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
The 2020 Census is here and it's important to count your whole family, including babies and kids. Find out more about how to complete the census, and get info on upcoming virtual "office hours" and tele-town halls.
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 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 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…
PropertyShark for NYC Real Estate Research
In this class we will be using PropertyShark, a Central Library only resource that you can use at the Business & Career Center to research any New York City property.
Whether it's the building's sale history, ownership information, or zoning, PropertyShark will show you this…
Virtual English Conversation Hour - OPEN DISCUSSION
Join other adults who are learning to speak English for fun conversation online with Zoom video!
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. Please register each week you would…
Librarian Let's Play BPL Gaming Stream
Librarian Let's Play is an interactive BPL Incubator gaming stream where I, the magical gaming librarian does a playthrough of a game I love and want to show you.
Join me as I play through various games that I love to play. Join the…
Virtual Crafting Circle
Know how to knit, crochet, embroider, or cross-stich but need a little help? Are you looking for people to hang out with while you draw? Virtual crafting circle is the spot for you! Every other week we'll get together to talk about what we're working on, share projects, and ask questions if we…
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…
BPL/OATS Technology for All Spring Series
Never Too Late To Learn
Join us for a FREE10-week technology course for adults ages 55 and over.
Week One Mar 13, 2024 All Things Zoom
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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…
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)
