Kids’ Corner
For Those Ages 0 to 8
Join us for crafting, reading challenges, and story times. Our craft activities are for kids ages 6 to 11, and our reading challenges are open to all ages so families can play together.
We have different story time programs for children from 0 to 5. All children must be accompanied by an adult. We present books, games, rhymes and sing-alongs, as well as a fun craft!
All Events
in the Community Room
We have how-to videos from previous crafts on our YouTube channel.
Our Madison Library YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoNNivDJ_0aeQsKNbqRFrkA
Our Madison Library Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/Madisonlib.org/
Kid and Tween STEAM Activities
Every Tuesday at 4:00 pm
Now includes LEGO Club!
Book Babies
Wednesdays at 9:30 am
For babies ages 1 to 9 months.
Theme for February: Counting!
Toddler Time
Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:30 am
For babies ages 10 to 23 months.
Theme for February: Counting!
NO TODDLER TIME ON MONDAY, FEBRUARY 17
Story Time
Tuesdays at 10:30 am and 6:30 pm
Wednesdays at 10:30 am
For children ages 2 to 5 years.
Theme for February Storytimes:
The Letter “C!”
Week of February 4: Cupcakes
Week of February 11: Counting
Week of February 18: Confidence
Week of February 25: Something New Just for YOU … Dragons!
Hora del Cuento en Español
Con Maria D. Carvajal Castro de Eastern Idaho Public Health
Lunes a 10:30 am
Para niños en edad preescolar de 2 a 5 años.
El Tema de la Hora del Cuento de Febrero:
La Letra “C!”
3 de Febrero: Magdalenas
10 de Febrero: Cálculo
24 de Febrero: Algo Nuevo Solo Para Ti… ¡Dragones!
NO TENEMOS LA HORA DEL CUENTO EN ESPAÑOL EL 17 DE FEBRERO
1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Promote Reading with Your Child!
Children’s Collections
Books, Graphic Novels, Speedy Reader Kits and More!
Don't Forget Our Free
Family Friendly Films
Fridays at 3:30 pm in the Community Room
- February 21: Cats Don't Dance (G)
- March 7: Lady and the Tramp (G)
Parents, please pre-screen movies for appropriateness for your family.
Children under 12 MUST be accompanied by someone age 14 or older.
Activities & Events Blog
Join us for fun and learning!
Storytime: C is for Confidence
Building confidence in your child at a young age is crucial because it shapes how they see themselves and how they interact with the world. When a child learns confidence, they can see mistakes as learning opportunities rather than a reason to give up. As you read...
Storytime: C is for Counting
One, two, three, count with me. It’s as easy as can be! Teaching numbers at an early age can be great fun! Here are some effective ways to introduce numbers to your child: Everyday Activities Count objects around the house (toys, fruits, steps). Count fingers and toes...
Storytime: C is for Cupcake
Pat-a-cake, pat-a-cake, baker’s man, bake me a cupcake as fast as you can! And don’t forget the sprinkles! For this Storytime, we had fun with the letter “C,” cupcakes, and cats. So, spend some time in the kitchen with your child baking some cupcakes and perhaps, read...
FEBRUARY Book Babies + Toddlers: “C” is for Counting
One, two, three, count with me. It’s as easy as can be! Teaching numbers at an early age can be great fun! Here are some fun ways to introduce numbers to your infant or toddler: 👶 0-1 Year (Introduction to Numbers) Talk & Count: Count fingers, toes, and everyday...
Storytime: S is for Snake
Happy Lunar New Year! Did you know that dates of Lunar New Year will change each year with the moons, phases, and it is the most celebrated holiday in many Asian cultures. It’s a time for family gatherings, traditional foods, festivals, red envelopes filled with...
JANUARY Book Babies + Toddlers: S is for Soup
Making and eating soup can be a sensory explosion for you and your child, especially when you make it together. Look for ingredients with a variety of colors, textures, and scents, then talk about where they came from, or count the pieces you’ve cut. Here are some...
