Brooklyn Public Library offers parents with children of all ages a wide array of resources and services, both in our libraries and online.
Homeschool Resources
Explore our Homeschool Resources topic page, to support K-12 students with distance learning.
Inclusive Services
Programming, events and services for kids and teens with and without disabilities
Join us for Virtual Ready, Set, Kindergarten! Explore early literacy practices through stories, songs, math, science and play! For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.
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Upcoming Events
Virtual English Conversation Group
Practice your English speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning English. Our group meets online, on Zoom.
Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed one (1) hour before the group starts…
Get to Know Gmail
Get to know Gmail introduces new users in creating a gmail account and learning about the interface of a gmail account. For older adults and adults with little to no computer experience. This session is 60 minutes.
Virtual Financial Coaching
Do you have questions about credit or debt? The Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) can help you manage your money, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financial goals.
Make an appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community…
Virtual Knit, Crochet & Sew Together
Looking for company while your hands are busy with yarn or textiles? Join the Windsor Terrace Library for a Zoom knitting/crocheting/sewing/fiber arts session to share your projects and hangout. All are welcome!
**Registration required!
We will be using Zoom to host…
Knit Together
Knitting on your own is fun, but it's always better to knit together! Join us for a Zoom knitting/crocheting hangout and share your projects and your morning coffee.
**Registration required!
We will be using Zoom to host this program, space is limited, and you will need…
Virtual French Conversation Group
Practice your French speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning French. Our group meets online, on Zoom.
Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed one (1) hour before the group starts.…
Virtual Financial Coaching
Do you have questions about credit or debt? The Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) can help you manage your money, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financial goals.
Make an appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community…
Virtual English Conversation Group
Practice your English speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning English. Our group meets online, on Zoom.
Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed one (1) hour before the group starts…
Virtual Financial Coaching
Do you have questions about credit or debt? The Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) can help you manage your money, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financial goals.
Make an appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community…
NELP: Business Entity Formation
This presentation will walk micro-entrepreneurs through the different structures (e.g., Sole Proprietorship, LLC, S-Corp, etc.) and dive into the benefits and limitations of these entities.
The Business & Career Center is partnering with the City Bar Justice Center’s Neighborhood…
BrainFuse HelpNow
Brainfuse HelpNow offers personalized academic assistance in core subjects (math, reading, writing, science), a 24/7 Writing Lab, academic content and practice tests for skills-building (including SAT preparation), and much more. Live tutoring from Brainfuse's experts are available from 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM EST
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Staff Picks
- DIY Storytime with Ms. Ann (Bears)
- DIY Storytime with Ms. Ann (Hide & Seek)
- DIY Storytime with Ms. Ann (Bedtime)
Online Resources
ABC Mouse
Educational games, books, puzzles and songs for kids ages 2-8.