Parents & Teachers | Wauconda Area Public Library

Parents & Teachers | Wauconda Area Public Library
Parents & Teachers
Parent-Teacher Collection
Preschool Fair
Homeschool Collection
Teacher Bag Delivery
Other Resources
Udemy
- Learn and improve skills across business, tech, design, and more. Includes 25,000+ on-demand video courses in multiple languages. Free with your library card.
Udacity.com
- Join Udacity to learn the latest in Deep Learning, Machine Learning, Web Development & more, with Nanodegree programs & free online courses.
Khan Academy
- Expert-created content and resources for every subject and level. Always free.
PBS Parents
- Activities and resources for parents.
National Education Association
- Parent resources on providing emotional support, education policy updates, important issues affecting the nation's schools and students.
Mango Languages
- Language-learning software teaches practical conversation in over 70 languages, with free mobile apps, hands-free learning features, and progress tracking.
Duolingo
- Duolingo is the world's most popular way to learn a language. It's 100% free, fun and science-based. Practice online on duolingo.com or on the apps!
Tumblebooks
- For Grades Pre-K - 6. Watch, listen and read your favorite picture books as they come to life with animation.
Libby/Digital Library of Illinois
- Free eBooks and Audiobooks eRead, eListen, Read-Alongs.
eReference Books
- Search hundreds of eReference Books, such as online encyclopedias, dictionaries, reference libraries and almanacs. Subcollections by subject make searching easier.
Parent Teacher Collection
- Search the library's print collection of hundreds of books aimed at parenting, homeschooling, and resources for teachers.
OpenSpace
- OpenSpace is open source interactive data visualization software designed to visualize the entire known universe and portray our ongoing efforts to investigate the cosmos.
NASA at Home
- Let NASA bring the universe into your home!
George C. Marshall Space Flight Center
- Interactive global geostationary weather satellite images.
Make Your Own Weather Station
American Battlefied Trust
- The American Battlefield Trust preserves America’s hallowed battlegrounds and educates the public about what happened there and why it matters.
National Museum of Civil War Medicine
- Online resources are designed to help educators and students discover and share the history of Civil War medicine.
BrainPOP Civil War
- Movies, quizzes, challenges, and games educating children on the Civil War.
Morton Arboretum
- Classroom items for loan, digital resource bundles, escape rooms, and more.
Lake County Forest Preserves
- Have a question about Lake County nature or history? You can ask a Lake County Forest Preserve Educator. Ask an educator! Email them them at
askaneducator@lcfpd.org
Chicago Academy of Sciences
- Wonder at Home series to learn about nature and science.
National Zoo
- Resources to engage learners in grades pre-K to 12 with science, the natural world, wildlife and conservation.
Brookfield Zoo
- Coloring pages, at-home science activities, live chats with animals, and more.
Field Museum
- Learning at home resources exploring the natural world.
Museum of Science and Industry
- Science at home hands on science videos, games, and more.
TED-ED@Home
- Free daily lessons, activities and challenges to support students, parents, and teachers.
Illinois State Board of Education
- Homeschool requirements for the state of Illinois.
Illinois Christian Home Educators
- Information about IL law, conventions, support groups and more.
Illinois H.O.U.S.E. (Home Oriented Unique Schooling Experience)
- Statewide non-denominational website.
Johnsburg Public Library Homeschool Resource Center
- Johnsburg Public Library in Johnsburg IL offers a large variety of curriculum materials, science equipment, homeschool supply catalogs, and more. Anyone can use their materials; anyone with a valid Illinois public library card may check out items
Upcoming Events
This event is in the "Family" group
Apr
30
2026
Preschool Art Fair
04/01/2026 @ 9:00am–04/30/2026 @ 5:00pm
Family
This event is in the "Family" group
Apr
30
2026
Preschool Art Fair
04/01/2026 @ 9:00am–04/30/2026 @ 5:00pm
Family
Library Branch:
Wauconda Area Public Library
Room:
Kid City
Age Group:
Family
Event Details:
View the amazing artwork created by children who attend local preschools.
Disclaimer(s)
The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.
Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.
801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone:
847.526.6225
, TTY: 711
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Apr
20
26
2026
Take & Make Crafts - Venus Fly Traps
All Day
4/20–4/26
Babies & Toddlers,
Kids
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Apr
20
26
2026
Take & Make Crafts - Venus Fly Traps
All Day
4/20–4/26
Babies & Toddlers,
Kids
Library Branch:
Wauconda Area Public Library
Room:
Grab & Go Craft Pickup
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Create and color your own carnivorous plant puppet.
This event is in the "Kids" group
Apr
23
2026
Thu
Learning Adventure / Aprendizaje Aventura
1:30pm–2:00pm
Kids
Waitlist
Registration Required
This event is in the "Kids" group
Apr
23
2026
Thu
Learning Adventure / Aprendizaje Aventura
1:30pm–2:00pm
Kids
Waitlist
Library Branch:
Wauconda Area Public Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Kids
Program Type:
STEM/STEAM
Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:
The early years are perfect for building a foundation for long-term learning. Children will experience the "drop off" and go to a class with their peers.
Disclaimer(s)
The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.
Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.
801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone:
847.526.6225
, TTY: 711
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Apr-May
2026
Take & Make Crafts - Spring Craftapalooza
All Day
4/27–5/3
Babies & Toddlers,
Kids
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group
Apr-May
2026
Take & Make Crafts - Spring Craftapalooza
All Day
4/27–5/3
Babies & Toddlers,
Kids
Library Branch:
Wauconda Area Public Library
Room:
Grab & Go Craft Pickup
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Kids
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Event Details:
Spend the season creating with a medley of your favorite springtime crafts!
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Apr
27
2026
Mon
Time for Twos Storytime
9:30am–10:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Open
Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group
Apr
27
2026
Mon
Time for Twos Storytime
9:30am–10:00am
Babies & Toddlers
Open
Library Branch:
Wauconda Area Public Library
Room:
Storytime Room
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
Program Type:
Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:
This musical storytime is perfect for toddlers who are always on the go. Each session is filled with songs, stories, and movement.
Disclaimer(s)
Accompanying Adults
This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.
The Wauconda Area Public Library District is dedicated to making sure everyone can use and enjoy our services—whether you visit us in person or connect with us online. This includes access to our collections, programs, events, meetings, and reference support.
Your feedback helps us improve. If you encounter any accessibility issues—physical, digital, or technological—please reach out and let us know.
801 N. Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084
Phone:
847.526.6225
, TTY: 711
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Mango Languages
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Primary Search
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