This program encourages caregivers to read 1,000 books to their children before they enter Kindergarten. Register here and pick up your reading log at the Children’s Desk. If you have multiple children, please fill out one form per child. Bring your log to the library at each milestone for a small reward: 50 books, 100 books, 200 books, 300 books, 400 books, 500 books, 600 books, 700 books, 800 books, 900 books, and 1,000 books. You may repeat books, include books read at Story Time, etc. There is no beginning or end date for this program. Just read with your child and enjoy!
Questions? Contact the Children's Department at jplkids@johnsonlib.org or 201-343-4169 x14.
For grades K-6
Be paired up with a teen volunteer for one-on-one homework or reading assistance. Please keep in mind that the number of available spaces is dependent on how many volunteers we have in the program. Caregivers can register here to get their child started. The student and volunteer will pick a day and time that works for both of them. Meetings must take place in the Children's Room for one hour every week.
If you are in grades 7-12 and would like to be a Homework Helper volunteer, please fill out an application.
Questions? Contact Gavin at jplkids@johnsonlib.org or 201-3434169 x14.
Available for pick-up in the Children’s Room during library hours - for all ages
Every month we will feature a different craft kit, available for pick-up on a first come, first served basis every Monday.
Questions? Contact Gavin at gavin.godbolt@hackensack.bccls.org or 201-343-4169 x19.
Mondays from 10-11am for ages 5 and below
Join us for this free, unstructured play time! We will have tubs and bins filled with wonderful things to touch and experience. Materials were generously sponsored by The Greater Alliance Hopes & Dreams Foundation for Children.
Registration is not required.
Questions? Contact Mari at mari.zigas@hackensack.bccls.org or 201-343-4169 x14.