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Children's Library
Our Expanded Children's Library:
- Children's Computers, Free WiFi, Internet Access
- Extensive Children's Collection
- Expanded Young Adult Section
- Friendship Opportunities
- Weekly Storytime with Free Take Home Crafts, both in the Park and Online (scroll toward bottom of this page for past online stories, free crafts are available inside Children's Department)
- Summer Reading Program
- Ongoing Book Sale inside the Library! @(Model.BulletStyle == CivicPlus.Entities.Modules.Layout.Enums.BulletStyle.Decimal ? "ol" : "ul")>
Library cards are free to obtain and only require proof of residency in the area (I.D. or mail addressed to your local residence) and some basic information. Children as young as 5yrs may sign up as well with a parent/guardian present. Library cards provide free access to not only books/DVDs/puzzles etc, but an array of outstanding resources such as free online classes, other Yavapai County Library items, Ancestry research, digital materials, and much more. No need to be bored during pandemic closures…sign up today! We are open for the public to come inside M-F 9-6 and Sat 10-2.
Read with permission of the publishers, videos available for viewing through June 30th:
Come pick up free weekly take home crafts inside the Children's Department since we are reopened to the public! If you need specific help/input from the Children's/Youth Librarian such as book ideas just ask, or contact RLaurence@chinoaz.net or 928-636-9115
Contact Us
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Rebecca Laurence
Children's Librarian
Chino Valley Public Library
Email the Library
Physical Address: 1020 Palomino Road
Mailing Address: 1982 Voss Drive #101
Chino Valley, AZ 86323
Phone: 928-636-2687 (Main)
Phone: 928-636-9115 (Children's Library)
Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Closed Sundays and holidays
Staff Directory
Do you know of another great website worth checking out? Having trouble with one these links? Let Mrs. Rebecca know! Email: Mrs. Rebecca
Kids – ask permission from a grown-up in your family before getting online. Remember to be careful on the internet. Don’t click suspicious-looking links, and don’t reveal sensitive personal information such as your address, phone number, or location.
Languages & Literacy:
Our Library's Resources
Fun & Free Site to Learn a New Language (Bilingual)
English/Spanish Themed Learning Activities (Bilingual)
Find Neighborhood Library Cupboards to Swap Books
Hear Celebrities Read
Help Struggling Readers & More
Free books mailed to you! (Prescott zipcodes only... Hopefully coming soon to Chino 2021!)
Customize Your Own READ Poster
Fun Author/Illustrator Activities:
Find Favorite Series, Coloring Pages, & More!
Dav Pilkey Activity Sheets
Mo Willems Doodle Lessons
Pete the Cat Activities
Ask an Author
Hear Authors Read Books
Science, Health, & Nature:
Hear Astronauts Read from Space
Watch Aquarium Web Cams
How to Talk to Your Kids About Corona Virus (Bilingual)
COVID-19 E-books (Bilingual)
Fun Exercise-Take a Break From Screentime
National Park Virtual Tours
MORE National Park Virtual Tours
Explore the USA with Aerial America
Explore Space with NASA
40 Great Science Sites
Sports You Can Play at Home
Math & More:
Learn Math Through Books ($)
25 Best Math Sites
Fun Daily Math
Engineering Activities
Jr. Handyman projects/STEM
Financial Literacy Tips & Games
Arts & Humanities:
Blank Comics, How To Draw, Writing Prompts etc
Over 6,000 Free Culture References Items
Dance at Home!
Explore Creativity
Learn to Paint (and Boost Your Mood!) with Bob Ross
Sing and Learn with the Laurie Berkner Band
Teaching Resources, Help, & Curriculum:
Online K-12 Education Courses
Special Needs Resources
Search Printable Picture Schedules for Inspiration
Purchase Teaching Items Created by Teachers ($)
Activities/Printables for Preschoolers
Nature/Sensory Based
Activities for Kids
Fun Inexpensive STEM Activities
Teacher Insight & Inspiration
Distance Learning Help
Tools for Teaching
K-12 Reading Help
100 Activities to Try at Home
Notable Children's Digital Media
Tips/Resources for Working at Home with Kids
Chart of Family Activities to Try
K-12 Literacy Help
Fun Learning Games & Shows:
PreK-Jr. High, Coloring Pages, too!
Funny Educational Song Parodies & More!
For 2-8yrs or 8-13yrs
(free-30 days)
Learn with PBS Kids
Jigsaw Puzzles - Customize Image & Difficulty Level
Learn with Disney Jr.
Learn with Nick Jr.
Helpful Hacks & Sites:
Chrome Enhancements to Help with Learning
Help with Homework/Facts
Museum/National Park/Zoo virtual tours and info on current travel restrictions
Discover Topical Books and Websites
Preview Media before Your Kids Watch
Coloring for Charity Group
Everything from SAT practice, to Origami, to Fun Facts Here
Explore any Location on Earth!
Translate a Language
Enjoy!