Create your own learning moments!

All of the activities listed below have been created to help children and families learn, create and share from wherever they are. 

 

 

Jul 02 3:30 p.m.

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Richland Library Sandhills

STEAM Studio: Archaeology

Trowels, shovels and screens, these are just a few of the tools needed to dig up artifacts from the past as an archaeologist. In this program archaeologists will walk through what they carry with them for excavations. Participants will have a chance to practice screening for artifacts, and using tools found in every archaeologist's field bag.

Event Type(s):

STEAM

Audience(s):

School age children (6-12 years)

Apr 27 10:00 a.m.

Event
Richland Library Wheatley

Young Geniuses: Earthworm Coding

Join us for a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, Math) focused craft. Learn important concepts, exercise your creativity, and have tons of fun, all at the same time!

Event Type(s):

STEAM

Audience(s):

Preschoolers (3-5)
Pride
Neither
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Picture Perfect Pride: Queer Picture Books for the Whole Family

  • Sally T.
  • Thursday, June 05
You are never too young to be PROUD of who you are! Embrace queer stories and pride year-round with these excellent picture books that represent a myraid of different queer identities. Some are explicitly about LGBTQ+ rights, some simply feature queer characters on other adventures. Either way, they bring a rainbow of joy to the reader.
A Kid's Guide to Backyard Birds
Birds
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Read All About It: Beautiful Birds

  • Monday, April 28
This time of year offers each of us the opportunity to witness the marvel of migration as our feathered friends make their way to family and food. In celebration of World Migratory Bird Day, share these books with your family to deepen your knowledge of birds, their life cycles and how to keep them safe. If you're looking for ways to support our birds during this busy time, you can:
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Richland Library Main

Kids in Print 2025

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 28
Congratulations to the artists and authors featured in this year's edition of Kids in Print!
Database

Fiero Code

 Fiero Code is a learn-to-code software program designed for children, teens, and adults to learn multiple coding languages to build your own website, video game, app or animation.

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Richland Library Main

First Steps to the Library: Dig Deep!

  • Heather M.
  • Thursday, October 17
First Steps to the Library highlights the skills young children need to be ready for school and helps caregivers understand how they can grow these skills. This month, we focus on messy play and exploring the outdoors.
Blog
Richland Library Main

First Steps to the Library: Where is Thumbkin? Here I Am!

  • Heather M.
  • Thursday, September 14
First Steps to the Library highlights the skills young children need to be ready for school and helps caregivers understand how they can grow these skills. This month's school readiness skill is about building your little one's social skills through conversation.
Blog
Richland Library Main

First Steps to the Library: Do You Need Directions?

  • Heather M.
  • Friday, September 08
First Steps to the Library highlights the skills young children need to be ready for school and helps caregivers understand how they can grow these skills. This month's school readiness skill is about growing your child's knowledge of early math concepts like direction, size and shape.
Blog
Richland Library Main

First Steps to the Library: Big Words & Big Dreams

  • Heather M.
  • Friday, July 07
First Steps to the Library highlights the skills young children need to be ready for school and helps caregivers understand how they can grow these skills. This month's school readiness skill is about growing your child's proficiency with your home language.
Blog
Richland Library Main

First Steps to the Library: You Did It! I Did It!

  • Heather M.
  • Tuesday, May 23
First Steps to the Library highlights the skills young children need to be ready for school and helps caregivers understand how they can grow these skills. This month's school readiness skill is about growing your child's self-esteem and confidence through connection.
Alba Series. Book 1, Lost
Alba Series. Book 2, The Plan
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Level 1 Decodable Chapter Books: Alba Series

  • Emily J.
  • Tuesday, May 16
This 12-book series follows the adventures of the feisty and determined Anna. She uses her super-sleuthing and problem-solving skills to battle the mighty superbugs who threaten to destroy her father’s scientific work.
The Clam
Crabs!
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Level 1 Decodable Chapter Books: Magic Belt Series

  • Emily J.
  • Tuesday, May 16
Looking for action and adventure? The Magic Belt series follows Zak’s quest to save his grandfather’s life. He sets out on a magical quest to collect hidden gems that will unlock the cure for grandfather illness. Zak races against time as he hurdles through obstacle after obstacle.
Buzz, Buzz
Get Up!
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Decodable Readers: Whole Phonics Level 1 Series

  • Emily J.
  • Wednesday, May 10
Whole Phonics Early Level 1 Series are designed for students who know all the consonant and short vowel sounds. New readers feel empowered because they can sound-out unfamiliar words without guessing and steadily build their reading skills. These books are completely “decodable” meaning that they use simple words and only short vowel sounds as the first stepping stones into reading. Decodable readers series slowly progress into more complex reading concepts moving from simple one-syllable words (fan) to multisyllabic words (fantastic).
A Cap
The Fab Cab
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First Decodable Readers: Whole Phonics Off We Go Series

