Read-alongs, rhymes, and songs designed to build reading readiness. Choose from indoor, outdoor, or online sessions. All are free; no library card required. See calendar for details.
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Little Pages & Play Box |
BookFlix |
TumbleBook Library |
Nurture early learning skills with a monthly subscription for ages 0–2. Each box includes supplies & simple instructions for a crafted plaything (yours to keep) and board books (checked out to your library card).
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Video storybooks are paired with related nonfiction e-books. Recommended for pre-K through grade 3. Log in with your Vernon Area Library card number.
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Instant access to e-books including new and classic picture books, nonfiction, graphic novels, and read-alongs for children. Log in with your Vernon Area Library card number. Tambien en español.
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Preschool & ChildcareFind info about local pre-K facilities all in one convenient guide, curated by the information professionals at your library.
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Selected by grades Kâ3The Monarch Award is selected every year by Illinois students in kindergarten through 3rd grade. Check out the 2025 picks now.
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Favorites of grades 3â5The 2025 Bluestem Award nominees are sure to please! Browse and check out these books chosen by Illinois grade school students.
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Picked by grades 4â8Browse the books up for the 2025 Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award.
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Magazines just for kids!Read quality magazines for children on the Flipster app. Log in with your Vernon Area Library card number; then click on the "Family & Kids" category. No borrowing limits!
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Book MatchYou tell us your interests, what books you've liked or haven't liked; we get busy picking book recommendations just for you. For independent readers through 8th grade.
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We suggest...Browse hundreds of children's books reviewed and recommended by Vernon Area librarians on Goodreads.
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Find read-alikesGet reading suggestions based on your favorite books, writers, or subjects in NoveList K–8 Plus. Search by Lexile to find materials by reading level. Log in with your Vernon Area Library card number.
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Student resourcesOnline library tools for researching facts or exploring interests. Plus access to live, online help from professional tutors! For grades K–5, 6–8, high school, and valuable extras for parents and educators.
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Storytime on demandView past storytimes anytime! Visit the Vernon Area Library collection on Facebook to browse hundreds of videos that nurture reading readiness in your little one, ages 0 through kindergarten.
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Songs & rhymesView videos of favorite songs, rhymes from around the world, finger plays, and read-alouds. The early learning team frequently adds content for each developmental stage.
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Kids' stuff on demandWatch favorite storytime rhymes, follow step-by-step crafts, and watch Book Talks on the library YouTube channel. New content is added regularly.
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HoursThe building and drive-up window are open.
Mon–Thurs 9 AM–9 PM Fri–Sat 9 AM–5 PM Sunday 10 AM–5 PM 'Mask Required' access available daily beginning 30 minutes before public opening. Open to anyone who needs or wants an extra measure of protection. Holidays and other closed dates |
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