Children’s Services

The Children’s Department, which is located on the second floor of the library, offers materials in many formats for children of all ages.

Each week we offer Storytime for toddlers and preschoolers on Mondays and Fridays at 10:00 am. We will have a song, story, and craft or free play.  For more information, please call 217-234-2621.

The Mattoon Library Children’s Department also has a variety of fun games, toys, puppets, and puzzles for your child to enjoy.

Programs

The Children’s Department offers special programs and reading incentives throughout the year, including:

• Summer and Winter Reading Clubs

Online Resources

Check out our Children's Homework Help list for help finding useful and fun websites for your child to learn with.

Parents, please stay with your children while they are visiting the Children’s Department. For more information, please consult the Unattended Children Policy.