Children's Library

 Welcome to the Children's Library - where reading is a fun and awesome adventure!

Our knowledgeable friendly staff is committed to enhancing the community through quality programming, education and literature for kids. We offer a wide variety of both fiction and informational texts to children, parents, educators, and adults. We offer something engaging for every child whatever his or her interests may be!

We love to:

• Recommend fantastic books
• Help find information for research or science fair projects
• Present exciting programs and storytimes
• Teach children and families to use the library and library catalog

The Perth Amboy Free Public Library is excited to offer a summer library program for Perth Amboy residents ages 4-11 years old. The program includes opportunities to complete summer reading and receive a Library Reader's Certificate, with 150 minutes of reading time. Additionally, the program will include a blend of enjoyable indoor and outdoor activities, captivating story times, engaging do-it-yourself craft sessions, reading and snack times, a pizza and prize party finale, and immersive educational exercises centered on the summer reading theme: “Unearth A Story”. Our Summer Reading Program invites young learners to explore the wonders of the natural world through an exciting, hands-on STEAM experience. Over two engaging hours, children will dive into the fascinating fields of geology, anthropology, and paleoanthropology — discovering how the Earth was formed, how dinosaurs lived, and how scientists uncover these stories.

Designed to make learning fun and memorable, this program blends science, creativity, and discovery to inspire the next generation of explorers and critical thinkers.

📅 Date: Tuesday, July 7, 2026

⏱️ Duration: 2 Hours

Spaces are limited — register today using the link below to secure your child's spot! Due to limited space, the program is only accepting the first 30 applicants. Registration for 2026 is officially open.

Register here!

The Children's Library regularly offers a wide variety of children's programs for kids and toddlers. Additionally, our Summer Reading Program encourages kids to keep reading throughout the summer months with a fun, themed program offering great incentives and prizes. The Children's Library offers other programs and special events. Check the calendar for current offerings.

Children up to seventh grade receive a children's library card. The age at which they get a card is at the discretion of their parents. All that is required is a parent's/guardian's identification showing proof of address and their signature on the application form.

Let us help you plan a class visit! With a scheduled visit we can offer you:

• Mini storytime
• Library orientation and tour
• Research assistance for specific topics
• Book talks
• Information on the Summer Reading Program

Your class is always welcome to visit the library, however, the library gets very crowded with regularly scheduled library programs and other groups. Calling before you plan to visit will help avoid these busy times.

Please contact the Children's Library to schedule a visit. We look forward to seeing your class at the library!