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My summer camp has mega sloths by Rebecca Wood Barrett,
The sunshine project by Uma Krishnaswami,
Tales from a not-so-happy birthday by Rachel Renee Russell,
The burning season by Caroline Starr Rose,
Two tricksters find friendship by Johnny Aitken,
The Weirdies by Michael Buckley, (1969-)
Thursday by Eva Amores,
The other side of Imani by Lisa Springer
Elio by Suzanne Francis,
Peachaloo in bloom by Christopher Raschka,
Horse camp by Carrie Seim,
The hat of great importance by Patrick Ness, (1971-)
The best worst summer of Esme Sun by Wendy Wan Long Shang,
Going overboard by Caroline Huntoon,
For sale! by Swapna Haddow,

Programs, Events, Services and Recommendations for Kids Events + Kids

Grow Newsletter

Grow - for families and children

Subscribe to the Grow newsletter. You’ll receive the latest information on our programs and services for children of all ages.

An adult and two children sitting on a couch with an opened book. The KFPL logo is behind. Text is overalyed on the image: "1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Read it and Reap!"

1000 Books Before Kindergarten (1BBK) is a free literacy program for newborns, babies, toddlers, and preschoolers. The goal? Read 1000 books with your little one before they start Kindergarten. Get started now!

Every Child Ready to Read

Every Child Ready to Read

Before children can learn to read, they must develop a range of early literacy skills. Learning begins the moment they are born, through language and play. Find out about the five simple practices that will help you raise a reader.

Storywalk in downtown Kingston. Cartoon image of a cow. Faded map in the background.

Kids Events

Ready for a new adventure?

Bring the family downtown any time in October, and StoryWalk® in a brand new way!

Download the map, start at Springer Market Square, and keep your eyes peeled for each page of The Cow Who Climbed a Tree in business windows.

Your adventure is spread over 18 city blocks, so bring water, snacks, and maybe a stroller or wagon for the littlest legs in your family. You'll find last page is at our Central Branch where you can rest and find more great stories to enjoy!

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Kids' book reviews

Kids Events

Calling all bookworms!

Calling all bookworms! Do you enjoy graphic novels? How about fantasy novels? Share your thoughts about books with other kids by joining the Kids' Book Reviews: Take-Home Project.

We are looking for kids to review new books. Kids will receive a free copy of the book that they review. Reviews will be posted to the KFPL website.

 

Age Group: For ages 6 to 12

Registration Deadline: October 15

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Kids Events

Recevez une vidéo à chaque semaine! / Receive a video every week!

Ce programme présente des histoires racontées de vive voix, accompagnées de chansons, de comptines, et d’activités en nature! Une fois par semaine, nous vous enverrons ce lien et vous pourrez réécouter chaque programme autant que vous voulez! 

This special program will include read-alouds, songs, rhymes, STEM facts and more. This program will be provided mostly in French, with some helpful instructions for English speaking parents. A link will be emailed out to all registrants each week, and you'll be able to watch it as often as you like! 

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