Take a walk and read a story as you go at the StoryWalk in Ruckle Street Park! Stroll through a park and read a book displayed in mounted frames. Stories will be rotated on a monthly basis. Families are encouraged to post photos of their visit on social media. StoryWalk in Ruckle Street Park is at 3025 Ruckle Street.
Made possible by Zeff Weiss Memorial Fund through gifts to The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.
Reading aloud to kids—even after they know how to read independently—benefits kids of all ages. Video read alouds are a great tool to help create a culture of reading. They don’t replace reading aloud together in-person, but they are a fun alternative and supply key early literacy benefits.
Research shows that reading aloud to young children can significantly improve their chance for success in kindergarten and beyond. You can also help kids enjoy books and stories by joining 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Caregivers log books and receive incentives for reading outloud to kids. At 1000 books, every child receives a hardback picture book. Or check out a Bunny Book Bag, grab-and-go bag of 15-20 books for caregivers on the move. Learn more about all the Library's Early Learning programs and initiatives.
This recorded virtual program incorporates 5 skills of early literacy learning – reading, writing, talking, singing, and playing, helping caregivers and educators prepare young children for success in school and in life. Special guests share music, dance, and stories helping to build vocabulary and background knowledge. Designed for children 3-6 years old, Reading Ready Time runs throughout the school year. All episodes are available on our YouTube channel.
Join us to help celebrate as Franklin Road turns 25! The celebration will include a family storytime, a presentation on the history of the Branch, music from the Franklin Central Orchestra ensembles, a scavenger hunt, and more!
Celebrate Franklin Road's 25th Anniversary at this family storytime! Enjoy stories, songs, and activities.
Babies and toddlers and their grownups are invited for stories, songs, coloring/crafts, and playtime.