Kids Programs & Story Time Classes

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Registration with an Indian Prairie Library card is required for most programs. You may register online through the calendar or call or visit the 2nd floor Ask Us Desk 630/887-8760 ext. 264. We also have reading programs throughout the year.  Questions? Have an idea for a program? Tell us! We love to hear from you.

Upcoming Programs

  • Babies, Books & Songs

    When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    Where: Multipurpose Room

    Story times teach pre-reading skills that help your child get ready to read. Register starting June 1st online or in person at K&T Ask Us Desk. Class limited to 18 babies from birth up to 18 months with an adult caregiver. No siblings please.

  • Book Buddies 10:30

    When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

    Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN Book Buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person at the Kids & Teens Desk starting June 1.


  • Book Buddies 11:00

    When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

  • Book Buddies 11:30

    When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

    Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

  • Book Buddies 12:00

    When: Wednesday, June 19, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

    Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

  • Let's Make Music

    When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
    Where: Multipurpose Room

    Foundations for learning through music and interactive movement and interactive play. For babies 18 to 36 months with an adult caregiver. IPPL card required. No siblings please.

  • K&T Readers' Theatre Troupe

    When: Thursday, June 20, 2013 - 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
    Where: Multipurpose Room

    Using the 2013 Monarch Book Nominees, plays have been created for 4-6th graders to read. Registration for this program requires participants to be registered in our Summer Reading Club and includes 5 rehearsals and then a performance at the Monday July 22 Family Night at IPPL.


  • Book Buddies 10:30

    When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

    Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN Book Buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person at the Kids & Teens Desk starting June 1.


  • Book Buddies 11:00

    When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

  • Book Buddies 11:30

    When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

    Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

  • Book Buddies 12:00

    When: Monday, June 24, 2013 - 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

    Read one-on-one to a VolunTEEN book buddy. Children must have an IPPL card or attend a school in our district. Register by phone or in person starting June 1.

  • All Ages Story times

    When: Tuesday, June 25, 2013 - 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
    Where: Meeting Room

    Join us. For children of all ages accompanied by an adult. No registration required. Drop in story time.

Story Time Classes

storytime2Sign Up Begins Saturday, June 1st

Please join us for our summer early childhood classes! You child must be the appropriate age by June 1st. If you have questions, please contact the Kids & Teens Ask Us Desk at 630/887-8760 ext. 263. Registration begins at 9 a.m. on June 1st online, via phone or in person. Classes begin the week of June 10 and run through the week of July 29.

All Ages Story Time

Tuesdays at 10:30, June 11- July 30.  For children of all ages with an adult caregiver.  Drop in!  No registration required.

Babies, Books and Songs

Wednesdays at 9:30, June 12- July 31. For babies up to 18 months with an adult caregiver. An IPPL card is required for registration. No siblings please.

Let's Make Music!

Thursdays at 10:30, June 13-Aug. 1.  For babies 18 to 36 months with an adult caregiver.  Experience musical concepts through interactive play.  An IPPL card is required for registration. No siblings please.