Your kids are special to us.

We want them to learn to love stories that will stretch their imaginations. And build the reading skills they‘ll need for success in school and life. Let us show you the best books, share reading tips, and fill your library visits with free events including storytelling, music, and hands-on learning.

Babies

(http://champaign.org/parents/babies)

It‘s never too early to read to your baby. We‘ll share tips for teaching your baby to read, fun learning activities, and our favorite books for wee ones.

Preschool Tot Spot

(http://champaign.org/parents/preschool_tot_spot)

Active learning keeps toddlers bright-eyed. Find out about our reading clubs, free activities at the library and around town, plus books we recommend.

Elementary

(http://champaign.org/parents/elementary)

When homework hits, we can help. We‘ll also help you pick great books, find fun reading clubs for your kids, and see what‘s happening in your schools and your community.

Homeschools

(http://champaign.org/parents/homeschools)

We’ll support your homeschooling and connect you with other helpful resources.

Homework Links, Reading Clubs, Fun Stuff

It’s all in our Just Kids section, but parents can visit, too. more

Reviews of Books for Kids & Teens

Find them in the Children’s Literature Comprehensive Database.
At-home Use
In-library Use

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NoveList Plus:
Reading Suggestions

Find books that children may like, based on books or authors that already appeal to them, fiction and nonfiction, for all ages. Also shows Lexile reading level. For home use, log in with your Champaign library card.

At-home use
In-library use

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Tumblebooks

Tumblebooks are animated, talking books to use online anytime. They’re free, and there’s no special software to download. Learn more about how they work.

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Our Gift Book Suggestions

See what books our staff recommends for gift-giving, for infants to grade 2; for children in grades 3 to 5; for adults; and for teens.

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Get Your Child Ready to Read

Take your little one to the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and activities that build reading and language skills. For event details, go to our event calendar and look for preschool events (in blue).