Children

Welcome to the Library. What may we help you imagine?

Register and participate online, at https://hptx.beanstack.org, for the 2022 Children’s Summer Reading Club.

Story Time

Join us for virtual Baby Bounce story time on The Friends of the Highland Park Library’s Facebook Page.

• Thursdays at 10:00 a.m. - This story time is designed for babies and to help parents incorporate early childhood literacy practices at home.  

Join us for in person Story Time at Town Hall.

• Fridays at 10:00 and 10:45 a.m. - These story times are designed for all ages. Bring a blanket, read stories, sing, and follow along with Miss Laura and Miss Vanessa. 

Craft Time

Families, get crafty with the Library. To-Go Craft Kits are available for pick up at the Highland Park Library. You can email lcollins@hplibrary.info to reserve a kit in advance.

Once you have picked up a kit, visit Miss Laura’s craft tutorials online  to learn origami and create some of your favorite characters.  

Virtual Courses and Links from the Library

For all ages and interests:

• Tutorials with Printable Instructions for Youth
• Craft Videos, Lectures, Special Performances, and Learn with Laura Videos for Teens

Power imagination with these helpful digital resources: 

• Homework Help
• Search Children’s Digital Titles on Overdrive

Explore and create with online educational activities available through the following links:

• Arts and Activities
  • Dallas Children’s Theater - Provides links to plays and shows.
    
  • Google Arts and Culture  - Take a virtual tour and explore famous sites, landmarks, and museums around the world.
  • DSO Kids - Join the Dallas Symphony Orchestra to learn about composers and instruments. Plus, enjoy mini concert videos.
  • PBS Kids - Games, videos, contests and more - all based on your favorite PBS Kids shows.
  • Crayola Crafts at Home  - DIY crafts for kids and adults, along with educational resources.
  • Hobbies and Crafts Reference Center - Login with your library card number and PIN to find "how-to" instructions for virtually every hobby enthusiast.
• Science
  • STEM Activity Clearinghouse  - Discover STEM activities to do for all ages.
  • Bring The Dallas Zoo to You - Enjoy virtual visits, videos, and activities with the Dallas Zoo staff.
  • National Geographic Kids  - Explore the animal kingdom with videos, fun facts, and trivia.
  • Perot Museum - Activities and Projects  - Explore nature and science at home and in your backyard.

The Highland Park Library faithfully serves as the community’s Connection to Lifelong Learning.