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Kid's Corner

About

Welcome!  The dedicated staff members of the Library work every day to grow young readers, spark imaginations, connect resources, create experiential programming, and develop community relationships supporting youth.

We encourage you to find a program just right for your child: from early childhood programs that build early literacy skills (Toddler Time & Preschool Story Time), to programs for children in elementary school, where children can create and learn.  The Library loves working with parents and teachers to support their great work through resources, tours, and programs.

 

With your Library card, you may choose from the Library's collection of DVDs, CDs, hands-on learning kits, eBooks, and over 9,000 children’s books to take home with you.

 

Drop by the Children's Desk on the Children's Floor and say hello.  We look forward to meeting you!  

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Children's Picks

Look no further for ideas about what to read next. Check out our Children's Reader Resources for Staff Picks, Best Seller Lists, Award Winning Book Lists, and Reading Recommendations & Reviews. We also hope you'll stop by the library for our awesome selection of books, CDs, and movies - or just to play with friends & family on the Children's Floor.
 

Is there a book you hope we'll buy? Fill out our Suggest a Purchase Form!  Do you have a comment or an idea for us? Need help finding something or have a question about the library? Contact us at library@vwarner.org or chat with a staff member.

Kid's Picks
Children's Programs

Looking for ways to get involved at your library?  Come to Library Programs!

The library offers regular programs each month, and other seasonal programs throughout the year. Check the library calendar each month for latest updates on Kid's programs.

Upcoming Programs!

  • Sep 29, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Stories and Crafts on Fridays at 10 am are for children of all ages and their caregivers! Amazing stories, songs, and crafts make this storytime great for the whole family to enjoy! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 02, 9:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Pick up free supplies to make your own fall and Halloween scratch art postcards to mail to a friend or family member. Available while supplies last. One per person, please.
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  • Oct 04, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Toddler Time on Wednesdays at 10 am is perfect for you and your little one, ages 1-3! We have so much fun dancing to songs and listening to stories! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 06, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Stories and Crafts on Fridays at 10 am are for children of all ages and their caregivers! Amazing stories, songs, and crafts make this storytime great for the whole family to enjoy! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 07, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Learn how to take care of neglected gravestones with a product called D2. We’ll discuss how to properly rinse, clean and protect graves for years to come. Wear something you don’t mind getting dirty and join as at Woodlawn Cemetery! All ages are welcome.
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  • Oct 11, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Toddler Time on Wednesdays at 10 am is perfect for you and your little one, ages 1-3! We have so much fun dancing to songs and listening to stories! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 13, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Stories and Crafts on Fridays at 10 am are for children of all ages and their caregivers! Amazing stories, songs, and crafts make this storytime great for the whole family to enjoy! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 18, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Toddler Time on Wednesdays at 10 am is perfect for you and your little one, ages 1-3! We have so much fun dancing to songs and listening to stories! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 18, 6:00 PM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Wear your best costume and join us for our Spooky Campfire on the lawn! We’ll provide the hot chocolate and spooky stories, just bring your blankets and chairs and prepare to get spooked! This is a youth-focused event and parents/caregivers should plan to attend. Registration is required.
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  • Oct 20, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Stories and Crafts on Fridays at 10 am are for children of all ages and their caregivers! Amazing stories, songs, and crafts make this storytime great for the whole family to enjoy! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 23, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
    Vespasian Warner Public Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Learn about the natural world of Illinois with informational handouts and fun activities for all ages. October will feature bats! This drop-in event is free and open to the public. Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 25, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Toddler Time on Wednesdays at 10 am is perfect for you and your little one, ages 1-3! We have so much fun dancing to songs and listening to stories! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 25, 2:45 PM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Fall Leaves Frenzy! Join us for a lot of fun as we explore activities after school on early out Wednesdays! All supplies will be provided. Spots are limited and registration is required for this program. Ages 8 +. Please register at go.illinois.edu/Extravaganza.
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  • Oct 27, 10:00 AM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Stories and Crafts on Fridays at 10 am are for children of all ages and their caregivers! Amazing stories, songs, and crafts make this storytime great for the whole family to enjoy! Advance registration is not required.
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  • Oct 31, 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM
    Vespasian Warner Library, 310 N Quincy St, Clinton, IL 61727, USA
    Join us for Trick or Treating at the Library! Drop in anytime all day to pick up a goody bag from the Children’s floor! Trick or Treat bags are available to the first 250 children. EMC Photography will be here from 4:30 to 6:30 to take pictures. Be sure to wear your costume and stop by!
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1000 Books Before Kindergarten

 

1000 Books Before Kindergarten is a family challenge that celebrates early learning & the fun of sharing stories!  The best way to ensure a child has the skills necessary to learn to read is having someone read aloud to them.  They will learn that letters make sounds, sounds make words, and words make stories!  Create life long memories and instill a love of reading in your child.  Any child from birth until kindergarten, can sign up at any time.  Count any books read at bedtime, storytime, by teachers, librarians, family, & most importantly YOU!   If you read it more than once, count it!  Ebooks count, too.  Your end date is when your child begins kindergarten.  Sign up at the Children’s Room desk.  You will get a log to track your first 100 books (a check mark in a shape or have your child color it in).  Bring it back to us when you reach 100 for a certificate and a new log.  We will put a sticker displaying your child’s name in the library book of your choice.  From then on everyone who checks out the book will see that you are participating in 1000 Books before Kindergarten.  Your child’s name in a book is your option. 

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DOLLY PARTON’S IMAGINATION LIBRARY

IS NOW AVAILABLE IN DEWITT COUNTY! 

 

What Is The Imagination Library?

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is a 60 volume set of books beginning with the children's classic The Little Engine That Could.  Each month a new, carefully selected book will be mailed in your child's name directly to your home.  Best of all it is a FREE GIFT!  There is no cost or obligation to your family! 

Who Is Eligible?

Children under the age of five in DeWitt County!

How Do I Sign Up?

Simply click the sign up button & follow the directions!

When Will I Receive Books?

Eight to ten weeks after your registration form has been received, books will begin arriving at your home & will continue until your child turns five or you move out of the covered area.

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This program is currently full.  You can still sign up for the waiting list by following the link above and printing off the forms that you need to register.

Kid's Programs
Summer Reading

Summer Reading Has Come To An End!

While we are sad that Summer Reading is over, we are so excited to announce

that we had OVER 750 people of all ages sign up for the

"Find Your Voice" Summer Reading Program this year!  WOW! 

 

All of our summer readers ROCKED it this year!  Congratulations to the

grand prize winners and a huge thank you to every one of our wonderful sponsors!

Check back in May 2024 for next summer's theme and official start date!

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Summer Reading
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