Growing Readers, Thinkers, and Creators: Five Literacy Practices Published on June 30, 2026 As children in Kindergarten through 5th grade grow from learning to read to reading to learn, the Five Literacy Practices—Read, Write, Talk, Play, and Sing—help build confident, curious, and creative readers. Tagged as: , Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Resources
Screen Time That Sparks Curiosity Published on June 30, 2026 Looking for fun, educational websites your child will actually enjoy? We’ve gathered some of our favorite kid-friendly online resources that encourage reading, creativity, problem-solving, and exploration. Tagged as: , Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Resources
Family Fun for Full Schedules Published on June 09, 2026 From Saturday storytimes to therapy dogs to summer adventures, Siouxland Libraries makes family time easy, fun, and stress-free. Discover free programs designed to fit real family schedules while helping kids learn, play, and grow. Tagged as: , Birth to 5, Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Programs and Events, Abby B.
Stompin' Stompin' T-Rex: Let the Summer Reading Program Begin! Published on May 27, 2026 The Summer Reading Program is underway, with the theme Unearth a Story! Get ready for fun programs, prizes, and lots of reading. Tagged as: , Birth to 5, Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Teen, Adult, Book Recommendations, Movies and Television, Kara V.
Flipping the Script on the Summer Slide Published on May 26, 2026 Fixing the “summer slide” requires proper encouragement from primary caregivers to help kids find joy in reading. There are different ways children can learn to see reading as more than just a “boring” task required for school, and it starts at home (or at the library) with books and other resources geared towards their unique interests. Tagged as: , Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Resources, Services, Ben W.
Picture Books the Whole Family Will Love Published on May 12, 2026 Not just for little ones—all ages will enjoy these books. Tagged as: , Birth to 5, Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Book Recommendations, Tricia B.
The Ten Essentials: Tales on the Trails (Everybody Reads) Published on March 03, 2026 Everybody Reads will have you hitting the state park with a good book, a walking stick, and a relaxing hammock. Tagged as: , Birth to 5, Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Adult, Programs and Events, Kara V.
Ageless Appeal: Children’s Books Adults Can’t Put Down Published on September 02, 2025 Get in touch with your inner child! These children’s series are well-loved by readers of all ages. Tagged as: , Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Adult, Book Recommendations, Tricia B.
Meet First Chapters: Our Newest Collection Published on August 19, 2025 Acting as a bridge between Easy Readers and Children’s Fiction, First Chapters offers shorter, easier chapter books for young readers. Tagged as: , Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Book Recommendations, Collection, Leah T.
Books to Celebrate Disability Pride Month Published on July 08, 2025 Celebrate in July by reading one of these books featuring people with disabilities. Tagged as: , Birth to 5, Kindergarten to 5th Grade, Teen, Adult, Book Recommendations, Digital Library, Hannah V.