The Marshall County Public Library offers a space for young learners to explore, play, share, and grow. With year-round programs, plenty of opportunities for family literacy, and information help, we curate curiosity in ages 0-18 to help foster a lifelong love of learning.
| Story Hour @Calvert | Story Hour @Benton | Story Hour @Hardin |
| Tuesdays from 10:00-11:00 | Wednesdays from 10:00-11:00 | Thursdays from 10:00-11:00 |
During the school year, visit the library for our After-School program.
| Elementary After School Program @Calvert | Elementary After School Program @Benton | Elementary After School Program @Hardin |
| Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30 | Wednesdays from 3:30-4:30 | Thursdays from 3:30-4:30 |
To get Youth Services updates and information sent to your phone, text IMAGINE to 270-318-7421.
Children's Suggested Reading
@Benton
Full of Fall by April Pulley Sayre
Simple text and photographs explore the science behind the transformation that trees undergo in the fall.
@Calvert
Leaf Man by Lois Ehlert
A man made of leaves blows away, traveling wherever the wind may take him.
@Hardin
Nuts to You! by Louis Ehlert
"A squirrel sneaks into a city apartment and a young child tries to come up with a solution that will help the squirrel find its way back outside."
Young Adult Suggested Reading
@Benton
Absolutely Normal by Various Authors
"This book contains several short stories by multiple authors addressing a range of mental health issues. "
-Olivia, Teen Librarian
@Calvert
The Perks of Being a Wallflower by Stephen Chbosky
"This book centers around a boy who writes letters to an unknown person. Throughout the story there is discussion of mental health issues."
-Olivia, Teen Librarian
@Hardin
We are Okay by Nina LaCour
Marin has picked up and left everything behind in California, carrying only her phone, her wallet, and a picture of her mother. Now she's in college, and her former friend Mabel is coming to visit. Marin will be forced to confront her grief and the truths that caused her to flee her home.