Children’s Department
At the Riverdale Public Library
Welcome to the Children’s Department
The Children's Section of the Riverdale Public Library offers a welcoming and resource-rich environment designed to support both children and their parents. Our extensive collection of books, multimedia materials, and educational resources caters to a wide range of ages and interests, helping to foster a love of reading and learning early on.
Parents benefit from access to guided programs that support child development, literacy, and early education. These include storytime sessions, literacy workshops, and parent-child interactive activities that encourage engagement and learning outside of school. Our knowledgeable staff is available to provide personalized recommendations and assistance in selecting resources suited to each child's needs.
Overall, the Children's Section at Riverdale Public Library stands as a valuable community resource that supports educational growth, nurtures curiosity, and offers meaningful family experiences in a safe and inclusive atmosphere.
Check out Upcoming Children’s Events at the Riverdale Public Library!
Digital Resources
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Libby
Libby/Overdrive is the library's free app for borrowing ebooks and audiobooks. Riverdale Public Library patrons can borrow titles instantly using their library card.
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Hoopla
Hoopla is a digital media service that lets cardholders borrow and stream or download movies, TV shows, music, audiobooks, eBooks, comics/graphic novels, and kids’ content instantly.
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Mango Language Learning
Mango offers free, conversation-focused language learning. Riverdale Public Library patrons can access it instantly online or through the app using their library card.
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JerseyClicks
The program offers a selection of databases for college & K-12 students, public libraries, state government and New Jersey residents, free of cost. Speak with a Librarian if you have any questions.
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NoveList K-8
Reader’s advisory tool for fiction readers, grades Kindergarten through 8th grade. This tool is designed for students in grades K-8 and offers reading lists, searchable lists of award-winning titles, series coverage, curriculum support, and the ability to search for books by a variety of criteria including Lexile scores, subject, author and popularity.
Parent Resources
KidLitTV
Book talk shows, book trailers, video storytimes, drawing tutorials with illustrators, author interviews, and more!
lote4kids is a language-learning program designed specifically for young learners, focusing on building early foreign-language skills through interactive, child-centered activities. It emphasizes play-based learning, age-appropriate content, and multimodal teaching methods (songs, stories, games, visual aids, and movement) to engage children and support natural language acquisition. Click here to download Flyer and learn more about LOTE4Kids.
Coloring Pages from Every Child a Reader
Got a printer at home? Print and enjoy these unique and beautiful coloring pages in line with this year’s Children’s Book Week theme,Read. Dream. Share. Children’s Book Week is scheduled for May 4-10 this year.
Lakeshore Learning resources
You can now access all sorts of free activities, lesson plans, printable worksheets, craft ideas, and more.
Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators online directory
An information hub of free digital resources from published members including book readings, writing demos and art lessons, bilingual resources, podcasts, teaching guides, and more! #SCBWIConnects
TeenBookCloud
Ebooks for grades 7-12
AudioBookCloud
Audiobooks for all ages
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KidLitTV
Book talk shows, book trailers, video storytimes, drawing tutorials with illustrators, author interviews, and more!
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Coloring Pages from Every Child a Reader
Got a printer at home? Print and enjoy these unique and beautiful coloring pages in line with this year’s Children’s Book Week theme,Read. Dream. Share. Children’s Book Week is scheduled for May 4-10 this year.
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Lakeshore Learning resources
You can now access all sorts of free activities, lesson plans, printable worksheets, craft ideas, and more.
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Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators online directory
An information hub of free digital resources from published members including book readings, writing demos and art lessons, bilingual resources, podcasts, teaching guides, and more! #SCBWIConnects