  • Emily J.
  • Wednesday, May 10
Whole Phonics Early Readers are designed for students in the first stages of reading. New readers feel empowered because they can sound-out unfamiliar words without guessing and steadily build their reading skills. These books are completely “decodable” meaning that they use simple words and only short vowel sounds as the first stepping stones into reading. Decodable readers series slowly progress into more complex reading concepts moving from simple one-syllable words (fan) to multisyllabic words (fantastic).
Blog
Richland Library Main

First Steps to the Library: It's Okay to Play

  • Heather M.
  • Monday, April 24
First Steps to the Library highlights the skills young children need to be ready for school and helps caregivers understand how they can grow these skills. This month's school readiness skill is about the importance of play.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Kids in Print 2023

  • Heather M.
  • Wednesday, April 26
Congratulations to the illustrators and writers featured in this year's edition of Kids in Print!
Troublemakers in Trousers
Black Girls Unbossed
Staff Picks

Trailblazers: Inspirational Women Throughout History

  • Taelor J.
  • Wednesday, March 01
“Women are leaders everywhere you look—from the CEO who runs a Fortune 500 company to the housewife who raises her children and heads her household. Our country was built by strong women, and we will continue to break down walls and defy stereotypes.” —Nancy Pelosi This booklist features books that share the stories of amazing women; their strength and courage to overcome barriers and bravery that helped pave the way for future generations of females.
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Richland Library Main

First Steps to the Library: Movers and Shakers

  • Heather M.
  • Wednesday, February 15
First Steps to the Library highlights the skills young children need to be ready for school and helps caregivers understand how they can grow these skills. This month's school readiness skill is about self-expression and creativity.
Staff Picks

What's New at the Riverbanks Zoo & Garden

  • Taelor J.
  • Tuesday, February 14
What was once Riverbanks Zoo & Garden's Aquarium Reptile Complex has now gotten a new look and a new name! The Darnall W. and Susan F.
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Richland Library Main

What's your resolution?

  • Adele C.
  • Tuesday, January 07
No matter what your resolutions are for the new year, we hope that the library can play a part in helping you achieve your goals.
Blog
Richland Library Edgewood

Dinner Table Talks: Indigo Dreaming

  • Taelor J.
    Heather M.
  • Wednesday, December 21
Dinner Table Talks create the opportunity for families to have important conversations centered around books. These discussions will build our capacity for talking about race and define our roles in fighting against both every day and systemic racism.
The People Remember
Too Small Tola and the Three Fine Girls
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2022 Holiday Gifts for Early Elementary

  • Richland Library
  • Sunday, December 04
Did you know that reading every day from an early age helps expand your child’s attention span? The early elementary ages are a great time to develop those skills by reading both novels and picture books aloud to your child. Whether reading independently or together, being surrounded by books will nurture their reading and will help them go from beginning to read to reading fluently.
I Love You a Latke!
Global Baby Playtime
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2022 Holiday Gifts for Babies & Toddlers

  • Richland Library
  • Sunday, December 04
Babies and toddlers are getting an introduction to the world of books. Reading to them on a daily basis helps them develop a routine where they begin to associate love, interaction, and family with books. Looking for even more good books? Check out our personalized recommendations or call us at 803-799-9084.
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StudySC

Explore South Carolina through StudySC! Learn about your community, South Carolina history, and the people who have made a significant impact on the state and the world.

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Isaiah Dunn is My Hero
Unspeakable
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South Carolina Children's Book Award Nominees 2022-2023

  • Heather M.
  • Sunday, June 19
The South Carolina Children's Book Award is granted annually by the South Carolina Association of School Librarians (SCASL). The nominees represent quality contemporary literature for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th graders, selected by students, parents, teachers, and librarians. Below are the 2022-2023 nominees in print, audio, and ebook formats.
Stuntboy, in the Meantime
Ancestor Approved
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Great Books for Ages 9, 10, 11 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"This is Stuntboy. This guy, right here. Him. You can't tell just looking at him, but he's the greatest superhero you've never heard of." --Stuntboy, in the Meantime by Jason Reynolds
Too Small Tola
Too Small Tola
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Great Books for Ages 7, 8, 9 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"Tola is the youngest in her family. And the smallest. And everybody calls her Too Small Tola, which makes her feel too-too small." --Too Small Tola by Atinuke
When Lola Visits
I Talk Like a River
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Great Books for Ages 5, 6, 7 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"Summer feels like the last golden hour of the day drifting into an indigo night." --When Lola Visits by Michelle Sterling
Eyes That Speak to the Stars
Bright Star (read Along)
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Great Books for Ages 3, 4, 5 | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"My eyes gaze into space and glimpse trails of light..." --Eyes That Speak to the Stars by Joanna Ho Preschoolers are listening to longer books and asking LOTS of questions. They are growing their independence along with their attention spans. Bring your book lover to Richland Library and pick up one of these terrific titles today.
Change Starts with Us
On the Go with Mother Goose
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Great Books for Babies | 2022

