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For Parents & Caregivers

Whether you're looking to learn or play we are here to support your role as parent or caregiver. See what Youth Services has to offer to support you and your child as you explore, play, discover, & grow together. 

A Place to play

Your little ones can play with a variety of interactive toys at the Imagination Zone, including our Giant Lite Bright! We have a tablet station full of age appropriate games and apps. Visit us often to experience our rotating decorations and interactive displays.

If you need an activity for home, we have a wide variety of items in our Library of Things collection, as well as games, kits, and learning bags.

A Place to read and learn

Comfy chairs, caterpillar benches, and house full of board books...what more could you need to spend the day reading to your little one at the library?

When your young one is ready to start learning computer basics try the starter computer. Its special keyboard and programs will help get them familar with using a mouse, opening a program, typing on the keyboard and more.

Older kids can also use our computer in the Kids' Computer Zone.

Sensory Kit



Is your child feeling overwhelmed? We have sensory kits filled with noise canceling headphones, sunglasses and various sensory toys for in library use. No library card required. Please ask the staff at the Ask Me Desk if you need to use a sensory kit.

What to do next

Did you have fun at the library and need help deciding what to do next? There is a wide variety of local family-friendly events, activities, and places to go.

Museum Adventure Pass
Explore More Illinois
Chicago Parent
Oaklee’s Family Guide

Parenting Collection

To browse books on parenting in the library, ask for help at the Youth Ask Me Desk or the Adult Reference Desk. 

What to Expect When You're Expecting by Murkoff & Heidi Eisenberg
The Whole-brain Child 12 Revolutionary Strategies to Nurture Your Child's Developing Mind by Daniel J Siegel
Oh Crap! Potty Training by Jamie Glowacki
Outdoor Kids In an Inside World by Steven Rinella
Advanced Parenting by Kelly Fradin, MD

Online Resources

See every online resource the Library has to offer on the A–Z Online Resources page.

Use from home = Use from home

Library Card Required = Library card required

Consumer Reports

Use from home Library Card Required  An online version of the magazine. Get expert reviews and ratings for baby / toddler gear, children's health needs, school-aged kids products, and more.

Go Now External Link

Gale Presents: Udemy

Use from home Library Card Required  Thousands of on-demand video courses on topics like time management for working parents, first aid for caregivers, and more.

Start Learning External Link

Scholastic Teachables

Use from home Library Card Required  Download printable lesson plans, reading passages, games and puzzles, clip art, bulletin board ideas, and skills sheets for kids in any grade.

Go to resource External Link

The Great Courses: Parenting

Find more online training, videos and tutorials on the online learning page.

Art of Storytelling: From Parents to Professionals
How to Raise Lifelong Learners
Medical School for Everyone: Pediatrics Grand Rounds
Raising Emotionally and Socially Healthy Kids
Scientific Secrets for Raising Kids Who Thrive

Local Community Resources

The Rolling Meadows Community is full of resources to help out parents and families.