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 The Covina Public Library invites children who are learning to read to visit the children’s area and read to a loving, friendly dog. This unique program gives emerging and struggling readers the opportunity to read to a nonjudgmental listener, one who will accept the story exactly as it is read. All dogs have received certification from Therapy Dogs International, Delta Pet Partners, or Therapy Dogs Incorporated. Children must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. To register, please call the Library at (626) 384-5312, or just drop in!
DAY & TIME: Fridays, 3:30-4:30 pm
LOCATION: Covina Public Library 234 N. Second Aveneue |
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 TumbleBookLibrary is an online collection of animated, talking picture books which teach kids the joy of reading in a format they'll love. TumbleBooks are created by adding animation, sound, music and narration to existing picture books in order to produce an electronic picture book which you can read, or have read to you. The TumbleBookLibrary provides enrichment to students who are reading independently with a variety of high interest material. It also provides support to students who require skill building with a variety of exercises that can be matched with other areas of the curriculum.
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Drop-In Homework Help Center
The Library offers academic homework help for students in grades 1-8 on a drop-in basis. The program offers students the opportunity to complete homework assignments in a safe and welcoming environment. The Homework Help Center is open during the school year only.
LOCATION: Library, Community Room
DATES: January 10 - May 31
DAYS & TIME: Tuesdays - Thursdays, 3:30-5 pm
FEE: $3 per week per child
For more information, please call (626) 384-5280.
Brainfuse Online Homework Help
The Covina Public Library offers FREE Homework Help for grades 1-12. Connect to an online tutor and get your homework done with Live Homework Help, an online tutoring service powered by Brainfuse.
To connect to an online tutor, click here and type in your library card number.
The Homework Center Needs Volunteers
Would you like to serve as a peer tutor? Students in grade 8 must get straight As. High school students must be on the honor roll. Call the literacy office for more information: (626) 384-5280.
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Kids InfoBits: A Homework Help Resource |
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Kids InfoBits
This database meets the research needs of students in Kindergarten through Grade 5. It features a developmentally appropriate, visually graphic interface, a subject-based topic tree search and full-text, age-appropriate, curriculum-related magazine, newspaper and reference content for information on current events, the arts, science, health, people, government, history, sports and more. Available from home. Just type in your library barcode number (no spaces). |
Baby StorytimeJoin us for an interactive early literacy program that includes songs, stories, bouncing rhymes and a playtime activity. Older siblings are welcome, but this program is designed specifically for babies. Preregistration required. Please call (626) 384-5312 to register.
Spring dates:
April 5 - May 31
(Sign-ups begin: March 20)
Day & Time:
Thursdays, 10:30 am.
Pajama Storytime
Wear your pajamas, and bring your favorite blanket or a favorite stuffed animal and join us for some storytelling fun! Older children are welcome, but this storytime is designed specifically for toddlers. Please call (626) 384-5312 to register.
Spring dates:
April 4 - May 30
(Sign-ups begin: March 20)
Day & Time:
Wednesdays, 5:30 p.m.
Toddler Time
Clap, clap, clap your hands together during this special program that includes lots of rhymes and songs designed to introduce key literacy skills to your toddler. A playtime activity or craft will follow. Older siblings are welcome, but this program is designed specifically for toddlers. Preregistration required.
Spring dates:
April 3 - May 29
(Sign-ups begin: March 20)
Day & Time:
Tuesdays, 11:30 am
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