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Cleveland Public Library Launches Virtual Storytime for Families for Children during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Children in the greater Cleveland area can now enjoy storytime in the comfort of their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. On Tuesday, March 31, Cleveland Public Library is kicking off Virtual Storytime on its digital platforms which includes cpl.org, Facebook, and YouTube. Library staff, elected officials, journalists, and other celebrities will read an assortment of children’s books selected by the…

Storytime with WKYC’s Maureen Kyle: Don’t Push the Button by Bill Cotter, Corduroy by Don Freeman

We love a good storytime as much as the next person, so we’re joining WKYC for live storytimes on Tuesday and Thursday mornings! We are happy to partner with them to promote literacy during this time of shelter-in-place. Join Maureen Kyle as she reads to your kids today! It’s Story Time once again! The Cleveland Public Library helped pick our…

Cleveland Public Library Expands Digital Resources for Users During Closure for COVID-19

Quick Access: Educators | New York Times Online EDUCATOR RESOURCES Gale Cengage To support librarians and educators as they navigate a rapid shift to virtual learning and across many communities, the physical closure of libraries, Gale has launched a COVID-19 resource center. Though this online hub is quickly evolving, you can immediately start using and sharing, for free: Interdisciplinary, curriculum-aligned resources to…

What’s My Account Status During the Library’s Closure for COVID-19? Your Account Questions Answered

What’s happening with my holds? The ability for patrons to place holds online is not available while the library is closed. However, we are automatically extending the hold pickup date for items available on the hold shelf so that items will be available when the library reopens. Use the “My List” feature in the online catalog to keep track of…

Cleveland Public Library Suspends All Onsite Services Due to COVID-19, Digital Services Available

Out of an abundance of caution, Cleveland Public Library must temporarily suspend plans to deliver meals to children. The Library had planned to provide take-home meals at Main Library and our 27 neighborhood branches. However, we must cancel that service due to health concerns of our staff. “The was a difficult decision for us to make at Cleveland Public Library….

Home School Help, Unlock Educational Resources for Kids with Your Library Card

TumbleBooks Books come to life through animation, narration, sounds and music. Tumblebook Library is a collection of electronic picture books for children, which are sure to entertain and evoke a love of reading. Kanopy Kanopy has curated the perfect collection of educational TV shows children’s films. OverDrive OverDrive has an excellent collection of children’s books and audiobooks that you can…

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