Children’s Blog Posts
Fall 2021 CCPL Staff Art Exhibit
Are you an art lover or even an artist yourself? If so, you have something in common with some of CCPL’s finest. Join us for our Fall 2021 Staff Art Exhibit! This quarter [...]
Piscataway Peoples in Maryland
The area we call home today was first populated by Indigenous peoples from the Algonquin, Iroquois, and Siouan Nations. Among these groups, the Piscataways (also known as Conoy) were prevalent in the Chesapeake [...]
Art Junction: Fall Leaf Frame
Who’s ready to JUMP in the leaf pile?! Let us create a beautiful leaf frame! This frame is perfect for a mini giveaway gift to loved ones or a simple project to hang [...]
Native American Heritage Picture Book List
November is Native American Heritage Month. Celebrate a rich culture with these picture books. Book Recommendations We are Water Protectors by Carole LindstromWater is the first [...]
NaNoWriMo: November Writing Contest at the La Plata Library
In celebration of National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), a writing contest will be held at the La Plata Library throughout the month of November!On November 1, participants will begin working toward a goal [...]
Local Author Spotlight: Kristian Faith Daniels
Celebrate NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) with the Charles County Public Library this year by checking out some of our local authors, as part of our Local Author Virtual Showcase! All of the authors [...]
Children’s Resources
Resources for COVID-19
- A Kids Book about COVID-19 (Free Download)
- CDC/Coronavirus
- Coping During Covid: A Short Series
- Coronavirus – A Book For Children (Free Download)
- COVID-19 Legal Information and Resources
- COVID-19 Time Capsule (Free Download)
- Resources for Families During the Coronavirus
- Resources for Non-Profits During COVID-19
- Tech Tips for Parents during COVID-19
Story Time & Read Aloud Resources
Homework/School Assistance
- Brainfuse (Homework Help)
- STEM at home (Maryland STEM Festival)
- Wide Open School (instructional support from CommonSensemedia)
Events and Activity Suggestions