Elementary
Kindergarten - 5th Grade
Featured of the Month Card for Elementary (Grades K-5)
Learn About Dia de Muertos
The dead are remembered in Mexico, on Dia de Muertos - or the Day of the Dead - on November 1 and 2. Learn more with this booklist!
November 28 is Red Planet Day
Each November 28 is celebrated as “Red Planet Day.” Red Planet Day commemorates the launch of the Spacecraft Mariner 4 on November 28, 1964.
American Indian Folktales & Stories
These stories from American Indian cultures are wonderful to share.
Thanksgiving Stories & Crafts
Books to help your family enjoy this meaningful holiday all the more. Includes history, stories, and crafts.
American Indian Heritage Month
Stories, legends, and nonfiction from American Indian traditions for children of all ages. Includes picture books and chapter books.
Programs at the Library
Fabulous Friday: Spiders and Snakes
Nov 15th | 4:15pm - 5:00pm
In partnership with Spotsylvania County Sheriff. For grades K-6, STEM.
Library Services for Grades K-5
Find a Good Read
Check out these grade-specific booklists handpicked by our librarians.
Children & Teen Book Groups
Want to read with others? Join one of our youth book groups available online.
Learning Opportunities for Grades K-5
Resources for grades K-5 for both students and teachers.
Elementary School Classes with Library Partners
Find and contact your designated library partner for local elementary schools, plus more.
Online Resources for Grades K-5
Gale in Context: Elementary
Highly visual, guided research tools for students in kindergarten through grade 5. Provided by Find It Virginia.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Read-alike recommendations specifically for younger readers.
Britannica Library Children
Children can search for information or browse arts, geography, language arts, mathematics, religion, science, social studies, and sports.
Birds of the World
Explore 10,721 species from 249 bird families, living in habitats around the world. From the Cornell Lab of Ornithology.
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Study Guides
Here Comes Johnny Appleseed
When people talk about how apple trees were spread across America, there's always one name that comes up -- Johnny Appleseed.
Red, White, and Blue Music
Learn about good ole American Music just in time for the 4th of July.
The Longest Day: Traditions for the Summer Solstice
Take a moment to savor the summer delights and craft some new traditions while learning the legends of summer.
Arbor Day: Plant a Tree
April 26th is Arbor Day - plant a tree to provide the Earth many good things.
For Educators, Parents, & Caregivers
Homework Buddies, part of a series
Bring homework and school supplies for help from teen mentors.
Teacher's Place
As your partners in education, we provide a variety of classes and resources for you, your students, and their parents.
My Librarian: The Homeschool Phenomenon
Thinking about homeschooling your child or teen? Read more about the teaching phenomenon taking America by storm.
Living with and Parenting Kids with ADD & ADHD
Here you will find books written by professionals that can give you support in living with or raising a child with ADD or ADHD.
