Kids

Angle perspective on MPL Children's library stacks

About the Children's Library

The third-floor Landwehr Children’s Library features a diverse collection of books, graphic novels, movies, video games, music and magazines for young children, along with computers, reading programs, family resources and educational toys. The Children’s Library also hosts events and classes year-round, including storytimes, STEM workshops, art classes and more.

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Wiggleworms

10:00am–10:30am
Kids
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Room: Story Garden
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Music, Storytime
Event Details:

Wiggleworms is your chance to shimmy, shake, bounce, and boogie every Friday morning! Designed for learners ages 2–5, this music and movement program brings big energy to the Storygarden.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Catch Me If You Can!

10:00am–11:00am
Kids
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Room: Story Garden
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try your luck at catching the gingerbread man as you make your way through our themed obstacle course after reading the classic tale aloud. Then decorate your own gingerbread man cookie to eat.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Catch Me If You Can!

11:00am–12:00pm
Kids
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Room: Story Garden
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try your luck at catching the gingerbread man as you make your way through our themed obstacle course after reading the classic tale aloud. Then decorate your own gingerbread man cookie to eat.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Catch Me If You Can!

1:30pm–2:30pm
Kids
Registration Required
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Room: Story Garden
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Try your luck at catching the gingerbread man as you make your way through our themed obstacle course after reading the classic tale aloud. Then decorate your own gingerbread man cookie to eat.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Baby & Me Storytime

9:30am–10:00am
Kids
Library Branch: Mead Public Library
Room: Story Garden
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Babies are invited to bring a parent or caregiver to this fun and engaging storytime.  Featuring simple books, lap bounces, rhymes and songs, this class is designed to help baby build important social, motor and early-literacy skills.  T

Experience Collection for Kids

Experience Passes

Milwaukee Museum of Art building exterior

Check out a pass for free admission to local and regional attractions.

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Kids STEM Kits

Children with volcano science project

Bring home a STEM Kit, featuring books and hands-on activities designed to engage kids in a variety of science, technology, engineering and math skills.

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Storytime at Home Kits

Storytime at home graphic of animals reading books

Our Storytime at Home kits feature everything needed to practice the critical early literacy activities of reading, talking, singing, writing, and playing.

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Online Resources for Kids