Kids

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Johnson County Library has a robust collection of books, movies, materials and more for growing minds and young readers! Our library branches each host an array of books for children age 6 to 11, as well as the young at heart. Stop by our branches for fun activities and exciting events, or stream online content wherever you are!

New Books for Kids

Graphic Novels Full of Adventure!

Subject Spotlight: Science Stories

Newest Staff Picks

Youth titles by Latinx Authors

Books featured in 2025 Latinx/Hispanic Heritage Month Battle of the Books at Leawood Pioneer Branch.

Staff Picks

If You Liked: Minecraft Omnibus

All of these titles take place in a video game or fantasy worlds with quests similar to those encountered in Minecraft.

Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated in the United States starting September 15th until October 15th.

Intergenerational Friendships in Cinema

Representations of friendships between different generations in movies.

Developing Money Management Skills - For Kids!

Money management skills can be hard to learn, but luckily the library has got you covered.

Upcoming Events

Sewing Fun for Kids

Oct 22nd | 4:00pm - 5:30pm
In this hands-on, fun, friendly workshop just for kids, we’ll complete a practice project and pick up sewing basics! All materials provided.

R.E.A.D. to a Pet

Oct 13th | 3:45pm - 5:00pm
The Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program enhances children’s reading skills by reading to a registered therapy dog or cat.

R.E.A.D. to a Pet

Oct 13th | 3:45pm - 5:00pm
The Reading Education Assistance Dogs (R.E.A.D.) program enhances children’s reading skills by reading to a registered therapy dog or cat.

Scribbler Society, part of a series

Young writers ages 9 - 12 are invited to this one-hour collaborative writing club. Prompts, activities and encouragement will be provided!

Online Resources

literacy resources

ABCmouse

Interactive books, educational games and activities designed for young learners ages 2 to 8+. In-Library use only.

BookFlix

Favorite stories come to life as video storybooks with read-along text, paired with a related nonfiction eBook. For grades pre-K to 3.

Lightbox

Hundreds of interactive nonfiction books that integrate multimedia into each page. Enjoy online, no downloads required. For grades K-12.

Libby

Our largest collection of eBooks, eAudiobooks and eMagazines for all ages.

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Read-Alikes

Read all the books in your favorite series? JoCoLibrary staff recommend these books to read next!

Book recommendations by JoCoLibrary Staff

The Wild Robot

These books feature robots, animals, and occasionally humans who find themselves trying to survive in strange or dangerous surroundings.

Diary of A Wimpy Kid

Likeable characters, cartoony illustrations, adventures, humor.

Dog Man

Dog Man Read-alikes via NoveList!

Hatchet read-alikes

Children's books with high adventure that will keep you in suspense.

Homework Help

Extra education for Early Elementary

Brainfuse HelpNow

Live tutors daily 2 - 11 p.m., plus writing feedback, test prep, customized learning plans, career path exploration and various study tools.

The World Almanac for Kids Elementary

Kid-friendly reference specifically for elementary grades through illustrated articles, videos, interactives, fun facts and more.

The World Almanac for Kids

One-stop resource for middle school student reports and research, plus teacher resources.

Let's Learn Together!

Understanding Modern Math

Hi-Lo Books for Growing Readers

Nonfiction Graphic Novels

#NotJustBooks

New movies, games, and audiobooks for kids

Best audiobooks for 3rd graders and up

Best audiobooks for 6th to 8th grade

Nintendo Switch games available now!

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