Resources for Kids and Families
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library
Do you have a child age 0-5 and would like free books sent to your home? Dolly Parton's Imagination Library is available through United Way of Carlton County. Get a free book each month until your child turns 5 by signing up!
Ojibwe Language Learning
Looking for resources on learning Ojibwe? Check out our Ojibwe language section in the library as well as these amazing sites!
This website created by the Great Lakes Fish and Wildlife Commission provides many language learning resources including interactive games, books, stories, and more! We also have their books in physical versions in our collection at the library.
Use this resource to search words in Ojibwe or English, and see the translations. You can also hear pronunciation of the words by Ojibwe speakers.
Storytime Resources
Looking to do a storytime at home? Start here for some great resources curated by our children's librarian!
This website is created by two Children's Librarians who dedicate their time to compiling all the best songs, storytime books, and more to help you have a successful storytime!
This blog is your go-to spot for flannel board inspiration! Flannel boards are a great way to tell a story using props, in this case, a felt board and felt characters or objects. Find your next idea here!
Miss Morgan's Go-To Storytime Books
Check out our children's librarian's list of favorite storytime books.
Does your child need help finding good books to read? Try this easy-to-use database to discover new books!
Access thousands of ebooks and audiobooks through your library using Libby! This app is great for kids too, with a large variety of picture books and chapter books available. Borrow them instantly for free using the app on your phone or tablet.
Your library card unlocks FREE live online tutoring, educational games, practice tests, and endless exploration with Brainfuse. Connect with a live tutor from ANY device with an internet connection and your library card!
The Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library (MBTBL) provides direct library service to Minnesotans with print disabilities. Visit their website to see eligibility requirements.