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Children's Department

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The Children's Department is located downstairs from the main entrance.  Upon entering the library, cross the main hall and go to the far left side and through the entryway.  Go down two short flights of stairs and through the hallway to the entrance of the Children's Department.  There is an elevator available for caregivers with strollers and the physically disabled.  The Children's Department is on floor 2S.

Introduction

Come down the stairs where stories are told, songs are sung and young minds are exposed to the wonders of the world. You will find:

  • 60,000 plus books, audio books and cassettes
  • computers reserved specifically for children under 12
  • a fish pond with a fountain
  • friendly librarians willing to help you explore!

We serve children from birth to age 12 and have weekly programs for babies, toddlers, preschoolers and their caregivers. Check our newsletter or the website for programs for children between the ages of 6-12. See the "Calendar" tab above to see them all or click here. 

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Regular Programs

  • Mother Goose on the Loose (ages 0-3)
    Friday 10:30am & 11:30am;
    Saturday 10:15am
  • Preschool Storytime (ages 3-5)
    Wednesday 10:30am;
    Saturday 11:00am
  • Terrific Twos  (age 2)
    Thursday 11:15am
  

Featured Online Resources

How-To Guides

Getting the Picture: Using Picture Books for Pleasure and Learning

Helping You To Surf Safely: Tips For Families

School Readiness: Birth to Age Three

U.S. Flag Web Guide

Math Literacy Resources

 

Reading Suggestions 

 
 
  
 
 

 

 

Hours

Mon:10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tue:10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Wed:10:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Thu:10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Fri:10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sat:10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sun:1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Sunday hours apply October - May
Holiday closings schedule

Visit Us

Children's Department
Central Library
400 Cathedral Street
Baltimore, MD 21201

Contact Us

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