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Celebrate Native American Heritage Month at MCPL!
Join us through the first week of December, 2023, for events celebrating Native American Heritage Month. Our branches will have commemorative displays as well, so come by and choose books and other materials to learn about our country’s indigenous communities. Native American Heritage Month Events Saturday, November 4, 11am-12pm Celebrate the Native Peoples of the…
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Join One Maryland, One Book Events at MCPL
One Maryland, One Book book of the year is There, There by Tommy Orange One Maryland, One Book is Maryland’s only statewide community reading program—like one big book club. It’s an opportunity for people to read a good book and come together for thoughtful discussion. The Maryland Center for the Book at Maryland Humanities, coordinator…
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Books Unite Us, Censorship Divides Us for Banned Books Week 2023
It’s Banned Books Week, the annual celebration of the freedom to read. 2022 was a record year for book challenges, per the American Library Association (ALA). Launched in 1982 to respond to a sudden surge in challenges to books in schools, bookstores and libraries, Banned Books Week highlights the value of free and open access…
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Celebrate Halloween 2023 at MCPL
Join our 2023 Halloween events! MCPL hosts a variety of Halloween events across the county in our branches. From pumpkin painting, spooky gingerbread houses and storytimes to the tried-and-true trick or treat, you’ll find your holiday fun at the library! Halloween Events Schedule Thursday, October 5: 5-7pm Teen Tober Movies and Music- at Germantown Library …
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Contemporary Conversations Presents: PA’LANTE! A Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration Featuring Author Dr. Tony Medina
Join us to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with author Dr. Tony Medina, who will discuss Latino identity/culture and his professional career journey. Dr. Medina is Professor of Creative Writing at Howard University whose work has appeared in over 100 anthologies and journals. He is the author/editor of 24 award-winning books for adults and young people,…
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Noyes Library for Young Children
The Noyes Library for Young Children is the oldest library building in the DC area, predating the Library of Congress’ Jefferson building by a few years. It is also one of about eight libraries in the United States that are dedicated exclusively to serving our youngest customers and their families. The Noyes Library opened in…
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WRITE!
Your preschool child might not be able to write recognizable letters or words yet, but it’s still important (and fun!) for them to develop their pre-writing skills. Here are some activities you can do with your child to help prepare them to be ready to write as they get older. Don’t do these all at…
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READ!
When you read to your children, you’re not just entertaining them. Reading aloud to your child is one of the most important things you can do to get them ready for school, and it’s never too early to start. Studies show that babies benefit from being read to even before they are born! When you…
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E-Resources for young children
MCPL offers a variety of electronic resources for young children. Some are streaming resources, others are downloadable. These e-resources are available 24/7, and can be accessed through MCPL’s website with your library card. American Song Listen to music from America’s past, including songs for and about children. Bookflix An online literacy resource that pairs classic…
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Rhymes
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Songs
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How to Choose Books for Your Child
Sometimes it can be hard to find the right books for your child, especially when their age, interests, and reading level change — as they should! We have a few suggestions to help: