Let's Read: Explore Our Libraries
ABOVE: Virtual Storytime with Folsom Public Library
When I was a child, going to the library was a magical journey. My brother and I had permission to pick out whatever childrens’ literary delight we wanted. On top of that, my little mind couldn’t comprehend how it was all absolutely free! To me, it was as good as ice cream (well, almost). That evening, after gathering a stack of reading wonders, my mom would read to us. Our favorites were the whimsical, always-a-hidden-safety-lesson Berenstain Bears. This was always my mom’s ticket into an adventure to keep us entertained, but also ensured we would always associate the library with happy memories of joy.
Our local libraries have always been a valuable resource to our community—now, when we’re practicing social distancing and going to the library in person may not be an option, these community gems have upped their virtual game even more to help keep kids of all ages entertained and engaged...creating new memories of joy.
ABOVE: Virtual Storytime with Roseville Public Library
Placer County Libraries
placer.ca.gov/2093/Library
facebook.com/placerlibrary
instagram.com/placercountylibrary
placer.ca.gov/2093/Library
facebook.com/placerlibrary
instagram.com/placercountylibrary
CHECK OUT: With your library card, you can borrow (FOR FREE!) eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, eNewspapers, and Movies to view on your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader. Note some services require associated apps that you need to download to access these resources.
HOMEWORK HELP: Members can receive free online tutoring (available only from 1-10 p.m.), test prep, and skills building exercises with Brainfuse.
GET THE ECARD: Sign up here: placer.ca.gov/FormCenter/Library-10/Placer-County-Library-ECard-Application-161
Roseville Public Library
roseville.ca.us/library
facebook.com/rosevillelibrary
instagram.com/rsvl_libraries
roseville.ca.us/library
facebook.com/rosevillelibrary
instagram.com/rsvl_libraries
FOR THE KIDS: Tune in to their FB and Insta pages for virtual storytime.
CHECK OUT: With your library card, you can borrow (FOR FREE!) eBooks, eAudiobooks, eMagazines, eNewspapers, and Movies to view on your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader. Note some services require an associated apps that you need to download to access these resources.
HOMEWORK HELP: Members can receive free online tutoring (available only from 2-10 p.m.), test prep, and skills building exercises with Brainfuse.
GET THE ECARD: Sign up here:
https://library.roseville.ca.us/cgi-bin/koha/opac-memberentry.pl
El Dorado County Libraries
eldoradolibrary.org
facebook.com/placervillelibrary
instagram.com/edclibrary
eldoradolibrary.org
facebook.com/placervillelibrary
instagram.com/edclibrary
CHECK OUT: With your library card, you can borrow (FOR FREE!) eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines, view on your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader.
NOT JUST FOR THE KIDS: Talk, read and sing...together/apart! Explore the library’s new interactive storytime and chat opportunities through Zoom. Follow FB and Insta for topics, times and sign-up instructions.
BEANSTACK: The library has several online book clubs to help you keep track of your reading, share book reviews and explore activities. Available for all ages.
GET THE ECARD: You can get a temporary library card by singing up here:
https://eldo.ent.sirsi.net/client/en_US/default/search/registration/znbc/SYMWS/true?
Folsom Public Library
folsom.ca.us/library
facebook.com/folsompubliclibrary
instagram.com/folsomlibrary
FOR THE KIDS: Tune in to their FB and Insta pages on Tuesdays at 11 a.m. for Mini Storytime.
ZIP BOOKS: You can get select books and audiobooks delivered to your home. Email the library for more information: [email protected]
CHECK OUT: With your library card, you can borrow (FOR FREE!) eBooks, and eAudiobooks to view on your smartphone, tablet, computer or eReader. Note some services require an associated apps that you need to download to access these resources.
NEW SERVICES: The library already features a collection of databases along with online learning and reading products, but are adding new products daily including:
TumbleBooks are animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they’ll love. TumbleBookLibrary books will launch right from your browser on your device. Intended for kids age K-6.
TumbleMath is a math supplement that helps kids learn math skills through interactive stories. Intended for grades K-6.
AudioBook Cloud is a smaller collection of AudioBooks, but there are no holds, waitlists or due dates. All books stream rather than being downloaded.
Romance Book Cloud is a collection of romance books ranging from mild to steamy.
TeenBookCloud is an online database of eBooks with a selection of Graphic Novels, Enhanced Novels, eBooks, classic literature, National Geographic videos, educator resources, and audiobooks.
Miss Humblebee’s Academy is an interactive kindergarten-readiness program that introduces children ages three to six to key concepts in math, science, social studies, language and literacy, art and music.
EBSCO eBooks for Public Libraries has tens of thousands of eBooks focused on non-fiction to support students and adults with lifelong learning. Desktop and mobile devices must install Adobe Digital Editions. Kindle format is not supported at this time.GET THE ECARD: Email [email protected]
by Tara Harbert / Photos courtesy of their respective organizations