Elementary K-5
Beginning Readers
Beginning Readers
Children's Fiction
Children's Fiction
Picture Books
Picture Books
Children's Nonfiction
Children's Nonfiction
Ficción infantil española
Children's Nonfiction
Graphics Novels & Comics
Graphics Novels & Comics
Reading Recommendations from Library Staff
Staff Recommendations
My Librarian: Creepy Books for Brave Young Readers
Some kids enjoy a good spooky story, so here are 13 goosebump-inducing picture books and easy chapter books.
Boston Globe/Horn Book Picture Book Winners
Here is a collection of recent picture books that have won the esteemed Boston Globe/Horn Book Award.
Scary Stories for Children
Spooky books for young readers who love all things fearsome and fantastic.
Halloween History & Fun
Our best elementary school titles on Halloween history and activities.
My Librarian: Creepy Books for Brave Young Readers
Some kids enjoy a good spooky story, so here are 13 goosebump-inducing picture books and easy chapter books.
Boston Globe/Horn Book Picture Book Winners
Here is a collection of recent picture books that have won the esteemed Boston Globe/Horn Book Award.
Scary Stories for Children
Spooky books for young readers who love all things fearsome and fantastic.
Halloween History & Fun
Our best elementary school titles on Halloween history and activities.
Fabulous Friday: Events for K-6
Programs, Services, & More
Fabulous Friday: Explore Space
Oct 17th | 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Fabulous Friday: Reptiles
Oct 17th | 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Fabulous Friday: Explore Space
Oct 17th | 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Fabulous Friday: Reptiles
Oct 17th | 4:15pm - 5:00pm
Programs & Services
Programs, Services, & More
Explore with Adventure Packs
Enjoy bird watching, exploring nature, learning more about insects, or taking hikes in the forest? Then our Adventure Packs are for you!
Find a Good Read
Check out these grade-specific booklists handpicked by our librarians.
Take the Challenge!
In addition to Summer Reading and our Winter Reading Challenge, CRRL offers reading challenges throughout the year. Sign up for one now!
Learning Opportunities for Grades K-5
Resources for grades K-5 for both students and teachers.
Explore with Adventure Packs
Enjoy bird watching, exploring nature, learning more about insects, or taking hikes in the forest? Then our Adventure Packs are for you!
Find a Good Read
Check out these grade-specific booklists handpicked by our librarians.
Take the Challenge!
In addition to Summer Reading and our Winter Reading Challenge, CRRL offers reading challenges throughout the year. Sign up for one now!
Learning Opportunities for Grades K-5
Resources for grades K-5 for both students and teachers.
Educational Resources
Educational Resources
Britannica Library: Children
Children can search for information or browse arts, geography, language arts, mathematics, religion, science, social studies, and sports.
Gale in Context: Elementary
Highly visual, guided research tools for students in kindergarten through grade 5. Provided by Find It Virginia.
Gale in Context: Biography
Search for people by name, birth or death year, nationality, ethnicity, occupation, or gender.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Read-alike recommendations specifically for younger readers.
Britannica Library: Children
Children can search for information or browse arts, geography, language arts, mathematics, religion, science, social studies, and sports.
Gale in Context: Elementary
Highly visual, guided research tools for students in kindergarten through grade 5. Provided by Find It Virginia.
Gale in Context: Biography
Search for people by name, birth or death year, nationality, ethnicity, occupation, or gender.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Read-alike recommendations specifically for younger readers.
Library of Things Nature Packs
Nature Packs
S.T.E.M. Library of Things Kits
Nature Packs
eBooks, eAudio, & More
eBooks, eAudio, & More
Check Out a Playaway Launchpad
Pre-loaded tablets with content for children of all ages designed with a simple, easy-to-use interface and 100% secure.
LOTE4Kids
More than 4,500 children's digital picture books in more than 70 languages, together with English translations.
Just For Kids Access Video
Just for Kids, by Infobase, provides access to over 11,000 streaming videos for children.
Kanopy Kids Streaming Video
Stream videos from a curated selection of educational and enriching videos on Kanopy Kids with appropriate, age-based ratings.
Check Out a Playaway Launchpad
Pre-loaded tablets with content for children of all ages designed with a simple, easy-to-use interface and 100% secure.
LOTE4Kids
More than 4,500 children's digital picture books in more than 70 languages, together with English translations.
Just For Kids Access Video
Just for Kids, by Infobase, provides access to over 11,000 streaming videos for children.
Kanopy Kids Streaming Video
Stream videos from a curated selection of educational and enriching videos on Kanopy Kids with appropriate, age-based ratings.
For Educators, Parents, & Caregivers
For Educators, Parents, & Caregivers
Elementary School Classes with Library Partners
Find and contact your designated library partner for local elementary schools, plus more.
Teacher's Place
As your partners in education, we provide a variety of classes and resources for you, your students, and their parents.
Supporting the Specially Educated
Families and teachers with students in special education programs can find support online and through the library.
So, You Want to Be a Foster Parent
Learn how you can play a part in enhancing the lives of children and youth in foster care.
Elementary School Classes with Library Partners
Find and contact your designated library partner for local elementary schools, plus more.
Teacher's Place
As your partners in education, we provide a variety of classes and resources for you, your students, and their parents.
Supporting the Specially Educated
Families and teachers with students in special education programs can find support online and through the library.
So, You Want to Be a Foster Parent
Learn how you can play a part in enhancing the lives of children and youth in foster care.