Kids (Grades K-5)

We offer a wide array of educational and recreational events for kids during the school year and over the summer. These include hands-on STEAM programs, Tales to Tails, Lego Club, and more.

Booklists for Kids - You'll find all booklists we offer for kids here. Some of these books can also be found in forms other than print. If a key is included, use these icons to find downloadable ebooks and audiobooks!

You can also discover upcoming events, new books, and other useful information in our Primary School Newsletter.

Find out more about current offerings for kids & families!

Terrific Tuesdays at Willamette Park

Calling everyone who likes fun in the sun! Join us on Tuesdays at Willamette Park, 1100 12th Street, on the Main Stage for some exciting entertainment! We offer two programs, at 10am or at 11:30am, with the exception of our last program, our StoryWalk Celebration, which will be at Fields Bridge Park and only at 10am.

Bring your picnic, a blanket, and your library card so you can checkout books while you are there. You might also want to bring water, a hat, and sunscreen. In the event of bad weather, updates will be posted on our website as well as our Facebook page.

Picture of Rault the Third and his book cover

Online Author Talk: Raúl The Third (PK-2nd Grade)

Tuesday, July 8th at 1:00 PM | This is a live virtual author talk that will be recorded and accessible for future use.

Join author and illustrator Raúl The Third as he discusses his book ¡Vamos! Let’s Go Read!. Meet Little Lobo and friends as they explore their library's Libro Love Book Festival! From cookbook demonstrations and comics workshops to mask making and language classes, this library has something for everyone and Little Lobo can’t wait to show you.

Jelly Bean Taste-Off!

Friday, July 11th at 10:30am or 11:30am.

Join us for an engaging experiment with your taste buds! Can you guess the flavor of a jelly bean if all you know is its color and what your taste buds think? Can YOU get all eleven flavors correct?

STEAM Take & Make Kit for Kids (grades K-5)

Wednesday, July 23rd - Saturday, July 26th

Want to make something fun while learning at the same time? Grab a Take and Make Kit that has contains a specific STEAM activity you can create at home when you're not playing outside in summer.

History is Child's Play

Saturday, July 26th at 10:00am.

Join the West Linn Historical Society as we travel back 200 years to a trading post formed by Oregon Natives and pioneers near the Willamette Falls.

Kate Berube, author/illustrator of "Mae's First Day of School", visiting our StoryWalk!

StoryWalk® at Fields Bridge Park!

The Library has teamed up with our Parks & Recreation Department to combine two of our favorite things: reading books and exploring the great outdoors! Together we invite you to the StoryWalk® at Fields Bridge Park.

No School? All Cool! STEAM Programs for Kids (grades K-5)

At 10:30am and 11:30am on specific non-school days.

Join us for some hands-on STEAM fun! Registration is required.

Tales to Tails!

Tales to Tails is on break for the summer. Wednesdays and Thursdays during the school year from 3:00-4:20. Registration required.

Come practice reading to one of our registered therapy dogs. Kids sign up for 20-minute sessions to read to a dog downstairs at the library. Each child chooses a book and how much reading and petting to do. Reading to the dogs increases enthusiasm for reading, develops reading skills, teaches children how to interact with pets and promotes confidence. Our dog handlers encourage interaction with their dogs and will offer help if needed. All dogs and handlers are registered therapy teams.