Youth Services

Want to see the winners and honor books of the American Library Association's (ALA) Youth Media Awards? Check out our virtual Youth Media Awards bookshelves! Click on each book to go to the catalog to find out more! Click here to see our virtual bookshelves! [...]

Introducing the Staff Picks of 2020! Scroll through to see recommendations for a variety of materials! Clicking on each picture will take you to more information on the title.   [...]

You've taken shelter from a terrible snowstorm, and find yourself in a cabin with no way out except for a mysterious door covered in locks...do you have what it takes to figure out the clues and escape? Patrons of all ages are invited to try this digital escape room. Escape using clues hidden around the… [...]

Our collection of Playaway Launchpads has expanded - take a look at our virtual display below to find out more!  Playaway Launchpads come pre-loaded with games, videos, and stories that help develop critical thinking skills and learn about various subjects, such as math and art. No wi-fi is required - just turn on the tablet… [...]

Celebrate NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) by joining our writing contest! Short story submissions will be accepted November 1st-30th. The theme is: WINTER. You are encouraged to interpret this in any way you wish. Be creative and express your ideas! Winners will be announced Monday, December 14th. The following prizes will be awarded: 1st place:… [...]

At Villa Park Public Library, we believe it’s never too early to learn about the election process! This webliography includes a book list dedicated to important topics of our time as well as a list of educational resources for children and educators! Book List: Resources: PBS Learning Media Election Center: An Educational Guide to the… [...]

You've gone down the rabbit hole and find yourself in a topsy-turvy world...do you have what it takes to escape and return home? Tweens (and anyone else who is curious!) are invited to try this digital escape room. Escape using clues that help practice reading, pattern recognition, logic, and other important skills! Just follow the… [...]

Wednesday, August 19 3 pm • Ages 3 and up Celebrate the hottest days of the year with a crafty ode to man's best friend! Visit the Library to pick up the supplies, and make the craft at home! Registration is required. [...]

You find yourself transported into a strange world after opening a mysterious book...do you have what it takes to escape and return home? Tweens (and anyone else who is curious!) are invited to try this digital escape room. Escape using clues that help practice reading, pattern recognition, logic, and other important skills! Just follow the… [...]

Do you have what it takes to escape the warlock's dungeon? Elementary school-aged children (and anyone else who is curious!) are invited to try this digital escape room. Escape using clues that help practice reading, pattern recognition, counting, and other important skills! Just follow the link below! Escape the Warlock's Dungeon! [...]