Kids
Books, resources, events, and programs for kids and tweens.
Digital Library for Kids
Homework help, encyclopedias, e-books, magazines, maps, and more!
Homework Help
Homework help, resources, helpful volunteer tutors, and places to study.
Library Go
Easy to use. Impossible to lose. Saint Paul Public Library's virtual card for students.
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New Items in the Library Catalog for Kids
Book Lists & Recommendations
Alebrijes: Keepers of the Island
In honor of "Alebrijes: Keepers of the Island," we’ve curated a list of recommended reads that dive deeper into Mexican folk traditions.
Read Brave 2025: Picture Books
Each of these picture books touch on different themes featured in "Akata Witch" in an age-appropriate format for younger people ages 0-8.
Black-African Americans and Labor (Children/Juvenile)
Our young people are a source of Inspiration. Let's encourage them towards greatness.
Books About Death and Dying for Elementary Schoolers
These titles address death and dying in a developmentally appropriate way. They can be a good tool for learning, discussion and processing.
Bookflix
Watch and read along with video storybooks! BookFlix pairs classic fictional video storybooks with nonfiction e-books.
OverDrive/Libby for Kids
E-books and e-audiobooks for kids. Read or listen using the Libby app.
Ebooks Minnesota K-5 Collection
In this exciting compilation of titles for young readers, children will learn and explore fun, vibrant books on a wide range of topics.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Your guide to reading for elementary and middle school students. Find award-winners, recommended books, author biographies, and more.
Bookflix
Watch and read along with video storybooks! BookFlix pairs classic fictional video storybooks with nonfiction e-books.
OverDrive/Libby for Kids
E-books and e-audiobooks for kids. Read or listen using the Libby app.
Ebooks Minnesota K-5 Collection
In this exciting compilation of titles for young readers, children will learn and explore fun, vibrant books on a wide range of topics.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Your guide to reading for elementary and middle school students. Find award-winners, recommended books, author biographies, and more.
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What's New for Kids and Tweens
ToshoCon 2025
Join us for ToshoCon 2025, a free anime convention hosted by the Saint Paul Public Library!
Alebrijes: Keepers of the Island
In honor of "Alebrijes: Keepers of the Island," we’ve curated a list of recommended reads that dive deeper into Mexican folk traditions.
Dive into Summer Break at the Library
From puppet shows to screen printing, SPPL has free events for kids and teens all summer! Explore programs by age, location, and interest.
Spring Break at your Library
FREE fun, hands-on learning activities for kids and teens from March 28-April 6.
Read Brave 2025: Picture Books
Each of these picture books touch on different themes featured in "Akata Witch" in an age-appropriate format for younger people ages 0-8.
Black-African Americans and Labor (Children/Juvenile)
Our young people are a source of Inspiration. Let's encourage them towards greatness.
Books About Death and Dying for Elementary Schoolers
These titles address death and dying in a developmentally appropriate way. They can be a good tool for learning, discussion and processing.
Maud Hart Lovelace Division II Book Award Nominees
Children's choice book award given annually by Minnesota Youth Reading Awards and the youth of Minnesota. Division II is for grades 6-8.
Maud Hart Lovelace Division I Book Award Nominees 2025
Children's choice book award given annually by Minnesota Youth Reading Awards and the youth of Minnesota. Division I is for grades 3-5.
2025 Star of the North Book Award Nominees
The nominees for the 2025 Star of the North Picture Book Award is one category of the Minnesota Youth Reading Awards.
Books About Girlhood for Tweens
Middle grade (ages 8-12) books to accompany the Smithsonian's "Girlhood (It’s Complicated)" at exhibit the Minnesota History Center.
Books About Girlhood for Kids
Picture and chapter books for children to accompany the Smithsonian's "Girlhood (It’s Complicated)" at exhibit the Minnesota History Center.
Winter Break
FREE fun, hands-on learning activities for kids and teens from December 21-January 5.
Explora Middle
Middle school-appropriate magazine, journal, and encyclopedia articles, including primary source documents, reference books, and multimedia.
Native American Heritage Month: Kids
Books written for kids of all ages by Indigenous authors that uplift the voices and stories of Native Americans.
What's New for Birth to Kindergarten
Read Brave 2025: Picture Books
Each of these picture books touch on different themes featured in "Akata Witch" in an age-appropriate format for younger people ages 0-8.
Picture Books About Death and Dying
Look to these books to support conversations about death and dying with young children.
Life Cycles for 0 - 8 years
Titles align with the National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Accreditation Standards
Early Childhood Educators
Learn more about how the library supports early childhood educators.
Seasons for 0-8 years
Titles align with National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Accreditation Standards & emphasize inclusivity, diversity, and equity
Community Helpers for 0-8
Titles align with National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Accreditation Standards & emphasize inclusivity, diversity, and equity
All about Me for 0-8
Titles align with National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC) Accreditation Standards & emphasize inclusivity, diversity, and equity
Little Learners
Engaging and free events for kids ages 0-5 Saturdays at 10:30 a.m. at a library near you.
Trucks, Tractors and Other Big Vehicles
If you have a little one who loves big vehicles this list of stories is for you!
Picture Books About Anger
The picture books for young children focus on identifying and processing anger.
Picture Books about Worry, Anxiety, and Fear
These picture books for young children focus on identifying and coping with worry, anxiety, and fear.
Banned and Challenged Picture Books
This list is comprised of the most frequently challenged picture books, which you can find right here at SPPL.
Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month: Picture Books
Young readers can celebrate the strength of history, tradition, culture with these picture books chosen in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month.
SPPL's Summer Spark Program Keeps Kids Reading
Kelsey Johnson-Kaiser, SPPL's Youth and Family Services Manager, share ideas on on how to keep kids reading all summer long.
"What Happened to you?": Picture Books About Disabilities
When young kids encounter someone with a disability for the first time, they usually have questions. These books encourage conversations.