Programs for Kids & Families

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Digital Learning

Our digital media learning programs are designed as a fun way for the community to learn how to use digital media to succeed at work, school, and life in general.

Early Learning

Nurture childhood development through our early learning programs.

For schools and teachers

We offer many services to Seattle-area daycares, elementary schools, and other community agencies serving children.

Gaming

We offer board games, drop-in chess and video game console sessions for teens and tweens at some Library locations.
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Global Reading Challenge

The Global Reading Challenge is a Battle of the Books program for 4th and 5th graders enrolled in Seattle Public Schools.

Kids Café

Free meals and snacks are available for kids and teens in need after school during the school year and all summer long at select branches.
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LibraryLab

LibraryLab is a place where science, technology, engineering and math are fun and interactive!

My First Library Card

To celebrate children getting their first Library card, children age 0 - 6 will receive a special "My First Library Card" tote bag.
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Programas en español para niños y familias

Organizamos decenas de eventos gratuitos en español o bilingües para niños cada mes.

Story Time

Our story times are active learning opportunities where kids of all ages enjoy stories, rhymes, songs and fun with our children's librarian.

Student Success

We offer programs and services to help students of all ages succeed in school.
Summer of Learning

Summer of Learning

We have offered summer reading and learning programs for Seattle youth since 1919.

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Native American Books for Kids

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