Kids

What information does the school share to get my child a smart card?

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) allows only directory information to be shared. This includes only the student’s name, address, telephone, date of birth, and school name. Your child’s school will not have access to your child’s library record. Your child’s library record is fully confidential as required by state law.

My child has a library card. How is the smart card different?

This card is a virtual card for students that uses their Student ID number to facilitate access through the school portal or from home. A physical card will not be issued. 

Help your child reach their maximum potential by participating in our Parent-Child Playgroups for children ages 1-4. To register your child, or for more information, please call: (831) 758-7355 .

Parent-Child Playgroups meet once per week. Advance registration is required for...

Librarians adapt stories, songs, and crafts to match the ages and attention spans of the children attending. Storytime is a fun way to introduce children to books and reading. Parents are encouraged to come and learn how to foster early literacy skills. Librarians answer questions about books...

Playgroups

A playgroup is an opportunity to learn more about your child's developmental stages. By attending a playgroup with your child, you will learn from our educators how play can be used to direct your child's learning. Together, you and your child will meet other parents and their children in a caring and supportive environment.  Registration is required and space is limited. We keep these playgroups small so that you and your child can benefit from the personal attention of our educators.  Please join us by filling out an interest form.  Target Audience - 1 - 4 with parents.

Learn more about Playgroups

 

Storytimes

Learn and Play Storytime: For ages 0-4. Young children enjoy books, songs and rhymes and special activities at the end.

Storytime Jamboree: For all ages. The entire family can enjoy stories and songs together.

Spotlight Storytime: For ages 0-6. Join us for stories, songs, and a themed craft as we celebrate a new theme every month.

Toddler Tales: For ages 0-3. This bilingual storytime offers stories, songs and rhymes. 

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Homework Centers

The purpose of the Library’s Homework Centers is not only to help students complete their school assignments but to foster curiosity, a passion for learning and to help students become successful in school and in life. Our homework centers are located at the following sites: Cesar Chavez Library, Los Padres Elementary, Roosevelt Elementary, and Sherwood Elementary. Registration is required.

Homework Center Hours

Los Padres Elementary Homework Center
1130 John Street

Monday 2:15 - 5:30 pm
Tuesday 2:15 - 5:30 pm
Wednesday 2:15 - 5:30 pm
Thursday 1:15 - 5:30 pm
Friday 2:15 - 5:30 pm

The Salinas Public Library runs an afterschool homework center. The purpose of the center is to help children complete their homework on a regular basis, encourage a love for independent reading, and to offer enrichment opportunities.

The Cesar Chavez Homework Center is located in the...