In the Children’s Room, you can find:
- books & graphic novels, audiobooks/Playaways, DVDs & Blu-Rays for children ages birth through approximately age 11
- a baby/toddler play area (seating available, toys not available due to COVID)
- The Zone, a space for patrons ages 8-12 to work on homework, hang out, and use computers (currently closed due to COVID)
- Topsfield Reverie, a mural painted by David Fichter, which depicts scenes in Topsfield using local landmarks.
Please be aware that the Children’s Room closes 10 minutes before the rest of the library.
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Comics Plus allows for Topsfield residents to have unlimited, simultaneous access to thousands of digital comics, graphic novels, and manga from a variety of library-friendly publishers — without worrying about holds, wait lists, or monthly limits.
Log in using your library card barcode and PIN!
Book Bundles
Need some books for your kids or teens?
Email childrensroom@topsfieldlibrary.org and tell us:
- your child’s age
- their interests
- any notes or comments (Do they like graphic novels? Are you looking for things to read together? Let us know!)
We’ll make up a bag of 5-10 books for you to pick up!
Helpful Links
- Unattended Child Policy – Children under nine years of age should be accompanied by an adult while in the library.
- Behavior Policy
- Ebsco’s NoveList K-8+ – keep track of reading & to find new books to read by topic, genre, or readalikes!
- The MGH Clay Center for Youth Healthy Minds – Includes articles, podcasts, and more for parents and guardians, devoted to supporting & promoting the mental, emotional, & behavioral well-being of young people.
- HandHoldMA.org – tips & resources for families designed to help navigate their child’s mental health journey
- CFCE of the North Shore -a locally-based program that provides child development services and resources to families with young children
Contact the Children's Room
- 978-887-1528 x2104
- https://www.facebook.com/ttlchildrens
- childrensroom@topsfieldlibrary.org
