Books for Kids

If you're still somewhat new to Juneteenth celebrations or you'd like to share the history with your children, the Library has books to help you out!

Celebrate the vibrant and diverse mix of traditions, customs and historical contributions of Caribbean Americans with books from the Library.

Michael L. Printz and Coretta Scott King award-winning author Greg Neri comes to Jacksonville Public Library to inspire the next generation of writers.

National Military Appreciation Month recognizes the incredible service, sacrifices and dedication of all members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their families.

From a wild and wacky journey through the world of poetry with playful monsters and aliens to an inspirational, rhyming children's book about fireflies working together to bring light to the sun: local author Lena Shaqareq's Stanza Extravaganza and How the Sun Got its Light are two great ways to share the joy of poetry with your children. Meet the author from 1 to 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 26, at Pablo Creek Regional Library. Note: A limited number of copies of How the Sun Got It's Light will be given away to school-age children in attendance.

International Children's Book Day was founded on April 2, 1967 to promote books and reading. It's observed on Hans Christian Anderson's birthday. This year's theme is "Read Your Way" and being able to read for pleasure. Celebrate the joy of reading and the magic of literature with your children by checking out some treasured classics you read as a child. Or, let them introduce you to a new series that they love!

Looking for something to read with the wee ones this St. Patrick's Day? Well, you're in luck! There's a nice pot of children's books at the end of this rainbow! An annual celebration of Irish culture, March 17 is one of the best times to find yourself a leprechaun, pick four-leaf clovers or just wear a lot of green! March is also Irish-American Heritage Month, a time to honor the achievements of notable Irish Americans throughout history and highlight their contributions to American life and culture.

Find yourself without plans this weekend? Or maybe you're looking to treat yourself? This Valentine's Day, fall in love with a great book! We've got a mix of recommendations for you from first loves to late bloomers. We've even got some books about a really cute hedgehog for the kids!

Join us Saturday, February 22, at 1 p.m. at Beaches Branch Library. This program is sponsored by the Friends of the Beaches Branch Library. After the program, there will be 30 minutes for a book signing with the author. A limited number of copies of Georgia's Terrific, Colorific Experiment will be given away to registered attendees, (first-come, first-served).

Did you know? February is Library Lovers Month - dedicated to all of the book lovers here in Jacksonville (and around the world) who rely on their public library for their books, movies, music, author talks, storytimes, writing workshops, and so much more! That is why, this month, we've put together a few booklists that our biggest fans are sure to love. It's our way of saying, "Thank you!"