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Just Checked In for Children

This list is regularly updated and shows some of the latest items that have been checked in at the library.

Jul 19 11:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Watch Freely: Raya and the Last Dragon

Jul 12 11:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Watch Freely: Migration

Jun 21 11:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Watch Freely: Wonka

Jun 28 11:30 a.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Watch Freely: Kung Fu Panda 4

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Richland Library Main

Kids in Print 2024

Congratulations to the artists and authors featured in this year's edition of Kids in Print!

Aug 03 12:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Play Freely: A Sensory Friendly Edition

Jun 18 6:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Celebration in Black: From Gullah to Freedom

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Social and Emotional Learning Picture Books

Social and emotional learning books are an educational tool that helps build social and emotional skills such as, managing emotions, problem-solving and creating positive relationships. These skills are essential for students to learn. Books with SEL themes allow children to learn through characters and plot. Through stories, children learn how to analyze a problem they face in their own lives and come up with solutions.
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Wordless Picture Books

Telling a story with only pictures. Wordless picture books provides children with an opportunity for literacy rich conversations. Each “reader” listens and speaks, and creates their own story in their own words.
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The 2024 Stonewall Book Honorees for Children’s Books

The Stonewall Book Awards, sponsored by the American Library Association’s Rainbow Round Table, honors books for children and young adults with the Mike Morgan and Larry Romans awards. Each year, these prestigious awards honor outstanding English-language works that amplify queer voices, stories, and experiences, inviting readers to explore the diverse tapestry of queer experiences. For more information, visit the Stonewall Book Award website.

May 04 12:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

Play Freely: A Sensory Friendly Fun-Filled Event

May 25 12:00 p.m.

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Richland Library Southeast

End Of School Year Blast!

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Children's Horror | 2023 Releases

In the mood for something a little scary? Check out these 2023 releases to find the perfect title for this Halloween season!
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Honoring Hip Hop's 50th Anniversary: Youth Titles

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Hip-Hop emerging from the streets of the Bronx in New York City. Over the last 50 years Hip-Hop's influence has reached music lovers world wide, creating a culture and life style of its own. These titles bring the music and rich culture of Hip-Hop to life for young audiences. 
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Being You: Body Positivity and Self-Image for Children

Picture books with a body positive message can be great tools for developing healthy self-image in children. When we celebrate and accept all bodies, we embrace diversity. With stunning illustrations that truly capture what makes each of us different and unique, these reads will help you feel free to be you!