Children's Page

Have Lots of Fun @ the Library

The Youth Room offers a wide range of programs and special events throughout the year. Make sure to ask Ms. Valerie for more information the next time you visit. You do not want to miss any of the new and fun events that are coming!


Computers

The Youth Room has an ipad Krayon Kiosk full of fun and educational games for children as well as 2 computers with Internet, Microsoft Office Excel, Powerpoint, Word and library catalog access for youth ages 12 and under and their parents. While surfing the net make sure to check out the kids section of the Lake County Library System web page for lots of fun activities, games and other stuff!

Photo credit: Bonnie Whicher Photography

Image of Youth Room by Bonnie Whicher Photography

Mark Your Calendar

  • Tiny Tykes Storytime on Wednesday every week at 10:00 a.m. in the Library Programming Area. 
  • Sensory Playtime : Tiny Tykes in Motion every Monday 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. in the Library Programming Area.  
  • Spanish Storytime meets in the programming area at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 17 and in 2026 on January 23, April 17 and July 24. Perfect for Spanish-speaking families and those who want to learn a new language. No prior knowledge of the language needed. Led by children' author Gato Cuentero (Sandra Gil) Designed for children ages 2-7. 
  • Jack-be-Little Pumpkin Decorating Thursday, October 23  at 4:30 p.m. Get creative this Halloween and decorate your Jack-be-Little mini pumpkin. Registration required

Reading Incentives

  • 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Take the challenge and win stickers, tee shirts, medals and more! 
  • 500 Books Before Middle School Children grades K-5 can log their reading through Beanstack and earn digital badges along the way. Are you up to the challenge? Do you prefer a paper log? Pick one up at the City of Tavares Public Library. Track your books and, upon completion, receive a Certificate of Completion to show your achievement!


Calling all LEGO builders! The LEGO Wall in the Youth Room is ready for creators to show off their building skills. LEGO books full of lots of great ideas are available or come up with your own designs. Your creation might even be featured on the library's Facebook and Instagram pages.