Whatcom County Library
Service to Parents

Toddler and Preschool  
Storytimes 

Weekly, half-hour programs of stories, songs, fingerplays and other amusements are offered for children ages 1-3 (Toddler Time) and ages 3-5 (Preschool Storytime).  Check the Storytime Schedule for times and locations, or call 384-3150 or your local library for information.

Collections:

We have information about the health,  and development of children and teens, as well as ideas for activities, projects and places to go. 

Many parenting books are found in the nonfiction section, under the 649 Dewey decimal number. Many of these books also have parenting labels for easy identification.

Booklists:

Books for Toddlers, Books for New Brothers and Sisters, Children's Classics, Books for Better than Beginners, and more; we publish a variety of lists  for parents, children and teens.

Informational Brochures:

• Tips for Homeschool Parents
• Ten Reasons to Read To Your Child
• Catch 'em In The Cradle
• Freedom To Read
• Free Library Access for Minors

Community Referral:

Our reference librarians can help you locate local or national organizations.
Call 354-4883.

 

Help In Effective 
Use of the Library

Finding what you want:

Librarians are glad to help:  We are never too busy--you are the reason that we are here. If what you want is not on shelf, we can request it from another library. Please ask. We may also be able to use electronic resources to help.

Getting books back on time:

Printouts: On request, the librarian will provide a printout of the materials  you have checked out and their due dates.  You can also get this information from your patron record in our online catalog.

Helpful Strategies:  Mark your calendar with the due date as a reminder and keep your library materials in a special place at home so that they are easier to find.

Renewals: Materials can be renewed by phone, or by accessing your patron record from our online catalog.

Bookdrops: Books can be dropped off at the bookdrops at any of our branches.  All materials may be placed in bookdrops.

 

Updated 4-15-08 by Tammy LaPlante
Send any comments or questions to csarette@wcls.org