JUST FOR KIDS
Welcome to the children’s department
Explore the lower level of the library, where kids can discover:
- Play areas with toys and space to explore
- Craft table and coloring sheets
- Computers for child and adult use
- Weekly activities for children and families
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UPCOMING KIDS EVENTS
Monthly Calendar
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Summer Reading 2024
It’s everyone’s favorite time of the year… SUMMER READING!! This summer’s theme, “Adventure Begins At Your Library,” encourages readers to nuture their imaginations by diving into the numerous escapades that books have to offer. We are excited for all the fun events, crafts, and activities planned this year. In addition, we challenge ALL children to read 25 books or log 250 minutes of reading. Achieve this goal and you’ll earn free books, weekly prizes, and a chance to win a grand prize!!
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Participation is easy!
Register for Summer Reading
Children of all ages are encouraged to register and will receive a FREE book. If registering online, your free book will be available to pick up in the children’s department.
Read
Not sure what to read? Everything counts! Audiobooks, comic books, e-books, old favorites, borrowed or new, all work… it makes no difference.
Visit
Every week participants can visit the Children’s Department desk and receive a small prize. While visiting enjoy a variety of events, activities, and crafts.
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Reading Goals & Prizes
registration = free book
25 books/250 minutes = free book, raffle ticket
50 books/500 minutes = raffle ticket
75 books/750 minutes = raffle ticket
100 books/1000 minutes = raffle ticket
Read beyond 100 books/1000 minutes = more raffle tickets
weekly = small prize
(cannot be backdated)
Children from birth – 4 years old who have an address with a 46052 zip code can receive a FREE BOOK in the mail EVERY MONTH until their 5th birthday!
Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library puts books directly in the hands of children across the world. Over 2,000,000 books are mailed each month as part of this program!
The Lebanon Public Library and the Friends of the Lebanon Public Library have sponsored this program to provide the books locally in our community.
Frequently Asked Questions
Imagination Library Frequently Asked Questions
I live near Lebanon but don't have a 46052 zip code. Can my child still sign up?
Unfortunately, the Imagination Library requires local funding. The current funding for this program, provided by the Lebanon Public Library and Friends of the Lebanon Library, only covers the city of Lebanon. We are hoping to expand this program to a larger area in the future!
My child is 5 years or older. Can they still sign up?
This program is an early literacy initiative from the Dollywood Foundation, and only provides books for children from birth until their 5th birthday. When a child turns 5 they receive one final book and graduate from the program.
What books will my child receive?
Every child receives a copy of “The Little Engine That Could” as their first book. After that, children receive a different book each month depending on their age. These books are selected by experts at the Dolly Parton Imagination Library and will grow with your child as they get older.
To see a list of the 2023 books, click here.
When will my child get their first book?
Your child’s first book will arrive 6-8 weeks after they are registered for the program.
Can I sign up more than one child in my household?
Yes! All children ages birth – 4 years old in the 46052 zip code can sign up for this program. Your children will receive different books depending on their birth year, and their books may arrive on different days of the month.
My family is moving, how do I change my address?
If you signed up online, you can update your information by signing into your account here. Or, you can contact the Lebanon Public Library’s Childrens Department at (765) 483-2570 or email debbie@leblib.org. We can help you see if the program will be available in your new area, and help you change your address.
EXPLORE
OUR KIDS COLLECTION AT THE LIBRARY
Check out our extensive collections of games and movies just for kids. Our diverse selection of books include print, audio and digital formats for all reading levels. You can also supplement your learning at home with our educational kits!
EDUCATIONAL KITS
Download Ebooks & More
Search Catalog
Questions About Children’s Programs or Services?
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