For kids and families
The library is a place for all kinds of families to discover, explore, and have fun together.
It’s not just books (although we’ve got a great collection for kids!). At the library you can:
- Try out robots and other cool maker technology
- Explore in special sensory spaces
- Get messy at craft programs
- Build a masterpiece with LEGOs
- Check out a bilingual storytime
- Get personalized reading recommendations for any age
…and much more!
For every age
Through every stage of your lifelong learning journey, the library is there for you. From the very beginning with lapsit storytimes and board books, through homework help and fun activities for kids in school, and into the teen years and beyond – at every age, we can help you grow, learn, and have fun!
Featured online resources
Brainfuse HelpNow
Free online tutoring, help with writing assignments, and more.
Gale in Context: Elementary
Just for elementary students: search for info on current events, the arts, science, health, people, government, history, sports, and more. Includes easy-to-understand articles from over 100 kids' magazines, newspapers, and reference books.
Just for Kids Access Video
Kids’ shows, with favorites like Sesame Street, The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss, and more.
NC Kids Digital Library
Ebooks, e-audiobooks, and video for kids!
NCpedia
Info about North Carolina history, people, government, and educational institutions.
Featured online resources
Brainfuse HelpNow
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Free online tutoring, help with writing assignments, and more.
NC Kids Digital Library
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Ebooks, e-audiobooks, and video for kids!
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Kids’ shows, with favorites like Sesame Street, The Wubbulous World of Dr. Seuss, and more.
NCpedia
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Info about North Carolina history, people, government, and educational institutions.
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Accounts and access
Library cards
No one is too young or old to get a library card! Kids from 0 to 17 can check out items, use computers, and more with a juvenile card. A parent or guardian must be present to sign up for the card.
For Durham Public Schools students – Bull City, NC SLAM
Durham Public Schools students can also check out items through the Bull City, NC SLAM program. No sign-up is required: students already have a SLAM ID unless you’ve opted out of the program – it’s the same as your student ID or PowerSchool number. You can use your SLAM IDs for checking out books, using library resources online, and more. Learn more about how Bull City, NC SLAM works.
Meet the children’s librarians
Ms. Elmera
Location: South Regional Library
Elmera is a Children’s Library Associate at the South Regional Library. She started her career out as an elementary school teacher before she started to work toward her MLIS degree at UNCG. Elmera is an avid reader, mostly enjoying YA fantasy or a good mystery. When she isn’t working, she likes to spend time outdoors hiking with her family, baking, or binge watching (mostly old) TV shows.
Pronouns: she/her
