Kids & Parents
Learn, imagine, discover, create!
Find books, websites, homework help, and fun activities that inspire learning, spark curiosity and discovery, and connect kids and parents in the Ypsilanti community to each other and library resources. For kids 5 and under, check out the Little Ones page!
Highlights
Homework Help at YDL
October 3, 2018
Any student in grades K-8 can come to the youth department at YDL-Whittaker on Sundays from 1-4pm or Monday-Thursday from 4-8pm for one-on-one homework help. The tutors are students at …
Jason Reynolds’ “Ghost” kicks off the Ypsi Family Read
The Ypsi Family Read brings kids and families together to …
Events
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Garden to Table
Saturday, October 20 | 2:00 pm |YDL-Whittaker
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READ to the Library Dog
Saturday, October 20 | 12:00 pm |YDL-Whittaker -
Garden to Table
Saturday, October 20 | 2:00 pm |YDL-Whittaker -
Homework Help
Sunday, October 21 | 1:00 pm |YDL-Whittaker
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Book Lists
Learn to stand up for yourself, recognize your own bullying behavior, and understand what it means to be kind through these books, recommended for ages 3-8.
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The Fall 2018 Family Read Ghost by Jason Reynolds is recommended for students in grades 3-8. We want everyone to participate at the October 13 Field Day, so here’s a short list of suggested books for younger readers. Is the one you want checked out? Le …
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Read aloud as a family, even after your kids learn to read! Kids can comprehend at a higher level than they can read, so keep reading aloud to build vocabulary and enjoy an unplugged activity together.
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Books that can help you talk about death, loss, and grieving with a child ages 3-8.
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Learn and create at home with hands-on activities detailed in these books. Fun for the entire family!
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Books allow kids to see characters like themselves, or get a glimpse into other people’s lives. Both are important in today’s world!
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Great recently published books for kids ages 2-8 by African American authors.
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Apps for Kids Ages 5-12
Recommended Apps
Book Club Kits
Multiple copies of great books with discussion prompts
Book Groups
Current monthly book groups at YDL
Family Read
A Community Read for kids & families
Homework Help
In-person or online
Maker Cart
Monthly DIY projects for kids and families
Play Spaces
Play-Based Learning
Sensory Play Kits
Toys designed for people with sensory difficulties
Summer Challenge
Read, Learn, Explore
TALK: Text and Learn for Kindergarten
Build Early Literacy