For Kids
Our programming is currently decreased due to COVID-19, but we still want to hold as many online programs as we can!
You can find Preschool Storytimes online by clicking the link. Also keep watching our Facebook page for more program announcements, fun resources and videos, and great activities for kids.
We hope to see you online and hear about how you're doing! Stay tuned for more information and follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
Children's Preschool Storytimes - Meeting January through May and September through November
- Currently suspended due to high community transmission of COVID-19. Watch for more info!
- Stories, crafts, and special guests designed for preschool children ages 4-5.
Baby Storytimes - Meeting January through May and September through November
- Baby songs, stories, giggles, and rhymes for children 2 years and under with their caregivers.
Other Children's Events:
- Book Worms Book club for Kids grades 3-5 - Designed for kids in grades 3-5. In this book club, we will discuss one book each month and create a craft or activity related to the month's book. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate along with their child(ren). If you plan to participate, register on our Eventbrite page!
- Exploring STEAM, K-2nd Grade- Science Technology Engineering Art & Math. Each session explores a high-interest topic kids are curious about with experiments & activities. Currently being offered via Zoom. Learn more on our Eventbrite page!
- Exploring STEAM, 3rd-5th Grade- Science Technology Engineering Art & Math. Each session explores a high-interest topic kids are curious about with experiments & activities. Currently being offered via Zoom. Learn more on our Eventbrite page!
- Animal Profiles Archives - Find educational guides that can serve as a useful reference or as "homework help" for any students out there.
- TedEd - is TED's youth and education initiative which aims to spark and celebrate your child's ideas.
- North Carolina Elementary Battle Of The Books - This site lists each year's Battle of the Books lists.
- IPL For Kids - Tons of helpful and entertaining web resources.
- Encyclopedia.com - Has more than 100 trusted sources, including encyclopedias, dictionaries, and thesauruses with facts, definitions, biographies, synonyms, pronunciation keys, word origins, and abbreviations.
- Fact Monster Dictionary - Definitions of thousands of words and games and links for word lovers.
- Fact Monster Encyclopedia - Access articles from the Columbia Encyclopedia.
- Free Dictionary - A dictionary containing over 260,000 entries, the main source being American Heritage Dictionary of the English Language.
- Merriam-Webster World Central - Look up words in the student dictionary, build your own dictionary, read about the daily buzzword, and play games.
- The Carnegie Cyber Academy - Tips for kids and parents on internet safety as well as an interactive educational game, Carnegie Cadets!
- FBI - Kids Safety - An interactive tutorial for students by the FBI; ideal tool to incorporate into internet safety education.
- GetNetWise - Online safety guide, tools for families, ways to report trouble, and websites for kids.
- Online Tools For Parents And Children - Lists several sites to help you navigate the Internet with your child
- SafeKids - Rules for online safety, guidelines for parents, and information about filtering software.
- Connect Safely - This site is dedicated to educating users of connected technology about safety, privacy and security. Here you'll find research-based safety tips, parents' guidebooks, advice, news and commentary on all aspects of tech use and policy.
- ALA Great Websites For Kids - Guidelines to follow on how to keep safe while using the internet.
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Hocutt-Ellington Memorial Library
Physical Address
100 S Church Street
Clayton, NC 27520
Phone: 919-553-5542
Current Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 9 am to 7 pm
Friday: 9 am to 5 pm
Saturday: 9 am to 2 pm