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kids

The Library is a magical place for children! We go the extra mile to provide a welcoming, positive atmosphere for kids of all ages so that we cultivate a love of learning and reading. After all, today's readers are tomorrow's leaders!

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Events & Meet-Ups

Preschool

School
Age

Stuffed Animal Reading a Book

Storytime!

LED BY: Miss Suzanne

Late Fall 2025 Storytime Session

Registration for the whole 5-week session begins Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Tuesdays (October 21 - November 25):

PLEASE NOTE: There will be no storytime on Tuesday, Nov. 4th. The library will be open to VOTERS ONLY for Election Day.

Wednesdays (October 22 - November 19):

Thursdays (October 23 - November 20):

For questions, please contact Miss Suzanne: shayward@ccls.org

Kids playing at West Chester Public Library

1-2-3 Play with Me

LED BY: Miss Suzanne

FREE TO ATTEND! REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Join us for 45 minutes of unguided, self-directed free play with educational toys and time to socialize for both children and caregivers!

For ages 1, 2, and 3 years of age!

Required Registration begins the week prior to each event!

Fall 2025 Dates (click on the date to register):

November 7, 2025

November 14, 2025

November 21, 2025​

 

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Junior Detectives Club

LED BY: Library Staff

Junior Detectives Club will return in the new year (2026)! Stay tuned!

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Snapology STEAM Lab

LED BY: Instructors from Snapology of Downingtown

In Snapology’s STEAM Lab, participants will actively experiment with the principles of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics. All programs and activities are hands-on with guided instruction from an experienced Snapologist.

This program utilizes teamwork, communication, and creative problem-solving as an essential part of creating a fun and productive atmosphere where students can learn, challenge themselves, and practice their social skills.

Your learner will work with a partner to create a variety of structures, robots, machines, and more to solve challenges presented to them in this exciting enrichment program!

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Ages 6-12

4:15pm - 5:30pm

Required Registration begins 11/5/25

Click here to register!

Chess Game

Chess Club

LED BY: Coach Chuck Shaw

FREE TO ATTEND! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED!

FOR AGES 5-15

Every Saturday

10:00am - 12:00pm

 

Have fun learning the game of chess, or getting some serious practice in, with Coach Chuck Shaw!

(Please note, caregivers with children attending who are ages 10 or under MUST stay in the library or on the library premises during the program!)

Registration is not required for this program, however if you'd like to provide your email address so that we can notify you of any possible cancellations, you can do so at this link: https://forms.gle/vb9gV7wPL6Wm5be59 

KidsReadingResources

Reading & Resources

School Children

Coping with COVID-19

Help kids acknowledge and process their feelings in a safe way.

BookFlix Homepage

BookFlix

Watch videos and read books about animals, celebrations, nature, music, Earth and much more! 

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Our Favorite Websites

A list of favorite online resources picked just for you by CCLS Staff!

Tumblebooks Homepage

TumbleBooks

Explore animated picture books!

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POWER
Kids

Explore resources for kids from PA POWER Library!

World Book Online launchpad

World Book Online

Access a World of encyclopedias and online resources!

KidsTripsPasses

Local Trips & Passes

WCPL can loan families free or discounted passes to several local attractions. Each of the passes gives entry to 2-5 persons in the same family!

Academy of Natural Sciences dinosaur replica
Chester County History Center visitory trying on historic clothing
Longwood Gardens in the conservatory
Museum Ship Display

see what's happening

There's so much happening at the Library just for children! Check our events calendar for upcoming programs, or sign up for our e-newsletter to get the latest news.

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