For more information about the Library’s Preschool Services, please contact Holly Jin at 847.324.3117 or by .
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Please note: We make every effort to select websites that are suitable for family viewing; however, the Library has no control over individual website content, sponsors, or advertisements. We encourage parents to explore and enjoy the Web with their children.
Web resource
Available with Skokie Public Library card
Available in Library only
Online Resources
Early World of Learning from World Book Online
Activities to help build vocabulary, comprehension, phonics, and reading skills
Kids' Books We Love
Book reviews written by Youth Services staff
Parents & Caregivers at Skokie
Public Library
Links to information for parents and caregivers about books and media, consumer product ratings and reviews, health and wellness, and schools and learning
Skokie Preschools & Child Care Centers compiled by Skokie
Public Library
A detailed directory of services offered by local preschools, child care centers, home day care providers, extended care services, and social services agencies
Special Formats & World Languages for Kids
Youth materials in unique formats such as puppet/book sets, adapted books, video games, early literacy materials; and items available in other languages
TumbleBook Library for Kids
Online picture books, chapter books, puzzles, and quizzes in English, Spanish, Chinese, and French
Print and Electronic Publications
Early Childhood Educators Guide
An overview of Skokie Public Library services and materials available to early childhood educators
Early Learning News
A Youth Services e-newsletter about new books, teacher resources and websites, storytime tips, Library program highlights, and reading readiness activities
Programs and Services
Annual Preschool and Child Care Fair at Skokie Public Library
A yearly opportunity for parents to meet representatives from Skokie-area preschools, child care centers, enrichment programs, social service organizations, and early intervention agencies
Note: Please see Library Services for
Early Childhood Educators: Programs and Publications for additional information about the Preschool
and Child Care Fair
Come
On In!
Specialized services, programs, resources, and a variety of stimulating activities for children of varying abilities
What's Going On? in Youth Services
Library programs, storytimes, activities, special events, and reading clubs for preschoolers, siblings, friends, and families