14 libraries for kids on Staten Island, 14 free. Story times, lapsits, kids rooms. Includes St. George Library Center and Charleston Library.
Families come for free story times and sing-alongs for the youngest readers, while school-age kids use the space for reading, computers and homework after class. Staten Island's largest library, a short walk from the ferry terminal, with a family literacy space and a teen room.
Kids can pick out picture books, early readers and graphic novels, and the branch runs NYPL's free early-literacy story times for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. A roughly 10,000-square-foot South Shore branch with dedicated children's areas and programs.
Families come for free story times and sing-alongs for the youngest readers, while school-age kids use the space for reading, computers and homework after class. Its children's room includes a separate area set aside for preschoolers.
Little ones can join lapsit and toddler story times that mix songs, rhymes and books, and older kids can borrow books, use computers and get help finding homework resources. The entire second floor of this branch is given over to children, so little ones have plenty of room to explore.
Kids can pick out picture books, early readers and graphic novels, and the branch runs NYPL's free early-literacy story times for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. One of Staten Island's newer branches, with a modern layout that gives North Shore kids space to read and play.
Families come for free story times and sing-alongs for the youngest readers, while school-age kids use the space for reading, computers and homework after class. A New Dorp Lane branch that normally hosts children's programs; it is closed for renovations.
Little ones can join lapsit and toddler story times that mix songs, rhymes and books, and older kids can borrow books, use computers and get help finding homework resources. A historic Carnegie branch on the North Shore that normally offers a children's room and family programs.
The children's area stocks board books through middle-grade novels, and librarians lead free story times plus seasonal activities like Summer Reading. Near Historic Richmond Town, this branch is known for story times, crafts and kids' book discussions when open.
Kids can pick out picture books, early readers and graphic novels, and the branch runs NYPL's free early-literacy story times for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Near the South Beach boardwalk, the branch has hosted LEGO building, story times and game sessions for kids.
Little ones can join lapsit and toddler story times that mix songs, rhymes and books, and older kids can borrow books, use computers and get help finding homework resources. A historic Carnegie branch with a modern addition, offering programs for every age including young children.
The children's area stocks board books through middle-grade novels, and librarians lead free story times plus seasonal activities like Summer Reading. A mid-island branch with a large children's area and books in a range of languages.
Kids can pick out picture books, early readers and graphic novels, and the branch runs NYPL's free early-literacy story times for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. A Carnegie branch at the southern tip of Staten Island, and among the oldest libraries in the borough.
Families come for free story times and sing-alongs for the youngest readers, while school-age kids use the space for reading, computers and homework after class. It has a teens-only Teen Center with board games, a writing center and a Nintendo Switch, plus an auditorium and backyard used for community events.
The children's area stocks board books through middle-grade novels, and librarians lead free story times plus seasonal activities like Summer Reading. A South Shore neighborhood branch serving Huguenot families with books and children's programs.
LittleGotham lists 14 libraries for kids on Staten Island.
Yes. 14 of 14 are free to attend, including St. George Library Center, Charleston Library, Dongan Hills Library.
14 listings are indoors, such as St. George Library Center, Charleston Library, Dongan Hills Library.
Stapleton (1), Charleston (1), Dongan Hills (1).