Parents

Brooklyn Public Library offers parents with children of all ages a wide array of resources and services, both in our libraries and online.

While our branches are closed, join us for live books and songs online.

Virtual Storytime

Explore our Homeschool Resources topic page, to support K-12 students with distance learning.

Homeschool Resources

Programming, events and services for kids and teens with and without disabilities

Inclusive services

Let our team of expert librarians recommend eBooks for you and your family.

BookMatch

2020 Census at BPL

The 2020 Census is here and it's important to count your whole family, including babies and kids. Find out more about how to complete the census, and get info on upcoming virtual "office hours" and tele-town halls.

Ready, Set, Kindergarten!

Join us for Virtual Ready, Set, Kindergarten! Explore early literacy practices through stories, songs, math, science and play! For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Family Spotlight eNewsletter

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