Birth to 5
Grow a reader by engaging in daily activities like reading, talking, writing, singing, and playing with your baby and young child! Parents and caregivers are a child’s first teachers and our early learning programs and resources can help children develop early literacy skills beginning at birth.
Birth to 5 Events
Join our expert StoryTime providers for songs, music, movement, books, and activities for the whole family.
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New Resources
These invaluable tools bolster reading skills through interactive and engaging games, puzzles, and activities. Audiobooks and Read-Aloud can enhance the reading experience and improve phonetic skills.
Other Services
Since Time Immemorial Early Learning Kits
Explore Native American cultures and traditions from local tribes who have cared for this land since time immemorial. For Preschoolers.
Kids Playaway Audiobooks
An audiobook player built just for kids. No internet needed. Simply plug in headphones and press play.
Early Math Backpacks
Contain picture books, launchpad, manipulatives, and a game, focusing on early math concepts. For ages 3-5.
Since Time Immemorial Early Learning Kits
Explore Native American cultures and traditions from local tribes who have cared for this land since time immemorial. For Preschoolers.
Kids Playaway Audiobooks
An audiobook player built just for kids. No internet needed. Simply plug in headphones and press play.
Early Math Backpacks
Contain picture books, launchpad, manipulatives, and a game, focusing on early math concepts. For ages 3-5.
Booklists
Enjoy these staff-curated booklists.
Featured Booklist
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Booklist for Kids
Celebrate Pride with inclusive reads for kids!
AANHPI Heritage Month Booklist for Children
Celebrate AANHPI Month with children's books highlighting a diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander cultures!
Autism Acceptance Month Book List for Children
Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month with books for children that highlight a diversity of autistic characters and voices.
LGBTQIA+ Pride Month Booklist for Kids
Celebrate Pride with inclusive reads for kids!
AANHPI Heritage Month Booklist for Children
Celebrate AANHPI Month with children's books highlighting a diversity of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander cultures!
Autism Acceptance Month Book List for Children
Celebrate Autism Acceptance Month with books for children that highlight a diversity of autistic characters and voices.
Staff Blogs
Discover simple techniques from our staff that will enhance your reading instruction and enable seamless library navigation.
Early Learning Staff Blogs
Get ready for TRL's 2025 Summer Library Program!
Discover the wonders of summer at your local Timberland Library! June 1 - August 31, for all ages! Something for everyone!
Bilingual Activities & Storytimes: All About Colors
Find out about our new bilingual storytime series about colors. Encuentre información sobre nuestra serie nueva de La hora bilingüe.
¡Nueva serie! New Series! La hora bilingüe/Bilingual Time
Hay una serie nueva de La hora bilingüe. There is a new Bilingual Time series.
Get ready for TRL's 2025 Summer Library Program!
Discover the wonders of summer at your local Timberland Library! June 1 - August 31, for all ages! Something for everyone!
Bilingual Activities & Storytimes: All About Colors
Find out about our new bilingual storytime series about colors. Encuentre información sobre nuestra serie nueva de La hora bilingüe.
¡Nueva serie! New Series! La hora bilingüe/Bilingual Time
Hay una serie nueva de La hora bilingüe. There is a new Bilingual Time series.
Fun & Games
Online games and eBooks geared for children over the age of 2.
Fun & Games
ABCmouse.com
100% educational website, for ages 2-8 with learning activities across all major subject areas and learning activities in Spanish.
Kanopy for Kids
Diverse selection of educational and entertaining content for children ages 2-8 on a trusted streaming platform.
TumbleBooks
K-6 children's ebooks! Animated picture books, read-along chapters, videos, playlists, Spanish/French books, and exciting Graphic Novels.
News
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New Information
Providing Age Appropriate Materials for Kids and Teens
Find out how TRL provides age appropriate materials to support kids and their caregivers.
Announcing Headlining Performers for Summer Library Program
This summer, TRL welcomes 4 new exciting performers and returning fan favorites to wow our communities during Summer Library Program 2025!
Summer Adventures Return with TRL's Summer Library Program
Engaging activities, captivating books, creative programs, StoryTrails, and community events at TRL's vibrant library community hub!
Providing Age Appropriate Materials for Kids and Teens
Find out how TRL provides age appropriate materials to support kids and their caregivers.
Announcing Headlining Performers for Summer Library Program
This summer, TRL welcomes 4 new exciting performers and returning fan favorites to wow our communities during Summer Library Program 2025!
Summer Adventures Return with TRL's Summer Library Program
Engaging activities, captivating books, creative programs, StoryTrails, and community events at TRL's vibrant library community hub!