Word processing for grades K-8 is also available on the computers in the Main Library children's room. Students need to sign up for computer use at their local library . Parents and guardians are encouraged to monitor their child's Internet use. Please call your local branch library or the Main Library children's room for a schedule. May. This series began in 1971 with funding from the New Jersey State Library and continues to be funded by the Community Development Block Grant.
All programs are free and open to the public.
A certified teacher provides direct homework assistance to children in grades 1-8. The program began with grants from the New Jersey State Library and The Newark Public Schools and has successfully continued with funding from The Newark Public Schools and The Geraldine R. Dodge Foundation. Children participate in the program by keeping a reading log as they earn reading incentives and a certificate of achievement for reading 5 books or more. A variety of Summer Fun activities at the branch libraries and at the Main Library children's room accompany The Summer Reading Challenge. Please call your local branch library or the Main Library children's room for schedules and times.