Sensory Story Time
Join us for a special story time including; sensory activities, stories, songs and a puppet show. The LAST Friday of the month at 10:30 am. No library card or registration required.
LEGO Free Build
We provide the bricks and you build. There will be a new build inspiration theme each month. No registration required. Recommended for ages 5 and up. The first Tuesday of the month at 4:30 pm.
Fresh for Kids
2nd Wednesday of the Month at 4:00
Join us for a hands on cooking class just for kids. Classes are held the second Wednesday of every month.*** The kids will learn how to prepare up to two healthy recipes on their own. The class is limited to 30 children. Ages 5 and up. Registration is required. Please call the library to register. 407-647-7700.
***Watch our website and social media for schedule changes and/or additional, special edition classes.****
Beanstack Reading Challenge
Register your BEANSTACK account today and join our 1000 books before kindergarten challenge. Download the app and track your reading with your smartphone.
Early Literacy Kits are designed for pre-readers, and focus on developing literacy skills through sharing concepts like words, rhymes, sounds, songs, and more. Early Literacy Kits were built on the 7 Days, 7 Ways to Read principles. These kits are available ONLY by placing a HOLD. Only adults can check out Early Literacy Kits. Please read the Early Literacy Kit policy here. We will email you when your Early Literacy Kit is available to be checked out. Early Literacy Kits were made possible by a grant from Altrusa Orlando-Winter Park.
S.T.E.M. Kits
Science—Technology—Engineering—Mathematics (S.T.E.M.) Kits are designed to give elementary school students access to books, DVDs, games, and other interactive materials to further their education on different topics. Each kit includes information and hands-on activities on a subject relating to the arts or sciences.
Teen Advisory Board
Want to be more involved in the community and help create programming for teens? Our Teen Advisory Board is for you! We are currently accepting applications for board members who can commit to two meetings per month on a weekday in the late afternoon. Please complete the Teen Advisory Board Application and review all materials (dress code, bylaws, etc.). Return it to the library via email or in-person to Youth Services Librarian, Christina Burgos at cburgos@maitlandpl.org.
Sunshine State Awards Reading Lists
The Sunshine State Young Readers Award (SSYRA) Program is a statewide reading motivational program for students in grades K through 8, sponsored by the Florida Department of Education (DOE) and Florida Association for Media in Education (FAME). CLICK TO SEE THIS YEAR’S LISTS.
Educational Resources
Thinking about homeschooling this fall? You aren’t alone! We have resources for home education, including books, databases, and guidelines for getting started. Find that information here: CLICK FOR RESOURCES
NetSmartz Kids
NetSmartz Workshop is an interactive, educational program of the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children® (NCMEC) that provides age-appropriate resources to help teach children how to be safer on- and offline. The program is designed for children ages 5-17, parents and guardians, educators, and law enforcement. With resources such as videos, games, activity cards, and presentations, NetSmartz entertains while it educates.