Ready, set, bloom! Looking for a way to log all your books while you are at home? Take part in ICPL’s Spring Reading Challenge!
Put some spring in your step and get reading. Log onto to our reading site to record your books read and complete fun at-home activities. All ages are encouraged to read and record your progress online over our extended Spring Break. Earn badges for every book read. Plus, complete 8 fun activities to earn even more badges! Program is for all ages and runs from March 23-May 23, 2020.
ICPL sharing online storytimes during closure
Check out our Storytimes! Your Children’s Librarians are bringing you shortened versions of our favorite stories, rhymes and songs.
We've also made a playlist of all of the storytimes we have posted since the Library closed.
Remote learning options for kids
While the Iowa City Public Library is closed, the Children's Department wants to keep supporting babies, kids, tweens and their caregivers. The Library has many resources for kids to use from home.
OverDrive for Kids Find eBooks & Audiobooks to stream or download to your device or computer.
Abdo Zoom Databases For grades K-2, learn about animals, biographies, and school subjects. Includes activities and resources for teachers.
Kanopy Stream kid friendly movies to your TV, device, or computer.
Check out our Storytimes! Your Children’s Librarians are bringing you shortened versions of our favorite stories, rhymes and songs.
Unlimited Harry Potter ebooks and audiobooks available
We are thrilled to announced that the ebook and audiobook versions of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone are available for UNLIMITED access through our digital collection in the month of April.
Download the Libby app to unlock the magic. Online help is available Mon - Fri 10am - 5pm.
This update is part of the #HarryPotterAtHome program running April 1-30 to bring magic to our readers of all ages during these uncertain times.
