The featured story from our diverse collection of video read-alouds is a delightful performance by the book’s author, Hannah Lee. Her book, My Hair, celebrates the creativity, style, and affection involved in the care and appreciation of hair. As Hannah’s debut book, My Hair marks a joyful exploration of these themes. For more insights, check out a video interview where Hannah discusses her experience writing My Hair and the inspiration behind it.
Explore our collection of stories that celebrate creativity, style, and love across a wide range of topics—from purses and food to friendships and hula hoops! Whether you choose one story or several, you’re in for an enjoyable afternoon. Our listening library is accessible 24/7, allowing you to return to your old favorites anytime. With “Read it again!” being easier than ever, you can dive back into these beloved tales whenever you wish!
Simply click on any book cover to start listening to the story! If you enjoyed these selections, you can discover even more engaging tales at our Free Video Read Alouds collection. Additionally, for more themed reading and activity fun, visit IndyPL’s DIY Online Storytimes at Home. Here, you’ll find a wide range of resources designed to make storytime both enjoyable and educational from the comfort of your home.
Diverse Video Read Alouds:
Join Us for In-Person Storytime!
- Event: Storytime at College Avenue – Babies
- Date & Time: Friday, December 20, 10:30am
- Location: College Avenue Branch
- Description: Mothe Goose is on the Loose! Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime just for babies.
- No Registration Required.
- Event: Tales ‘n Play Storytime
- Date & Time: Friday, December 20, 11:00am
- Location: Central Library
- Description: Stop in for some stories, music, and fun! Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to join the Learning Curve for a storytime! Afterward, all are welcome to stay for some open playtime.
- No Registration Required.
- Event: Paws to Read at Spades Park
- Date & Time: Saturday, December 21, 10:30am
- Location: Spades Park Branch
- Description: School-aged children who are beginning or reluctant readers are invited to read to Winston, a registered therapy dog, who loves to listen to stories. Sign up for a 15 minutes session in a non-judgmental setting. It’s a great way to improve a child’s reading skills and self-confidence!
- Register Here
The Jewish holiday Passover centers around the Seder, a ritual meal at which the family gathers to retell the biblical story of how, in ancient times, the Jewish people escaped slavery in Egypt. This list includes fiction and non-fiction books and online information for children to learn about the meaning of the holiday and the symbolic, but fun Seder meal.
Have fun introducing your child to your favorite comic book characters in these early reader, picture book, and graphic novel versions of superhero stories for kids. Plus meet some new ones: Kung Fu Robot, Action Cat, and Robot Zot.
Snuggle up and read every day but especially on Valentine’s Day! Here are some all-time picture book favorites with the biggest awwww and the biggest laughs.
Celebrate Chinese New Year and learn about Chinese culture! Stories about the Zodiac animals, family traditions and the foods that surround the holiday.