Blog Category: Children and Parenting

Presence is a Present

Posted about 19 days ago by Ann H

Think "outside of the gift box" this holiday season.

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Redesign Brings 'Wow' Factor to Saloff Children’s Library

Posted about 22 days ago by Ryan Dunn

Renovations further improve popular area of Main Library.

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Flashlight Frenzy Fun

Posted about 1 month ago by Erin P

Toledo Library partnering with Metroparks Toledo for another year of Flashlight Frenzy.

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Library-Themed Picture Books Kids Will Adore

Posted 2 months ago by April S

Explore a selection of imaginative and delightful picture books centering around a love of books and the Library.

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Using Touch in Babytime to Support Learning

Posted 3 months ago by Jan C

Babytime books and activities that involve touch and body part identification help lay the groundwork for learning from others.

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Creating a Village for 3rd Grade Success

Posted 3 months ago by Library News

Mott Branch program emphasizes creativity and skills in advance of third grade test.

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Encouraging a Love of Reading from a Young Age

Posted 3 months ago by April S

Cultivating a lifelong love of books and reading early on has innumerable benefits

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Parents are a Child's First Teacher

Posted 3 months ago by April S

Parents play a critical role in their child's early development.

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For Science! True Stories of Discovery for Children

Posted 3 months ago by Erin P

Fascinating nonfiction picture books for kids interested in science and scientists.

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Teaching Kids about Kindness

Posted 4 months ago by April S

Spread a little joy with small acts of kindness.

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10 Great Science Fiction and Fantasy Books for Kids

Posted 4 months ago by Megan M

A variety of imaginative sci-fi and fantasy books for children.

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Preparing for Kindergarten: Is Your Child Ready for School?

Posted 4 months ago by April S

What does your child need to know before entering Kindergarten?

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5 Picture Books Adults Will Love (and Kids Too!)

Posted 4 months ago by Allison F

A grown-up who has a confession to make: she loves picture books! Read on to find some of her current favorite titles that are just as enjoyable for adults as they are for kids.

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Sports Stories for Children

Posted 4 months ago by Erin P

True sports stories for kids.

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Fun Books about Furry Friends: Dog Books for Kids

Posted 5 months ago by Heather W

Great stories for kids who love dogs.

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Thunder Cake and Other Wise Tales by Patricia Polacco

Posted 5 months ago by Patti L

Grandma has a special recipe to cure a child’s fear of thunder in our featured book Thunder Cake. Also included are more warm and wonderful books by children’s author Patricia Polacco.

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Back in Time

Posted 5 months ago by Ann H

Historical fiction for kids, tweens and teens.

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How Librarians Find Good Books to Read

Posted 5 months ago by April S

The inside scoop on how librarians find good books to read.

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LGBTQ+ Chapter Books For Kids

Posted 5 months ago by Regina S

A rainbow of chapter books for and about LGBTQ+ kids and families.

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I Wonder

Posted 5 months ago by Erin P

Discover true stories of inventions, inventors and scientists with these fantastic nonfiction books for kids.

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Out of This World

Posted 6 months ago by Heather W

Learn more about the moon landing, astronauts and space with these great books perfect for grades 4-6.

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Young Immigrant Stories for Kids

Posted 6 months ago by April S

In celebration of Immigrant Heritage Month, we put together a list of vibrant picture books filled with heartfelt and inspiring stories told from the perspective of young immigrants and refugees.

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LOL! Picture Books for All Ages

Posted 6 months ago by Nikki M

Read aloud books that will have you laughing out loud.

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Kid-Friendly Books Exploring Fun with Food

Posted 6 months ago by Heather W

Engage kids with fun food-related activities.

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Picture Books with Positive Vibes

Posted 6 months ago by Patti L

Parr’s books have high kid-appeal and radiate positive messages of peace, love, thankfulness, humor and joy.

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