Welcome
Welcome to the Kinnelon Public Library Children’s page. The Children’s Department is here to help you find all the resources and information you might need when it comes to children’s literature, activities and events. The library hopes that all children will find the library a warm, safe and welcoming place with collections of children’s books and materials, a variety of programs and trained staff who encourage individuality and foster a love of reading and learning at any age. We strive to offer something for everyone, from books and movies to exciting programs, so if you don’t see what you are interested in or searching for, please let one of our helpful team members know!
2024 In Review
Thank you to everyone who attended the Kinnelon Public Library Children’s Department in 2024!
We look forward to continue providing enriching programs to the families of Kinnelon and its neighbors in 2025!
Thank You Kinnelon Butler Optimists Club!
The Kinnelon Public Library is incredibly grateful for the very generous donation of $2,000 from the Kinnelon Butler Optimists Club for the children’s department!
Pictured above from left to right: KPL Director Kimberly Fraone, KPL Children’s Librarian Caitlin C. Williams, KBOC Treasurer Brian Gordon and KBOC President Ed Morba
We are so honored to be chosen as a recipient of their generosity for the work we do to support our local youth as well! These funds were used to bring dramatic play materials into our children’s department in the form of a play kitchen, dollhouse, and play market.
The Kinnelon Butler Optimist Club relies on donations to help support youth in the community. Through their tremendous fundraising efforts, they have donated over $9,000 to local food pantries this year alone! To learn more about the Kinnelon Butler Optimists Club please visit their website.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
The concept is simple, the rewards are priceless! Read a book (any book) to your child. The goal is to have read 1,000 books before your little one starts kindergarten. If you read just 1 book a night, you will have read 365 books in a year. That is 730 books in two years and 1,095 books in three years. The key is perseverance. To get started, stop by and get a logbook. For every 100 books your child reads, come into the library, get your logbook stamped, and receive a prize. When you reach 1,000 books, you can join our Wall of Fame and receive a Grand Prize!