CLOSING

Cinco Ranch Branch Library will be closed for several weeks starting Mon, Jan 12, because we are replacing carpet throughout the building. Holds can be picked up through Thu, Jan 8 at Cinco Ranch Branch. The outdoor book drop will remain OPEN during the time the building is closed, and library items may be returned at Cinco Ranch

Beginning Fri, Jan 9, until the re-opening of the Cinco Ranch Branch building, all items that were requested to be held at Cinco Ranch should be picked up at Fulshear Branch library. If another location is more convenient for you, please contact Fulshear Branch on Jan 9 to reroute the items to your preferred location.

Award Books

someone selected a picture book from a children's book display
2x2 reading list logo

2 X 2 Reading List

The 2X2 Committee‘s charge is to produce a list of 20 recommended books for children, age two to grade two.

Current 2x2 List
Catalog Search for 2x2 Reading List

Texas Bluebonnet Award Books logo

Texas Bluebonnet Award Books

The Texas Bluebonnet Award list contains books selected for the interests, content, reviews, and quality relevant to students in grades 3 - 6. Both fiction and nonfiction books are represented.

Texas Bluebonnet Award Books
Catalog Search for Bluebonnet List

Texas Lone Star Reading List logo

Texas Lone Star Reading List

The Texas Lone Star list is a recommended reading list developed by public and school librarians from the Young Adult Round Table. The purpose of the list is to encourage students in grades 6, 7, or 8 to explore a variety of current books.

Texas Lone Star Reading List
Catalog Search for Lone Star List

Newbery Medal

Newbery Medal

The Newbery Medal was named for 18th-century British bookseller John Newbery. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the author of the most distinguished contribution to American literature for children.

Newbery Medal Winner & Honorees
Past Newbery Medal Winners & Honorees
Catalog Search for Newbery Medal Winners

Caldecott Medal

Caldecott Medal

The Caldecott Medal was named in honor of 19th-century English illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It is awarded annually by the Association for Library Service to Children, a division of the American Library Association, to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children.

Caldecott Medal Winner & Honorees
Past Caldecott Medal Winners & Honorees
Catalog Search for Caldecott Medal Winners

Upcoming Youth Events

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

9:00am–5:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children (up through grade 8) and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Family Gaming Hour

2:30pm–3:30pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
University Branch Library
Library Branch: University Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room #1 (University)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

Families are invited to come to the library for a screen free family hour of gaming together! Our meeting room will be filled with board games, but please do not start a family feuds while playing Monopoly at the library!

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Family Coloring Hour

3:00pm–4:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Adult
Fulshear Branch Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Fulshear Branch Library
Room: Multipurpose Room (Fulshear)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades, Adult
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Description:

Join us every week for Family Coloring Hour! Bring your own coloring pages and supplies or choose from our designs and supplies. We will play relaxing music while we color to help us unwind. 

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Pajama Night - Celebrate Me!

6:00pm–6:30pm
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library in our meeting room. Crafts will be available at the end of the program.

This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group
This event is in the "Middle Grades" group

Family Games & Jigsaw Puzzles

9:00am–5:00pm
Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
George Memorial Library
Library Branch: George Memorial Library
Room: Middle Grades Game Room (George Memorial)
Age Group: Preschool, Elementary, Middle Grades
Program Type: Games
Description:

During this come-and-go activity time, a variety of board games, jigsaw puzzles, and more will be available for children (up through grade 8) and their caregivers to enjoy! Try out a new game and meet new friends!

This event is in the "Infant" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "Elementary" group

Family Story Time - Celebrate Me!

10:15am–10:45am
Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Library Branch: Cinco Ranch Branch Library
Room: Meeting Room (Cinco Ranch)
Age Group: Infant, Preschool, Elementary
Program Type: Story Times
Description:

Stories, songs, and action rhymes for families with children of all ages. This 30-minute activity takes place at the library. 

We are unable to accommodate daycares and school groups.