Celeste, Kids World, Author at Eisenhower Public Library

Drop-in for Kids Winter Craft Saturday December 2nd!

On Saturday, December 2nd, 2023, we'll have Kids Winter Craft Day. This is a drop-in program- so no registration needed!

Are You Joining the Battle?

Battle of the Books Season is gearing up. Time to seek out your school's Battle coach and join the team!
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November’s Storytime Registration Begins Soon!

November's storytime is wrapping up this week, which means a new storytime session is around the corner!

Let’s Play!: Online Alien Trivia Game

With the solar eclipse occurring on October 14th, we can't help but turn our attention to the skies! And, in turn, all of the great books, movies, and TV shows that imagine life in outer space.

Hopefully the Scarecrow by Michelle Houts

""Hopefully, the scarecrow will keep the birds away," she said.
He hadn't known his name was Hopefully.
But he liked it."

Bear Has a Belly by Jane Whittingham

"Owl has eyes- Big round eyes. Owl has eyes. I do too!"

October’s Storytime Registration Begins Soon!

September's storytime is wrapping up this week, which means a new storytime session is around the corner!
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Have You Played Our Anniversary Trivia Game Yet?

Test your knowledge of 1973 kid books, toys, tv shows, fashion trends and more in this online trivia quiz about the year the Library was established.

I’m Your Ice Cream Truck by Hannah Eliot

"I deliver sweets treats that are cold and frosty and delicious to eat!"

Last Week to Log for Summer Reading!

The Kids Summer Reading program officially ends July 31st.

August’s Storytime Registration Starts Soon!

Registration for August's Storytime season will begin on Monday, July 31st, 2023 at 9:00 AM!

In celebration of Eisenhower Library's 50th year, we've put together a short online trivia quiz about the year the Library was established. Test your knowledge of 1973 kid books, toys, tv shows, fashion trends and more!

Use Your Routine Trips to Boost Literacy Skills!

Point out letters, numbers, shapes, and simple words everywhere you go! Print out these prepared game cards for added fun!
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Registration for July’s Storytime Is Opening Up Soon!

Register starting June 26th for July's 3-week storytime session. Harwood Heights and Norridge residents may register by calling the Library at 708.867.7828 or by dropping by the Kids World desk. We anticipate spots going quickly, so be sure to mark your calendars!
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June’s Storytime Registration Starts Monday, 05/22!

Registration for June's Storytime season will begin on Monday, May 22nd, 2023 at 9:00 AM!

The Boy Who Followed His Father into Auschwitz: A True Story Retold for Young Readers by Jeremy Dronfield

This true story of a family split apart. Their family lived in Austria when Nazi Germany took it over and their world turned dark very quickly: friends turned cruel, parents lost jobs, and the kids were ineligible to attend school.

Cupcake Diaries: Katie and the Cupcake Cure (The Graphic Novel) by Coco Simon

Katie starts middle school, but her first day optimism takes a hit when her best friend appears to dump her for the "popular girls club." It's not all doom-and-gloom, though as Katie meets new friends and finds a delicious place for herself in the newly created "Cupcake Club."

Figgy & Boone: The Big Cheese by Janee Trasler

Figgy is hungry, but Boone shares some terrible news "…we're all out of cheese." Now just what is a cheese-loving mouse to do? Sing about missing cheese of course!

Celebrate Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month

May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month which is a celebration of history and cultures across Asia as well as the Pacific islands of Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia; which means the rich diverse cultures from this region not only encompasses Japan, China, and India, but also the native culture in America's own Hawai'i.

Celebrate Jewish American Heritage Month

May is Jewish American Heritage Month, and with it, we celebrate the impact Jewish Americans have had on the United States.

Celebrate Kindness Day: Read!

Celebrate our community's "Kindness Day" with a great book!

May’s Storytime Registration Starts Monday!

Registration for May's Storytime season will begin on Monday, April 24th at 9:00 AM!

Celebrate Arab American Heritage Month

The Arab world is comprised of 22 countries that span from North Africa to East Asia. The culture in the Arab world is rich and diverse and well worth celebrating. This month long celebration is perfect for families with roots to the Arab world as well as for families to explore a culture and history they might be less familiar with.
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Celebrate National Poetry Month

Poetry offers wordplay perfect for readers (and listeners) of all ages. From nursery rhymes to novels in verse, there is something for everyone!