Kids

Kids Spotlight

Winter Break Programs

Dec 20th - Jan 5th | 9:00am - 8:00pm
Main & Robert Crown Library Branch
Looking for things for your kids to do over winter break? Visit both library locations for kid-friendly events and activities.

Museum Passes

Go on your favorite museum adventure by requesting museum passes from EPL!

"Anytime Activities" During Winter Break

Dec 11, 2025
Stop by Evanston Public Library during our operating hours to enjoy the following December "anytime" offerings for kids!

Golden Hour Karaoke

Dec 31st | 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Sing in the New Year! Kids are invited to take the mic and perform their favorite songs from hit movies and musicals.

Genres We Love: Historical Fiction Novels for Kids

Have you finished a historical fiction novel that you loved and hungry for more? Check out these middle grade historical fiction novels.

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Upcoming Events

Noon Year's Eve Storytime

Dec 31st | 11:30am - 12:15pm
Ring in 2026 with Miss Jess at this daytime Noon Year's Eve storytime!

Get matched with a book!Get matched with a Kid's Book!

Tell us what books for kids you like (and don't!) and our librarians will recommend your next favorite book. 

Tell us what books for kids you like (and don't!) and our librarians will recommend your next favorite book. 

Online Resources for Kids

Kids' Homework Help

Continue the learning outside of school! Access these online resources designed to engage kids' curiousity at various age levels.

Digital Magazines for Young Patrons!

Let the fun and learning begin by checking out these digital magazines using your Libby app!

Hoopla Kids Mode

Hoopla Kids Mode offers adults and their children kid-friendly digital content from eBooks and eAudiobooks to movies, TV shows, and music.

Comics Plus Children's Library

Comics Plus lets you read tons of children's graphic novels, comics, and manga anytime!

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Your gift supports equitable access to the diverse programs and collections that build a more engaged and connected Evanston. 

Staff Picks

Winter Family Films

A list of family films to warm up to during the winter months.

It's a Winter Wonderland!

Cozy up and stay warm with these winter reads for a variety of ages!

Picture Books on Emotional Regulation

These reads for children ages 3 to 8 provide guidance, support, and emotional management techniques for those tough times.

New & Noteworthy Children's Books December 2025

Check out these great new books for children! Book descriptions and age/grade recommendations are from the publishers' websites.

New Arrivals

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