Storytimes

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Storytimes share developmentally appropriate books and other engaging elements that inspire joy and repeat sharings.

Visit the Kids' Program Calendar to see more fun programs for littles.

Babies playing during Baby Time at the library.

Baby Time

Infants 0-18 months with caregiver

Wednesdays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. 

Read, sing, bounce and play together in this storytime designed for our littlest library customers. Twenty minutes of guided rhymes and book sharing is followed by 10 minutes of play and social time with the library's toys. Each month, an American Sign Language sign is shared for early communication with your baby.

Day-of-tickets will be distributed, first come-first served, to AH cardholders only, at the Kids' World desk. 

 

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Miss Kerry presents a book at Toddler Time.

Toddler Time

19–35 months with caregiver

Thursdays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Wiggles and giggles welcome! This active storytime provides 25 minutes of guided rhymes, music, movement activities and age-appropriate story sharing.

Day-of-tickets will be distributed, first come-first served, to AH cardholders only, at the Kids' World desk.  

 

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Drawing of Snow White with elves

Kids' Time

Kids 3-6 years old with caregiver

Mondays, 9:30 and 10:30 a.m.

Build your child's literacy skills and love of reading. This 30-minute storytime offers book readings, American Sign Language learning, fingerplays, music and movement activities, all planned to help your child prepare for learning in future school environments.

Day-of-tickets will be distributed, first come-first served, to AH cardholders at the Kids' World desk. 

 

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cartoon of kids riding on flying book

Family Time

Kids up to age 6 with caregiver

Saturdays, 10 a.m.

Join us for stories, songs, movement and more at our weekend storytime for families.

Day-of-tickets will be distributed, first come-first served, to AH cardholders only, at the Kids' World desk.  

 

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Cartoon of boy and girl having milk and cookies

Wednesday Fun Nights

Kids up to age 6 with caregiver

Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m.

Come in your pajamas or your play clothes; just be sure to bring the whole family for this 30-minute evening storytime that features a different activity each week. 

No Arlington Heights Memorial Library card required. 

illustration of babies and books

Play Time

Kids up to age 6 with caregiver

Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays, 10-11:30 a.m.

Connect with your child and encourage their development through hands-on play in Kids' World. Discover additional toys and activities on Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays when morning storytimes are scheduled. 

No Arlington Heights Memorial Library card required.