Kids
Resources
Student Help
Excellence in school begins at the library. Find out how we help San José students succeed.
Online Homework Help Resources
Online resources to help with homework assignments for children and teens.
Kids Games & Fun
Fun and educational games that kids can play online.
New Books
Calling all young explorers! New tales have landed.
eBooks
Rain or shine, read online! Our eBooks are ready whenever you are.
OverDrive for Kids
eBooks and eAudiobooks are featured in OverDrive's reading room for kids.
Boundless Kids Fiction (Formerly Axis 360)
New and popular kids fiction eBooks.
enki for Kids
Fiction and nonfiction eBooks from enki.
LOTE4Kids
Kids can enjoy 1300+ picture books in over 45 languages along with English translations. New stories and languages are added regularly.
Your Next Book
Not sure what to read next? We can help.
Children's Booklists
Our staff picks for children of different ages.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Find out what books to read next based on your favorite books and topics.
Beanstack
Awesome book and app recommendations, hand-picked for your child by librarians. Participate in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten.
New Events
Discover, play, learn, repeat!
New Blogs
Find out what's new.
Get Prepared for Summer Learning
Make sure you are ready for the season and its festivities in just a few short months.
National Pet Month: Caring For Your Furry Friends
Resources from SJPL can help you find the best pet for you and how to provide your furry friends a comfortable life.
Visit Santa Clara County Parks for FREE
Everyone belongs at parks! Visit Alum Rock or Seven Trees Branch to get a free Santa Clara County Parks Pass.
Celebrate Every Day Like It’s Earth Day
You'll find fun and informative library resources, events, free seeds and books on sustainability at our library!