READING BUDDIES
Reading with your child is a great way to establish early literacy skills, as well as encouraging parent and child bonding through reading. Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler. The goal is to have read 1,000 books before your precious one starts kindergarten.
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The Children’s Department of Secaucus Public Library serves the recreational reading and research needs of children, ages birth to 12 years, with a collection of fictional and non-fiction books, multimedia books, audio CDs, DVDs, magazines and much more. Included in our collection are items in Spanish as well as bilingual books and DVDs.
We offer a variety of programs throughout the year for children. Please follow us on Facebook for quick program updates, photos from our events, and access to fun and age-appropriate links.
*All programs are open to Secaucus residents only*
Recurring Programs:
Lap-Tots
This program is for babies and their caregivers. Lap-Tots mixes music, finger plays, stories and more in this interactive lap-sit program.
Who: Babies 6 months to 2 1/2 years old and their caregiver
When: Mondays usually from September – June
Time: 11:30am-12:00pm
Where: Panasonic meeting room
Requirements: proof of Secaucus residency.
Rhyme Time
This story time is filled with interactive stories, crafts, songs, games and lots of fun!
Who: Children 2 1/2 to 3 years old
When: Wednesday or Thursday from September – June
Time: 11:30am-12:15pm
Where: Children’s Department
Requirements: two proofs of Secaucus residency, birth certificate and immunization records.
Extended Story Time
This drop-off program’s purpose is to help children develop good listening, social and motor skills, gain separation from their caregivers and interact with their peers. This program requires pre-registration in June before the start of the September session.
Who: Children 3 to 3 1/2 years old
When: Monday/Wednesday or Tuesday/Thursday usually from September – June
Time: 9:30am-11:00am
Where: Children’s Department
Requirements: two proofs of Secaucus residency, birth certificate and immunization records.
Chess Club
Virtual program for children ages 5 and up. Please contact Cecilia by email at cecilia.mucciolo@secaucus.bccls.org for registration, dates, and time.
Crafty Friday
For children ages 4 and up who want to drop in the library to create a themed craft. Program takes place once a month. See the calendar for dates and time.
Literary Legos
For children ages 7-10 years old who want to listen to a fun story and build a LEGO creation based on that story. Program takes place once a month. See the calendar for registration, dates, and time.
Paws for Reading
For children ages 6-12 years old who want to practice their reading skills . Kids get to read, relax and spend time with therapy dogs. See the calendar for registration, dates, and time.
Reading Buddies
For children ages 3-7 years old who want to practice their reading skills . Kids will choose a story and pair up with a Secaucus High School SAIL student. See the calendar for registration, dates, and time.
Recurring Summer Programs:
These programs run weekly for the months of July-August. See the calendar for registration, dates, and time.
Summer Time Crafternoon
For children ages 4 and up who want to drop in the library and create a summer themed craft. Crafts available while supplies last.
Free Play Fridays
Lego DUPLOS for Ages 3-6
Lego Bricks for Ages 7-10
Board Games for Ages 3 and up
Puzzles for Ages 3 and up