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
National External Diploma Program (NEDP) Info. Session
Looking for a different way to earn your high school equivalency diploma? The National External Diploma Program could be right for you! Earn your HSE diploma within 6-9 months! Must be able to dedicate a minimum of 12 hours each week while enrolled in the program to stay on track and…
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…
Virtual French Conversation Group
Join other adults who are learning to speak French online on Zoom video. This group is for beginner and intermediate speakers, looking to learn and practice French conversation skills.
Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom…
GED - Fast Track to Your Diploma!
It’s Time You Finish Your High School Equivalency Diploma!
Do you need to brush up on your skills before taking the GED exam? Enroll in a Fast Track class if you need one or two subjects to finish your HSE diploma. You can take the GED exam at one of our GED testing sites. Be sure to bring…
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…
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…
Diana Wynne Jones Adult Book Club/Discussion "Archer's Goon"
Join the Diana Wynne Jones Virtual Adult Book Discussion Club as we discuss DWJ's book "Archer's Goon" in our May book discussion.
The trouble started when Howard Sykes came home from school and found the "goon" sitting in the kitchen. He said he'd been sent by Archer. But who was Archer?…
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)