  • Richland Library
  • Wednesday, May 11
"Change starts with learning about the world."--Change Starts with Us by Sophie Beer Snuggled in your lap, babies love books with photographs, simple, bright illustrations, rhyming and the sound of your voice. Find your little one's new favorite story from our list of books to share.
No More Plastic
Reuse This Book!
Staff Picks

Read All About It: Taking Care of Mother Earth

  • Heather M.
  • Monday, April 18
"She took a deep breath, let it out slowly, and decided to make a change."--No More Plastic | Alma Fullerton Discover how pollution and litter damage the air, land and seas and what you can do each day to take care of our planet. Earth day is every day when you read one of these books. Find more great stories when you Read All About It: This Land is Our Land.
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Richland Library Main

That's Gross!

  • Caitlin B.
  • Monday, April 18
Does your kid love reading about, talking about, asking questions about "gross" things like poop, mud, and slime? You've come to the right place.
Jabari Jumps
Violet Shrink
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StoryWalk®: Jabari Jumps Read-Alikes

  • Richland Library
  • Thursday, April 14
Visit Richland Library's Jabari Jumps StoryWalk® at Hyatt Park or pick up the book from your neighborhood library and find your courage to try something new. Next, check out some of these good books to continue the stories at home! Looking for even more good books? Check out our personalized recommendations or call us at 803-799-9084.
Blog
Richland Library Main

Dinner Table Talks: Missing Daddy and Dad Bakes

  • Heather M.
    Jocelyn T.
    Taelor J.
  • Tuesday, June 06
Dinner Table Talks create the opportunity for families to have important conversations centered around books. These discussions will build our capacity for talking about race and define our roles in fighting against both every day and systemic racism.
Soul Food Sunday
Food
Staff Picks

Read All About It: Tasty Treats

  • Heather M.
  • Monday, April 04
Check out these tasty treats that look good enough to eat--I mean, read. Whether it's a delicious thick red stew shared with neighbors, a food truck rodeo or applesauce in your hair, these books offer a veritable buffet of cuisines and experiences to share together. (Some of these books even offer recipes so you can make food with your friends and family!)
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Richland Library Edgewood

Dinner Table Talks: Buffalo Bird Girl: A Hidatsa Story

  • Taelor J.
    Heather M.
    Jocelyn T.
  • Friday, November 04
Dinner Table Talks create the opportunity for families to have important conversations centered around books. This conversation focuses on the nonfiction children's biography, Buffalo Bird Girl: A Hidatsa Story by S.D. Nelson.
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Richland Library Main

A-maize-ing Corn Husk Dolls

  • Richland Library
  • Monday, November 29
A perfect Fall activity to spice up your holiday; the art of corn husk doll making is steeped in tradition and fun for the whole family.
I Am a Bird
They Call Me River
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StoryWalk®: I Am a Bird Read-Alikes

  • Richland Library
  • Friday, November 12
Looking for even more good books? Check out our personalized recommendations or call us at 803-799-9084. The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
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Richland Library Main

DIY Storytime: How Do You Wokka-Wokka?

  • Heather M.
  • Wednesday, October 27
Curated storytimes that families can share at home with an ebook (How Do You Wokka-Wokka?), songs and rhymes ( Peel Banana | Drama Warm Up, Banana Banana Meatball Song by Blazer Fresh and If All of The Raindrops by Old Town School of Folk Music) and activity (Learn 5 dance sequences choreographed by Barbara Howse-Diemer)
Child enjoys StoryWalk at Doko Meadows in Blythewood
Service

Find a StoryWalk® Near You

Located at public parks throughout Richland County, our StoryWalks® are a delightful way for children — and adults — to enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time.

How Do You Wokka-wokka?
Tap Tap Boom Boom
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StoryWalk®: How Do You Wokka-Wokka? Read-Alikes

  • Richland Library
  • Monday, August 16
Visit Richland Library's How Do You Wokka-Wokka? StoryWalk® at Caughman Road Park or pick up the book from your neighborhood library and find your courage to try something new. Next, check out some of these good books to continue the stories at home!
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Richland Library North Main

DIY: Viruses Science Activity

  • Jocelyn T.
  • Wednesday, March 23
In this experiment, you will follow directions and learn how important it is to protect yourself from viruses by washing your hands.