Tips for Using the Library with Kids

The ultimate list of Library Resources for Parents. This guide includes tips for checking out, avoiding late fees, storing books, book activities, and more!

Libraries are a true gift to kids (and parents).

However, sometimes they require a little bit of planning to make sure your trips to the library are successful.

Here are some great tips for using the library with kids from some of our favorite moms and teachers.

It’s National Library Week! {April 14 to 20}. How will you celebrate?

Library Resources for Parents

I have a confession I LOVE the LIBRARY and have a little trouble just checking out a few books.  

Do you have that problem?

Last week we asked our Facebook Page Followers for tips on how they keep track of their library books.  It’s so great to know we have so many creative readers of The Educators’ Spin On It.

Here’s their Library Book Tips…

Do you have a tip to add?  

Tips for Storing Library Books

• Special Chair
• Hook in the Laundry Room
• Special Table
• Magazine Rack
• Plastic Crate
• Library Back
• Basket
• Homemade Storage Ideas 

Tips for On Time Returns

• Frequent Visits
• Mark on Calendar Due Dates
• Keep List on the Refrigerator of Checked Out Books
• Get email reminders from Library
• Check out the Same Number Each Time  

Going to the library changes once you have kids. It’s amazing to see how many resources they have to offer from storytime, demo classes, computers to even toys at some libraries. Although sometimes I find it hard to manage small children at the library, it’s so important for them to develop those skills and a love of books!

I figured I might not be alone with this challenge so to help you out we’ve collected our favorite tips for Visiting the Library with your child.

Tips for Visiting Library with Kids

Here’s a resource of ideas and tips for using the library with kids from some of our favorite bloggers.

10 Ways To Use Your Public Library by Creative Family Fun

9 Tips for Library Visits from A Mom with a Lesson Plan

The Ultimate Guide for Library Kitchen Counter Chronicles

Teaching Your Kids About the Library from Wikihow

25 Mini Adventures at the Library from Mama Scouts

Caring for a Library Book

Library Book Love from Boy Mama Teacher Mama

Avoiding Late Fees on Library Books

How to Find a Good Book from I Can Teach My Child

Library Tips for Visiting with Children from Obsuessed

50 Great Books for Young Readers from Teach Beside Me

Summer Reading Programs at your Library 

My First Library Card @ My Little Bookcase 

Kids at the Library- Scavenger Hunts, Bags, Cards and More!  @ Imagination Soup

Ten Reason Why Your Local Library is Fun @ Local Fun For Kids

Little Book Adventures Library Letters @ Coffee Cups and Crayons

Library Tips with Toddlers and Preschoolers:

Tips for Visiting with a Toddler from Growing Book by Book

Tips for Checking Out Books for Toddlers and Preschoolers from Stay at Home Educators

Toddlers and Libraries Do Mix from Allison McDonald @ Scholastic

Creating Your Own Library at Home:

Make a Home Reference Library from Cathy James @ Kids Activities Blog

Little Free Library Visit from Kitchen Counter Chronicles

Create Your Own Little Free Library

Using a Library Cart from Frugal Fun 4 Boys

Ideas for Library Pretend Play:

Let’s Play Librarian from No Time for Flashcards

Librarians:

Acts of Kindness at the Library from Pennies of Time

National Library Worker’s Day April 16

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