Whether you're going to be attending class in person, tuning in at home, or doing a blend of both this fall, The New York Public Library is here to support you with a wide range of fun learning resources, activities, and—of course—books. Sign up for the NYPL Kids newsletter for all the latest updates on back-to-school resources and more.

Back to School Learning Resources for Kids & Teens

Your library card gives you free online access to an array of different learning resources. For curious younger minds, you might want to try BookFlix, which pairs fiction with nonfiction titles. If you need to brush up on your math skills, check out TumbleMath. For other homework help, for grades K–12, you can access virtual one-on-one support in English and Spanish through Brainfuse. Discover more online resources through the Library.

Get Ready for School with Book-Inspired Crafts

Decorate your notebooks, make a giant popsicle pencil, and design your own paper mask portraits with this list of craft activities compiled by our children's librarians and staff.

Back to School Book List

Whether you're The King of Kindergarten or mulling The Perks of Being a Wallflower, the Library offers a wide range of books, e-books, and e-audiobooks for kids and teens about the school experience, from pre-K to high school. There's something for everyone on this list of 45 titles. (Younger readers can enjoy School Outreach Librarian Amber Certain reading The King of Kindergarten now—just scroll down this page!)

NYPL Storytimes

The Library releases new storytimes for kids and families every week. Explore the full range of storytimes, which include videos in different languages, Drag Queen Story Hour, and special event storytimes, including this year's special Juneteenth programs. Since August 10, the Library has been delighted to present additional special daily storytimes in parthership with Time Out New York Kids.

Remote Resources for Educators

The Library is here for New York's educators whether they're teaching online, looking for materials to support their curriculum, or connecting students with engaging learning aids. From one-on-one consultations with our School Outreach librarians to study tools arranged by subject, find out how the Library can help and visit the NYPL for Educators channel on Vimeo.

More Resources

• For kids, from pre-K to middle school
• For teens
• For parents and caregivers
• For educators

Get a Library Card!

Although many of our resources are available to everyone online, some of them require you to have a library card to access them. If you don't already have one, you can get one for free online through the Library's free e-reader app, SimplyE. This will also give you access to hundreds of thousands of e-books and audiobooks.

Need a Book?

Since July 13, the Library has been offering grab-and-go service at select branch locations across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Place holds on books and other library materials online, await our signal, then head to your nearest grab-and-go branch for pickup! Just don't forget your mask.

Sign Up for NYPL Kids

For all the latest news about Back to School, online programs, activity and craft ideas, and information about what the Library offers to kids, don't forget to sign up for the NYPL Kids newsletter.

Before You Go...

Enjoy this special storytime with School Outreach Librarian Amber Certain, who reads The King of Kindergarten by Derrick D. Barnes, illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton.