First Program Library

James R. Hurst Library (K-3)

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  • Authors Grace Lin & Kate Messner talk with First Graders

    On February 8th, author Kate Messner and author/illustrator Grace Lin visited the FP Library! Grace and Kate read from their latest book Once Upon A Book and Grace led students in a rabbit-drawing exercise.

  • Second Grade Students Discover Library Mystery

    A few weeks ago, second grade students discovered a mysterious locked box in the library! Working in teams, they used the catalog to locate various books, finding more clues inside. They managed to crack the combination to the lock, only to discover... another locked box inside! Will they be able to solve this mystery? Find all their clues? Discover what's in the new, smaller box? Only time will tell!

  • MakerSpace Grand Re-Opening

    The FP Library MakerSpace is now open! Students of all ages are welcome to get creative, work together, solve problems and take on challenges. We have tons of materials, including tape, pipe cleaners, craft sticks, yarn, string, and lots of lots of Legos! The space includes a Lego wall, a chalk wall and a foldable table.
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  • Sora for eBooks and Audiobooks

    Students click HERE to access the Sora platform to check out ebooks and audiobooks!

    Parents can also request their own account to access our K-Adult materials by completing this form.  Instructions for downloading the app and accessing the platform on phones, iPads, and other devices can be found here. Or, you can contact a librarian at any time for assistance.  Happy Reading!

  • Vanessa Brantley-Newton at FP - 24

    Author/Illustrator Vanessa Brantley-Newton Visits FP

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  • LeUyen Pham at First Program - 41 of 41

    Author LeUyen Pham Delights First Program Students

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  • Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month at First Program - 3

    Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month at First Program

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  • Chelsea Clinton Shares Her Books with First Program - 10 of 14

    Chelsea Clinton Shares Her Books with First Program

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  • Author Robie Harris Visits FP - 14

    Author Robie Harris Visits FP

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  • Sophie Blackall Video

    Author Sophie Blackall Visits the First Program Library

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