
Kids Writing Group, part of a series
All you need is your imagination, a spiral notebook and something to write with! This program is for third graders and older (age 9+).
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.
Homeschool ACES, part of a series
Engage in educational activities, connect with the homeschool community, explore innovative technologies and enrich learning.
Homework Help
Online Resources for Kids & Families
HelpNow for Elementary Students
Get online homework help in English, math, science and more! For all ages, tutors are available 2 - 11 p.m.
NoveList K-8 Plus
A trusted source of read-alike recommendations specifically for kindergartners through eighth grade.
HelpNow for Elementary Students
Get online homework help in English, math, science and more! For all ages, tutors are available 2 - 11 p.m.
NoveList K-8 Plus
A trusted source of read-alike recommendations specifically for kindergartners through eighth grade.
Staff Picks & New at the Library
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: May 2025
Babies learn about books through play. Keep some board books within easy reach and let them use their senses to explore them.
Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month
Celebrate and honor the vibrant traditions, culture and impact of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander peoples!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: May 2025
Babies learn about books through play. Keep some board books within easy reach and let them use their senses to explore them.
Asian / Pacific American Heritage Month
Celebrate and honor the vibrant traditions, culture and impact of Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander peoples!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: May 2025
Babies learn about books through play. Keep some board books within easy reach and let them use their senses to explore them.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: April 2025
Being able to tell stories is a skill that helps children understand what they're reading!
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: May 2025
Babies learn about books through play. Keep some board books within easy reach and let them use their senses to explore them.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: April 2025
Being able to tell stories is a skill that helps children understand what they're reading!
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
Raising Colorado Kids
Consolidates information into one accessible, easy-to-navigate resource for early childhood services in both English and Spanish.
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!
Raising Colorado Kids
Consolidates information into one accessible, easy-to-navigate resource for early childhood services in both English and Spanish.
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!