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Kids Readers' Corner

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Kids Collections

The Missoula Public Library offers a variety of materials selected especially for children. Children and parents can find books in the following sections:

Toddler Cubes, Easy/Picture Books, Beginning Readers, Picture Books for Everyone, Kids Non-Fiction, Kids Fiction(Chapter Books), Kids Paperback Series, and Holiday Books.

 
Classics for Kids

These classic titles have withstood the test of time. alice_lg-1
They are enjoyed by children today as much as when they were first published.
Find abridged versions of many of the classics - Heidi, Black Beauty,
Oliver Twist-under the call number J CLASSIC on the juvenile fiction shelves.
 
Read Alouds
These books are the perfect choice to read aloud to your child. girl.dog.book
These stories will be enjoyed by children of all ages and will be a joy to read.

 

 
Dinosaur

Dinosaurs will never go out of fashion. dinosaur-1These titles will give your little Dinosaur fan hours of enjoyment.

 

 
Mysteries
A good mystery can be enjoyed by young and old. mystery
We have mysteries in our picture book and chapter book collections.

 

 
Humorous
Get ready to giggle. Here are some of the picture and humor
chapter books that will keep you smiling.

 

 
Adventure
Are you looking for an Adventure?adventure
Check out any of these picture books or chapter books
and go on an adventure you'll never forget.
 
Sports
Boys and Girls who love sports of all kinds will enjoy sports.kids1
these selections with a sports theme.

 
Historical Fiction
Take a trip back in time while enjoying
these stories that are set in the past.historical fiction

 
Fantasy Titles
Get ready to escape to a fantastical world where dragon
anything can happen when you choose a picture
or chapter book from our Fantasy list.

 
Sigma Xi Science Book Collection
Every year local scientist John Pierce gives Missoula Public Libraryscience
new and wonderful science books for children.
During the past 20 years he has donated over 200 science books
to the library.  His goal is to interest young people in science by
showing them that there is always something new to investigate
and something wonderful to discover.
Every day interested children ask for science books so they can
better understand the world around them.
 
Books By and About Native Peoples

native american childAs part of Indian Education for All Montana is committed in its educational goals to the preservation of the cultural heritage of the American Indians. Enjoy these recommended books that recognize their distinct and unique cultural heritage.