Help your little one discover the joy of reading! Our interactive, in-person Phonics Storytime introduces early literacy skills through playful learning, lively music, and enchanting tales.
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This program is recommended for babies aged 0-18 months, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. It includes age-appropriate stories, rhymes, bounces, and songs that lay the foundation for reading. Children will also develop sensory, fine motor, and social skills through playtime.
Help your little one discover the joy of reading! Our interactive, in-person Phonics Storytime introduces early literacy skills through playful learning, lively music, and enchanting tales.
This program is recommended for babies aged 0-18 months, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. It includes age-appropriate stories, rhymes, bounces, and songs that lay the foundation for reading. Children will also develop sensory, fine motor, and social skills through playtime.
This program is recommended for babies aged 0-18 months, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. It includes age-appropriate stories, rhymes, bounces, and songs that lay the foundation for reading. Children will also develop sensory, fine motor, and social skills through playtime.
Bring your creativity to life with this after-school craft program. Try your hand at a new craft each week and take home a masterpiece!
Recommended for school-age children ages 5-12.
Tickets are required for all programs unless otherwise noted. They are free and available starting 30 minutes before the program begins at the Children’s Information Desk. Tickets are limited and offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
This program is recommended for babies aged 0-18 months, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. It includes age-appropriate stories, rhymes, bounces, and songs that lay the foundation for reading. Children will also develop sensory, fine motor, and social skills through playtime.
Ready to make your next move? Join us for Teen Chess Night presented by First Checkmate! Test your strategy, improve your game, and compete in friendly matches with other teens.
All skill levels are welcome.
Chess boards provided.
Open to ages 11-18 only.
Travel with us as we explore the world through art! Enjoy a fun hands-on learning experience that covers artists both past and present and create your own masterpiece inspired by their amazing artwork!
This program is for children ages 6-12 and their parent/caregiver. Registration is required and begins one week in advance.
Harris County Public Library's Book Buddies is a FREE literacy program that pairs trained teen volunteers (Big Buddies) with children in K-3rd grade (Little Buddies) for 10 weeks to share the joy of reading. More information can be found on our website.
The next session for the South Houston Branch Library will run from September 8 - November 10, 2026. The Buddies will meet on Tuesdays from 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM.