Children in fourth grade and up are given a complete library tour, including stops in the Children's Room, Reference, Audiovisual Services, and Periodicals. Younger children are taken through the Children's Room to see the collection of nearly 35,000 books, as well as the puppet stage and puppets, a collection of Beatrix Potter figurines, and the Van Deventer screen. Tours may include storytimes or storytelling programs. Interested groups should call the Children's Room, 215-8725. This program is designed for children who are at least 3 years of age.
Children share picture books, songs, fingerplays, and rhymes with other children their age.
Parents and teachers are encouraged to be active participants. Stories are three to four minutes long and will encourage children to find similar stories in books in the public library. Just call 544-4333. This service is provided free of charge by the Friends of the Library. In addition to their regular user card, teachers in public and private schools, homeschools and day-care centers throughout Knox County may be issued a teacher collection card which allows them to check out as many as 35 extra items from the Children's Room to use in the classroom.