Storytimes

Join us for books, rhymes, songs, and more!

We offer Storytime varieties carefully planned based on a child’s age group and developmental abilities. Stick around once the Storytime ends to play in our interactive 6 by 6 Early Literacy spaces! Space is limited at Storytimes — pick up a free ticket at the Questions Desk when you arrive.

Choose a Storytime

We offer Storytimes for different ages and developmental abilities. If you have children in different age groups, we encourage you to join us for a Family Storytime or the variety best suited for the youngest child. Older siblings are always welcome. Each child is unique, but we recommend the following ages for the different Storytime varieties:

Baby Storytime:
Birth to 18 months and a caregiver

Movin' and Groovin' Rhyme Time:
12 months to 24 months and a caregiver

Toddler Storytime:
18 months to 3 years and a caregiver

Preschool Storytime:
3-6 years and a caregiver

Family Storytime:
Fun for the whole family!

Storytime Fun at Home

6 by 6 videos on Storytimes

6 by 6 Rhyme: Here is the Beehive

Join Mary as she sings Here is the Beehive!

6 by 6 Rhymes: Big Baby

Join Grace and Johnny as they sing an original rhyme called Big Baby!

6 by 6 Rhymes: Flower Bloom

Join Becky for the rhyme Flower Bloom!

Great Read Alouds

"It's all good" with Pete the Cat!

New Picture Books

6 by 6 Ready to Read: Nurture a Reader

Books about neuroplasticity, early literacy skills, and techniques to help you foster a lifelong love of books and reading in your baby.

More Storytime Picks

Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander - for Kids!

AANHPI month in May is a great reason to explore these books!

Under Construction --> Enjoy the Great Outdoors

Please enjoy these books all about construction work and enjoying the great outdoors!

Library Joy

Here's a list of books for young readers to help them celebrate their library joy - for National Library Week (and any week)

Become a Weather Watcher

Grab one of these titles for your child to learn about all the weather we see and experience here in Kansas!

Northwest Region Reads: Childhood Favorites

Staff at the Monticello and Shawnee branches shared children's books they loved as kids & books they now enjoy reading to their own kiddos.

Children's Music That Caregivers Can Tolerate

Like adults, children deserve good-quality music. Just not the kind that causes caregivers to cover their eyes and pull out their hair!

Storytime Anytime, Anywhere: Springtime

For parents, caregivers, or teachers looking to create a storytime experience at home or in the classroom.

Search and Find By Picture

Search-and-Find books that have you seek based on pictures, no words required. Readers of all literacy levels can participate in the search!

Picturebooks about War

If children are asking difficult questions about war, these picturebooks may help begin answering them in ways they can understand.

JoCoLibrary - Preschool - Dinosaurs

Check out these dinosaur picks for preschoolers!

Love is All Around

How does your family and community say I love you?

Storytime with Becky Carleton - Spring 2026

Becky Carleton's Spring '26 Storytime goodies are here - the songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and library items recommended for checkout!

6 by 6 Ready to Read: Nurture a Reader

Books about neuroplasticity, early literacy skills, and techniques to help you foster a lifelong love of books and reading in your baby.

There's No Place Like Home

Chidrens' books about homes and houses.

Fun Read-Aloud Toddler Picture Books from 2025

Kids benefit in many ways from hearing books read aloud. These fun 2025 picture books are great picks to read aloud to your little ones.

Picture books about unusual animals

Why do kittens & puppies get all the love? Enjoy these adorable picture books about capybaras, quokkas, axolotls, & naked mole rats.
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