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Kids Program Resources

The 2026 All Iowa Reads selection for kids is THE TROUBLE WITH HEROES by Kate Messner.

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Book cover of The Trouble with Heroes next to headshot of author Kate Messer.
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Teen Program Resources

The 2026 All Iowa Reads selection for teens is STRONG LIKE YOU by T.L. Simpson.

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Book cover of Strong Like You next to headshot of author T.L. Simpson.

POP YS Live: (February 2026): Strategies for An Adaptable and Accessible Summer Reading Program

In this edition of POP YS Live, we'll take a look at how to create a more welcoming and adaptable Summer Reading Program.

February 11, 2026 1:00 pm

All Iowa Reads 2026: Exploring the Shortlists Webinar

Join us for this hour-long webinar that introduces you to the 2026 All Iowa Reads shortlists for Adults, Teens, & Kids.

February 10, 2026 11:00 am

Check It Out (January 2026)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

January 27, 2026 11:00 am

Pop YS Live (January 2026) | Summer in the Small Library

In this session, Janeé will share some ideas for folks in small libraries on how to plan for summer without feeling overwhelmed.

January 21, 2026 1:00 pm

Check it Out (December 2025)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

December 16, 2025 11:00 am

Pop YS Live (December 2025) | Prize-A-Palooza: All About Summer Reading Prizes

Small prizes? Grand prizes? Raffles? Trinkets? Experiences? Something that fits with the theme?

December 10, 2025 1:00 pm

Download Summer Library Program Resource Guide

Download the 2026 Summer Library Program Resource Guide from iREAD by June 1, 2026.

June 1, 2026

Summer Reading 2026 Jump Start

Summer 2026 may seem far off, but now’s the time to start planting ideas for next year’s summer library programming.

November 19, 2025 10:00 am
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STEM To Go & Storytime Kits

Available for checkout to Iowa libraries, these kits are designed to enhance library STEM programming and storytimes.

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STEM Kit in use featuring a structure built out of large magnetic tiles in a library.

Check it Out (November 2025)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

November 25, 2025 11:00 am

Pop YS Live (November 2025): Engaging Caregivers During Storytimes

What’s the only thing worse than a disruptive kid during storytime? A disruptive caregiver!

November 12, 2025 1:00 pm

Check it Out (October 2025)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

October 28, 2025 11:00 am

Check it Out (August 2025)

Check it Out! is a monthly webinar series from the State Library of Iowa spotlighting the best new books for ages 0-18.

August 26, 2025 11:00 am

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