Free Resources: Kids

A bilingual site for educators and families of English language learners.

Recommended web resources for kids from the Association of Library Services for Children.

Reading resources and fun for kids and families.

Information about literacy development from the California State University system.

Even when schools are closed, you can keep the learning going. Just find your grade level and let the learning begin!

Hundreds of thousands of physical materials and extensive digital resources from the Santa Barbara Public Library are now available to students of the Santa Barbara Unified School District.

The Santa Barbara Public Library offers a range of different classes and events for free. Events range from kids, teens, adults, or fun for the whole family. Check out the calendar for all future events.

Zip Books is an innovative alternative to traditional inter-library loan. You may request a book or an audiobook that is not available at any Santa Barbara Public Library location to be delivered to your home, free of charge. (Link leads to SBPL Reading Resources, expand Zip Books for more information.)

Ideas to keep busy at home for all ages.

Links to over 100 picture book storytime videos, compiled by the Indianapolis Public Library,

Links to 100 additional picture book storytime videos, compiled by the Indianapolis Public Library. Includes a link to their original "100+ Free Video Read Alouds" list.

Children's librarians from the New York Public Library read beloved books, sing songs, and share early literacy tips.

From the SAG-AFTRA Foundation, Storyline Online streams videos featuring celebrated actors reading children’s books alongside illustrations.

Videos of Therapy Dogs of Santa Barbara volunteers reading picture books with their dogs.

Visit one of the many parks that the County of Santa Barbara has to offer. You can follow this link to find a park near you.

The Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History has set up online activities including birding, nature club en Español, and more!

The important thing is to have fun experimenting with art. Enjoy!

DIY games and projects. Guaranteed to keep you busy and bring a smile.

Storytimes every weekday plus a bilingual storytime once a week.