Join us for Preschool Story Time, an early literacy program featuring stories, songs, and a fun craft! This program is for children ages 3-6 years old and their caregivers.
In order to ensure the safety of our youngest patrons, this is a ticketed program. Free tickets available in the library on the morning of the program. First come, first served.
Kids
Join us every Saturday in our children's area for a family-friendly Story Time with Sawyer, a certified therapy dog, and his human, Betsy!
You're invited to attend Story Time every Tuesday at 11 am.
Story Time is a great way for children to build early literacy skills with stories, rhymes and songs. Parents and guardians are encouraged to participate by sitting with children and singing (and learning!) new songs.
Last half hour is craft time! Children of all ages are welcome.
We cannot host daycares or groups.
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- Occurrence: Mondays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)
- Time: 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
- Ages: All ages
- Description: Slip into your jammies and join us for a cozy evening of bedtime stories, playful activity centers, and family fun that winds down the day just right!
- Additional Info: Free! No Registration.
- Occurrence: Mondays, weekly (unless otherwise noted)
- Time: 9:30 AM, 10:30 AM, 11:30 AM
- Ages: 2-3
- Description: Stories, songs, and rhymes for toddlers!
- Additional Info: Free!
- Location: Kids Corner
- Ticket Info*: Limit: 65
Children's Ticket Details
Join us on Wednesdays at 11:00 am for Toddler Story Time! This 30-minute Story Time is designed for toddlers aged 1 to 3 years old. We meet in the children's area to share books, songs, rhymes, and more! After Story Time, the toy cabinets are opened and the children are invited to stay and play. It's a great way to meet other caregivers and give your toddler a chance to socialize.
Siblings are always welcome.
We meet in the children's area where the picture books and campfire rug are located.
No registration or tickets required.
Using just salt, glue, and watercolors, kids will create a spooky, kooky, one-of-a-kind work of art! This program is designed for kids in grades K-5.
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.
Play, Learn, and Grow Together!
From October 13 through November 10, our regular Family Storytime will be replaced by the Play & Learn! Family Place Workshop. Family Storytime will return on November 17.
Join us for this special 5-week parent-child workshop designed to support early childhood development while strengthening the bond between children and their caregivers. Children ages 1–3 will enjoy hands-on play with toys and activities that encourage creativity, exploration, and learning.
Pre-K+ Storytime for Walkers & Talkers
This Storytime focuses on the developmental needs for "Preschoolers," specifically children who are walkers AND talkers.
So, seats and attendance for this Storytime give priority to "preschoolers, who are walkers & talkers.