Due to system upgrades, interlibrary loan services through SearchOhio will be temporarily unavailable from August 1 - October 27
At the Library
You know we provide free access to books, but you may not be aware of the digital resources that students can access through the Library. Check out ABCmouse, Adventure Academy, AtoZ the USA (for state reports), Gale eBooks (for instant access to reference books), LearningExpress (for access to practice exams like PSAT, ACT, SAT, etc.), Oxford Research Encyclopedias, and many more.
We also have quiet study spaces and access to laptops. Additionally, our librarians act as research guides, teaching information literacy skills and helping students navigate all of our academic sources. Book a librarian and find out all we can offer in a one-on-one appointment, focused on your student.
If you’ve been to the Centerville Library lately, you’ve seen that the main entrance is closed due to construction work. You'll need to use our alternative entrance, which is to the left of the main entrance.
Please note that this temporary entrance is not accessible for patrons who need assistance. If you need help accessing the library, please call our curbside service number, and a staff member will be dispatched to assist you promptly.
Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram to watch the renovation unfold.
Saturday, August 16, at St. Leonard, 8100 Clyo Road, noon – 10 PM
BoomerFest is a free community festival celebrating the “Rock and Soul” of the Baby Boomer era. This popular event features bands (FAR OUT!), delicious food trucks (GROOVY!), and a great selection of craft beers and cocktails (COOL!)
You will be shocked and amazed at what the library offers you. Pick up information about how to get periodicals like the New York Times and Wall Street Journal for free, the Library of Things, upcoming programs, and our makerspace – Creativity Commons. Make a super-cool 60s button and choose a "Polaroid" photo board for a quick photo op.
ABCmouse transforms screen time into a magical learning adventure for children ages 2-8. With over 10,000 interactive games, captivating books, delightful videos, catchy songs, and creative art activities, kids learn while playing.
This award-winning platform covers reading, math, science, social studies, art, and music through playful exploration. Each child follows their own learning journey, progressing at their perfect pace, while staying excited about discovering new skills.
Designed by education experts, ABCmouse has already guided millions of children toward developing a genuine love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Learning becomes an exciting adventure, not a chore!
Check it out here, along with lots of other online resources purchased for you.
Adventure Academy is a new online learning program for kids 8-13. It’s a multiplayer online game that combines educational content with a virtual world where kids can explore, interact with other players, and complete quests (while learning). It’s a way to meet kids in their world, through a video game experience. It is a subscription-based service, provided to you by Washington-Centerville Public Library. The platform provides a safe and secure learning environment, with parental controls for chat and in-game interactions.
The “game” focuses on building critical knowledge and skills in core academic subjects, like language arts, math, science, and social studies.
Our membership with Oxford Academic offers several online resources, and Very Short Introductions is a favorite for its engaging and informative content. This resource offers concise and original introductions to a wide range of subjects. Expert authors combine fact, analysis, and enthusiasm to make even challenging topics readable to develop your core knowledge.
Whether your student just needs some quick information, to learn information in a different way, or you are curious about something, check out this great resource, which also offers a podcast. From historical/political figures, authors and philosophers, to the sciences, globalization, or religion, this resource has quick information, quizzes, book recommendations, and more.
Books & More
Foster a love of reading from birth! Check out these new and old classics to read to your child before they enter Kindergarten.
READING SUGGESTIONS FOR EVERYONE
Sign up to receive reading lists via email for adults, teens and kids! Visit the Reference Desk for some one-on-one assistance to get started or request a personalized reading list.
