Kids and Families

1000 Books Before Kindergarten
It’s never too late to start!
Resources for Parents
Every Child Ready to Read
The best advice for families with young children is to read together every day. TALKING, SINGING, READING, WRITING, AND PLAYING can help your child succeed in school.
Big Hearted Families Reading Lists
Lists of children’s books on specific topics, curated to encourage empathy and kindness. Ask a librarian how to find some of these books at the SCFPL, with discussion cards inside!
Child Development Basics (CDC)
Great resource for parents to learn about the basics of child development: what’s normal, what you should be concerned about, and what parenting practices help children the most.
Community Links
Family Resource Center St. Croix Valley
Library Programs

An Escape Room Adventure
No School – No Problem! Join us on your day off…
January 16th @ 10 am – Can you find your way out using the clues?
Library Blog

Winter Storytime
Join us for storytime Wednesdays at 10:15 am Winter session begins January 4th and runs through March 8th
Talk, Sing, Read, Write, Play
Helping a child learn to read seems like a daunting task, but it's really not that mysterious. There are five simple activities you can do with your child that will help them develop the necessary skills. Talk. Ask your child open-ended questions. Encourage them to...