Kids
Our goal is to provide kids access to quality educational programs and resources. We inspire learning, spark curiosity, and offer a safe space for growth and creativity. Through books, programs, and events, we support kids' development and help them explore their interests.
Homework Help & Fun
Get help with you homework and discover fun new games to play!
Resources
Student Help
Excellence in school begins at the library. Find out how we help San José students succeed.
Online Homework Help Resources
Online resources to help with homework assignments for children and teens.
Kids Games & Fun
Fun and educational games that kids can play online.
New Books
Calling all young explorers! New tales have landed.
eBooks
Rain or shine, read online! Our eBooks are ready whenever you are.
OverDrive for Kids
eBooks and eAudiobooks are featured in OverDrive's reading room for kids.
Boundless Kids Fiction (Formerly Axis 360)
New and popular kids fiction eBooks.
LOTE4Kids
Kids can enjoy 1300+ picture books in over 45 languages along with English translations. New stories and languages are added regularly.
EBSCO Kids Fiction
Enjoy a variety of fiction eBooks through EBSCO with no holds in this collection especially for kids.
OverDrive for Kids
eBooks and eAudiobooks are featured in OverDrive's reading room for kids.
Boundless Kids Fiction (Formerly Axis 360)
New and popular kids fiction eBooks.
LOTE4Kids
Kids can enjoy 1300+ picture books in over 45 languages along with English translations. New stories and languages are added regularly.
EBSCO Kids Fiction
Enjoy a variety of fiction eBooks through EBSCO with no holds in this collection especially for kids.
Your Next Book
Not sure what to read next? We can help.
Children's Booklists
Our staff picks for children of different ages.
NoveList K-8 Plus
Find out what books to read next based on your favorite books and topics.
Beanstack
Awesome book and app recommendations, hand-picked for your child by librarians. Participate in 1000 Books Before Kindergarten.
Events
Discover, play, learn, repeat!
New Blogs
Find out what's new.
Bringing Home the Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is a time of excitement! The library is here for fun events, books and more!
SJPL Service Day 2025
On Saturday, Feb. 8, come show us some love by giving back and beautifying your treasure-filled library.
Silicon Valley Reads 2025
Learn more about the special theme, events, and the books for this community-wide reading program.
Winter Reading: National Hobby Month
It’s time to start off the New Year right by joining the San Jose Public Library’s Winter Reading Program and gaining a new hobby!
Bringing Home the Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year is a time of excitement! The library is here for fun events, books and more!
SJPL Service Day 2025
On Saturday, Feb. 8, come show us some love by giving back and beautifying your treasure-filled library.
Silicon Valley Reads 2025
Learn more about the special theme, events, and the books for this community-wide reading program.
Winter Reading: National Hobby Month
It’s time to start off the New Year right by joining the San Jose Public Library’s Winter Reading Program and gaining a new hobby!
