Inside the Children’s Department: What to Expect

• We have removed all toys and seating, and tables have been turned into display spaces.  Take-and-Make crafts are available, and we are always happy to help you!
• The Children’s Department is open for browsing only.
• Patrons and staff are required to wear a mask at all times while inside the library, per the Governor’s mandate. Masks should fully cover the nose and mouth.  Children under 2 are exempt.

Storytimes During Coronavirus

It is the highlight of our week to share storytime with your family.  All storytimes are now virtual until further notice.

Please join us on our Facebook page where we post our virtual storytimes!   A Facebook account or registration is not required for viewing.  Simply click the links and enjoy.

Monday, May 10th: Virtual Letter “R” Storytime.  Join us for a storytime on Facebook that relates to the letter “R”! You can also pick up a Letter R Learning Packet in the library to go along with this storytime. The packet includes activities suitable for ages 3-6. Packets will be available in the Children’s Department.  Quantities will be limited.  While supplies last.  Curbside pickup is available; please email us at middletownreads@gmail.com with your name and phone number.

Monday, May 17th: Virtual Family Storytime

Click the picture above to register.

1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Reading Challenge

The 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge fosters an early love of reading and builds early literacy skills.  Open to babies through preschool.  Find it on our Beanstack page!

Keep your reading journey going by logging 100 books read before High School! This challenge is meant for students in K-8. For every 20 books read, you’ll receive a free book.  This challenge can only be completed once.  Download the Beanstack Tracker to your phone or tablet, search for Middletown Public Library (RI), and follow the prompts to either create an account or sign in.

Reading Recommendations and Lists

2022 Rhode Island Middle School Book Award Nominees

2022 Rhode Island Children’s Book Award Nominees 

Want more great book lists?  Register for Beanstack and take a look at our curated reading lists and also opt in to receive weekly reading recommendations.