KIDS
Contact Youth Services Staff
Have questions about programs, storytimes, or library resources for children and teens?
The Youth Services Department is here to help!
📞 Call: (270) 769-6337
📍 Visit: Stop by the Youth Services area at the Main Library
We’re happy to assist with reading recommendations, program sign-ups, and any library-related questions for young patrons and their families.
Parents
Children’s Services at HCPL
At Hardin County Public Library, we are delighted to offer a variety of programs and services designed for children of all ages:
- Reading Programs: Fun, age-appropriate activities to foster a love of reading.
- StoryTimes: Join us for engaging and interactive storytimes designed to inspire a love of reading and spark imagination.
- Reader’s Advisory & Reference Help: Assistance with homework, research, and reading recommendations.
- Summer Reading Program: A yearly program with fun challenges and recognition.
- Children’s Collection: A wide selection of fiction, non-fiction, and audio materials.
Your Child Can Get a Library Card!
Children are welcome to have their own library card, helping them learn responsibility from an early age.
- Requirements: Parents or guardians must bring the child in person with a photo ID.
- Cost: Free for Hardin County residents; $10 fee for out-of-county residents.
Sign your child up today and give them the gift of reading!
Safe and Welcoming Environment
We want every child to feel safe and welcome at HCPL. Please review our Safe Child Policy.
Homeschool Resources
Hardin County Public Library offers a variety of resources to support homeschooling families. Explore books, digital tools, and programs designed to make learning at home engaging and fun for all ages.
Helpful Websites for Homeschooling:
Bluegrass Education: List of Homeschool Co-ops in Kentucky
Find a Kentucky homeschool co-op in your area! Co-ops are listed alphabetically by county and are categorized according to type and required parental involvement.
Kentucky Rights of Parents: Homeschooling State Requirements
The official website of the Kentucky Department of Education. Provides information about homeschool requirements and answers frequently asked questions.
The Kentucky Academic Standards (KAS): Standards Family Guide and Resources
Family Guides have been developed to help families familiarize themselves with the content of each grade level’s standards. Each guide contains a standards overview for reading and writing, mathematics, science and social studies.
Home-school.com’s List of Homeschooling Groups in Kentucky
Find homeschooling groups near you.
Kentucky Homeschool Organizations and Support Groups Listing
A listing of Kentucky state organizations and local homeschool groups.
Online Databases:
Hardin County Public Library subscribes to a variety of online databases covering a wide range of topics. Homeschool families and students can explore trusted resources for research, learning, and enrichment right from home.
The Kentucky Virtual Library (KYVL) offers a wealth of online resources to support homeschool families and students. Access e-books, research databases, educational videos, and learning tools that make exploring subjects at home easier and more engaging for all ages.
Homework Help
Homework Help: Find trusted resources, study tools, and expert guidance to make learning easier and schoolwork less stressful.
Resources
Databases
* Please call the library for current username and password
Teachers
Services for Teachers
Bringing the Library to Your Classroom!
Hardin County Public Library offers a variety of services to support teachers and students:
Library Tours:
- Fun for all ages! Stories for younger students, book talks for older ones.
- Tour groups can get library cards (applications provided; require parent signatures and one week processing).
Book Talks:
- Grades K–12, at the library or your school.
Non-Fiction Book Selections:
- Customized collections for classroom use.
- Request at least two weeks in advance.
- Books can be checked out for up to one month (new titles excluded).
Discover how the library can enhance your classroom!
Call (270) 769-6337 for more information or to schedule a visit.
Summer Reading
Summer Reading Program
Dive into a summer full of reading, fun, and prizes! Our Summer Reading Program encourages readers of all ages to explore new books, participate in exciting activities, and celebrate the joy of reading.
- For All Ages: Kids, teens, and adults are welcome.
- Incentives and Rewards: Earn prizes, badges, or recognition for reaching reading goals.
- Fun Activities: Storytimes, book-themed games, and special events throughout the summer.
