Oakland History is Black History at Children's Fairyland
Hands-On with Children's Books
Pop-up, lift-the-flap, and other interactive books get kids involved in the reading experience!
Kids' Reading Lists
Wondering what books to choose for your kids? Try these OPL staff picks!
Picture Books for Filipino American History Month
Celebrate Filipino American history all year long with these engaging picture books for children (bilingual stories in English and Tagalog).
Celebrate Diwali (Deepavali): The Festival of Light
At OPL, children can explore the traditions and stories of Diwali through a wonderful selection of picture books and children’s books.
Programs for Children
Hey Families
Science Fridays, part of a series
Come learn about science once a month, on the second Fridays of the month, at the West Oakland Branch!
Capoiera Angola, part of a series
Come join the East Oakland Capoeira Angola Study Group and practice Capoeira Angola.
Juegos de Mesa para Familia | Family Board Game Day, part of a series
Oct 11th | 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Conoce nuevos amigos, ven y jugar juegos familiars o aprende uno nuevo. Meet new friends and play familiar games, or learn new ones!
Tactile Art Making, part of a series
Come create art! This monthly mixed media collage and upcycled textiles workshops are designed to be inclusive of all ages and abilities.
Ideas for Family Fun
Read ideas for engaging activities your whole family can do together.
Family Activities
Black Panther Free Breakfast Program
Library Assistant Marco Frazier profiles one of the programs organized by the Black Panther Party - The Free Breakfast for School Children.
Picture Books for Filipino American History Month
Celebrate Filipino American history all year long with these engaging picture books for children (bilingual stories in English and Tagalog).
Celebrate Diwali (Deepavali): The Festival of Light
At OPL, children can explore the traditions and stories of Diwali through a wonderful selection of picture books and children’s books.
Black Panther Free Breakfast Program
Library Assistant Marco Frazier profiles one of the programs organized by the Black Panther Party - The Free Breakfast for School Children.
Picture Books for Filipino American History Month
Celebrate Filipino American history all year long with these engaging picture books for children (bilingual stories in English and Tagalog).
Celebrate Diwali (Deepavali): The Festival of Light
At OPL, children can explore the traditions and stories of Diwali through a wonderful selection of picture books and children’s books.
New Children's Books
Homework Help
OPL's online resources for kids will get you through any report.
Tutor.com
Free online tutoring for students K - 12th grade, college students, and adult learners as well as job search, interview & resume assistance.
Transparent Language
Transparent Language is a powerful language learning resource offering online instruction in over 140 languages plus English.
Tutor.com
Free online tutoring for students K - 12th grade, college students, and adult learners as well as job search, interview & resume assistance.
Transparent Language
Transparent Language is a powerful language learning resource offering online instruction in over 140 languages plus English.
Hey, Kids!
Storytime at OPL
Baby Bounce
Baby Bounce
This storytime is designed for the littlest of library visitors and is very interactive. After storytime, it's playtime!
Toddler Storytime
Toddler Storytime
At toddler storytime you'll find songs, active rhymes, and stories especially for kids 18 months to 3 years-old.
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime
Our preschool storytimes are perfect for children who are 3 to 5. We'll read books, sing songs, and play together. Expect lots of smiles!
Family Storytime
Family Storytime
Have children of different ages? Bring them all! These stories and activities are for everyone.
Developing your child's literacy skills
Talk
- Respond to what your child says. If your toddler says “truck,” you can say, “We saw a truck today.” You can respond to babbling or even silence.
- Talk in the language most comfortable for you. Babies’ growing brains can easily learn more than one language.
Play
- If you read books about animals, make the animal sounds.
- Let your child play with books. Try making a tower and knocking it down.
Sing
- Sing the A-B-C song, nursery rhymes, funny songs or any songs you like.
- Clap to the rhythm.
- Sing songs in any language.
Read
- It’s okay to read just a little bit of a book.
- Try board books. They have hard pages your baby can throw, bite, and hit.
- Your toddler can flip the pages and play with the book.
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