Children

Welcome to the Beaman Library Children’s Room.

Our Children’s Room is located on the second floor of the Library and offers a variety of creative learning experiences, as well as, a vast collection of books, audios, games, S.T.E.A.M. tablets, etc. We gladly welcome all children, especially the exuberant ones, where they can be free to be themselves while exploring and learning!

eBooks for Kids

Using your Beaman Library card and the C/WMARS KIDS ebook Collection you can download eBooks and audiobooks for your kids and teens!

Great Links for Kids

Homework resources, encyclopedia links

Upcoming Events for Children

Next 5 Children’s Events

Books and Blankies
30 May 23
West Boylston
Books and Blankies
30 May 23
West Boylston
Teddy Bear Picnic
31 May 23
West Boylston
Interactive Bulletin Board
1 Jun 23
West Boylston
Mother Goose
1 Jun 23
West Boylston

Quicklist by Week

May 29, 2023 - June 4, 2023

Books and Blankies - May 30, 2023 at 10:15 am - 11:00 am
Books and Blankies - May 30, 2023 at 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Teddy Bear Picnic - May 31, 2023 at 11:00 am
Interactive Bulletin Board - June 1, 2023 at 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Mother Goose - June 1, 2023 at 10:15 am - 11:00 am
Books and Blankies Senior - June 1, 2023 at 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Friday First Chapters - June 2, 2023 at 4:00 pm

June 5, 2023 - June 11, 2023

Books and Blankies - June 6, 2023 at 10:15 am - 11:00 am
Books and Blankies - June 6, 2023 at 11:15 am - 12:00 pm
Earth Agents Birding Program - June 6, 2023 at 6:00 pm

TumbleBooks - eBooks for Kids!

TumbleBookLibrary is a curated database of children’s ebooks, available by subscription.

Click for Tumble Book Library

Kanopy Kids

A curated collection of age-appropriate content featuring the best children’s programming, including favorites from PBS Kids, Sesame Street, and more.

Click for Kanopy Kids

TeenBookCloud

TeenBookCloud is an online collection of ebooks, enhanced novels, graphic novels, videos, and audio books.

Click for TeenBookCloud.com

Beaman Library Children's Room YouTube channel

Enjoy storytimes and get samplings of books right from home with Beaman Library Children's Room YouTube channel

First Fridays

Each week Ms Sue will read first chapters of books that are new to our Library! If you are interested in reading further, just request the book. If you need help in making the request, just call the Library!

Children's Room Library News

A photograph of a draped American flag. Text reads "The Library will be closed Saturday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day"

Library Closing

May 16, 2023

The Library will be closed on Saturday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day. The Library will reopen on Tuesday, May 30 at 10:00 a.m.

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A photograph of a dog floating in a pool on an inflatable raft while wearing sunglasses.

Summer Saturday Hours

May 15, 2023

During the summer months of June, July, and August the Library’s Saturday hours will change to 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Thank you to the College of the Holy Cross…

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An illustration of whales, a turtle and a small ship with people riding in or on them. Flags read "Find Your Voice!"

Summer 2023: Find Your Voice!

May 3, 2023

  Summer is here and Beaman Library has an exciting Summer Reading Program, Find Your Voice! planned for readers of all ages. Summer Reading Program for Adults    Our annual…

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A handheld device displaying the Libby app on a two-tone background.

March 10, 2023

OverDrive app users, changes are coming! The legacy OverDrive app will soon be discontinued, and you’ll need to switch to Libby, OverDrive’s newer reading app. You can still use the…

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An illustration of a person in a yellow dress using a touch screen on an oversized digital device.

New Event Registration Procedure

February 4, 2023

With our new website, a new event registration system has been introduced, allowing patrons to register for upcoming programs and events online. We are very excited about this new tool,…

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