Kids
Entertainment for your little ones
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Kids Spotlight
Indigenous Collection - Children and Teens
Titles from our newest Indigenous Children's collection launch in February 2026.
Fiero Code
Fiero Code offers lessons in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python, SQL, and block coding. For kids ages 8 and older, teens, and adults.
Chess Club
Saturdays, 2:00-3:00 pm
Nancy Bennett Room, Poirier branch
Calling all grandmasters-in-waiting. Gather your rooks, pawns, bishops, and knights and test your logical mettle at our monthly Chess Club.
Summer Drop-in Activities
Beat summer vacation boredom with fun drop-in activities that run every Wednesday and Thursday, through July and August. All ages are welcome, but any pre-school-aged children must be accompanied by an adult during the activity. All programs are drop-in. No registration required.
For more information, contact Librarian Chris Miller at cmiller@coqlibrary.ca
Every child is unique
As a library, we know that every child grows and explores at their own pace. Below you will find some suggestions that reflect average reading and participation level by age. If your child has specific needs that aren't reflected here, please reach out to us. We're more than happy to help you find something your child is sure to enjoy.
Ages 0-5
Suggested Books
Fresh Air Story Time
Join us for picture books, songs, and rhymes in a park near you. Various dates and locations; please see event listing.
Family Story Time
For 0-5 year olds. Various locations, please check event listing.
Baby Story Time
For 0-2 year olds. Various locations, please check event listing.
Sensory Playtime for Babies
Babies can explore a variety of sensory toys that have unusual textures, movement, or sounds. Various locations, please check event listing.
Fresh Air Story Time
Join us for picture books, songs, and rhymes in a park near you. Various dates and locations; please see event listing.
Family Story Time
For 0-5 year olds. Various locations, please check event listing.
Baby Story Time
For 0-2 year olds. Various locations, please check event listing.
Sensory Playtime for Babies
Babies can explore a variety of sensory toys that have unusual textures, movement, or sounds. Various locations, please check event listing.
Ages 5-8
Suggested Books
Ages 9-12
Suggested Books
More to Explore
Other Media
Tree Spree Tour: Forest Understory Walk
Aug 19th | 10:00am - 11:30am
Mundy Park, 641 Hillcrest Street
The City of Coquitlam's Park Spark team will take you on a guided nature walk. Learn about the plants and animals that live in our city.
Learn about the Library: A Tour
Sep 2nd | 5:30pm - 6:30pm
City Centre
Get an insider's view of the library on a guided tour, including a peek into the backroom. We'll also do a scavenger hunt with small prizes.
Chuseok Festival Celebration 추석대잔치
Sep 26th | 10:30am - 12:30pm
City Centre
Celebrate Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) with a story time in Korean and English, followed by activities and crafts. Everyone is welcome.
Exploring the Outdoors: Author talk with Kirsten Pendreigh
Nov 4th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Online
Discover the wonders of nature and the amazing animals that call it home with children's author Kirsten Pendreigh.
Tree Spree Tour: Forest Understory Walk
Aug 19th | 10:00am - 11:30am
Mundy Park, 641 Hillcrest Street
The City of Coquitlam's Park Spark team will take you on a guided nature walk. Learn about the plants and animals that live in our city.
Learn about the Library: A Tour
Sep 2nd | 5:30pm - 6:30pm
City Centre
Get an insider's view of the library on a guided tour, including a peek into the backroom. We'll also do a scavenger hunt with small prizes.
Chuseok Festival Celebration 추석대잔치
Sep 26th | 10:30am - 12:30pm
City Centre
Celebrate Chuseok (Korean Thanksgiving) with a story time in Korean and English, followed by activities and crafts. Everyone is welcome.
Exploring the Outdoors: Author talk with Kirsten Pendreigh
Nov 4th | 10:30am - 11:30am
Online
Discover the wonders of nature and the amazing animals that call it home with children's author Kirsten Pendreigh.
Learn with a Teen Buddy
Homework Help
For children in grades 1-6. Bring assignments in any subject and get help from teen volunteers.
Parlez-Nous en Français
For children in grades 1-6. Bring French reading material and homework assignments, and get help from teen volunteers.
Reading Buddies
For children in grades 1-4. Practice reading skills with a teen buddy.
Homework Help
For children in grades 1-6. Bring assignments in any subject and get help from teen volunteers.
Parlez-Nous en Français
For children in grades 1-6. Bring French reading material and homework assignments, and get help from teen volunteers.
Reading Buddies
For children in grades 1-4. Practice reading skills with a teen buddy.