Programs for Kids ‘n’ Tweens
Old School PoetryThis February, let love take center stage! Stop by our special collections area to type out a heartfelt poem on our vintage typewriter—whether it’s for a dear friend or your favorite pizza. Drop your masterpiece into the submission box nearby if you'd...
Storytime: S is for Simon Says
Let’s play a game! Not only are they fun, but games help children develop vital skills like problem solving, creativity, and memory. They can also boost physical health, develop social skills, and increase a child’s overall sense of well-being. Here are some indoor...
Storytime: S is for Sharks
Did you know that sharks have been around for over 400 million years? They are older than the dinosaurs! They can lose more that 30,000 teeth in their lifetime, and their babies are called pups. A group of sharks is called a shiver, and a person is more likely to die...
Storytime: S is for Soup
Soup is always a good idea! Not only is it delicious and comforting on a cold, chilly day, but making it together with your child becomes a recipe for learning and development experiences. These can include nutritional awareness, healthy eating habits, enhanced motor...
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Kid and Tween STEAM
Tuesdays at 4:00 pm
For Kids ages 6 – 8 & Tweens ages 9 – 11 and their accompanying adult. Come to the library and participate in an activity that’s about science, technology, engineering, or math! Our STEAM Activities take place in the Community Room.
Head over to our Kids and Tweens STEAM Activity page for video instructions of previous crafts.
STEAM CRAFTING FOR February:
- February 4: Superhero Strength
- February 11: LEGOs Let’s Build a Comic
- February 18: Hovercraft Science with Cheryl Kimber from Idaho Public Television!
- February 25: LEGOs Superhero Mosaic Challenge

STEAM for Kids and Tweens
Not meeting in may
Tech 4 for Kids and Tweens
Tuesdays, April 23, at 4:00 pm
For Kids ages 6 – 8 & Tweens ages 9 – 11 and their accompanying adult. Come to the library and learn about interesting technology!
- Come play with Cubelets, Makey Makey, robots, 3D printing pens, and more!
Toddler Time
Mondays and Tuesdays at 9:30 am
NO Toddler time on Monday, February 17
For babies ages 10 to 23 months.
Enjoy songs, stories, and movement activities together with other families. Additional activities and links will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Book Babies blog.
Theme for February: Counting!
Story Time
Tuesdays & Wednesdays at 10:30 am
Tuesday Evenings at 6:30 pm
For children ages 2 to 5 and their “grown up!”
Children ages 2 to 5 with their adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes in our Community Room.
Story Time Kiddie Kits of crafting supplies will be available the day of the story time while supplies last. Any extras will be available to pick up at the Children’s Reference Desk after the story time. Additional links and activities will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Storytime blog.
For children ages 2 to 5 and their “grown up!”
Children ages 2 to 5 with their adult will enjoy stories and related fun which may include songs, games, and rhymes in our Community Room.
Any extra crafting supplies will be available to pick up at the Children’s Reference Desk while supplies last. Additional links and activities will be available after the program on the Madison Library District Storytime blog.
Have more than one child? Wondering which early literacy library program to attend? Go to the age specific event for your oldest child.
Theme for February Storytimes: The Letter “C!”
- Week of February 4: Cupcakes
- Week of February 11: Counting
- Week of February 18: Confidence
- Week of February 25: Something New Just for YOU … Dragons!
Hora del Cuento en Español
Lunes a 10:30 am
con Maria D. Carvajal Castro
No Tenemos La Hora del Cuento En Español 17 de Febrero
Para niños en edad preescolar de 2 a 5 años con su adulto!
Ninos de edad 2 hasta 5 con su adulto disfrutaria historias y actividades divertidos lo cual incluye canciones. juegetes, y rimas en nuestro Community Room. Los materiales adicionales para manualidades estarán disponibles para recoger en el Mostrador de Referencia para Niños hasta agotar existencias.
Después del programa, habrá enlaces y actividades adicionales disponibles en el blog de la hora del cuento del Madison Library District.
¿Tiene más de un hijo? ¿Quiere saber a qué programa de alfabetización temprana de la biblioteca asistir? Vaya al evento específico para la edad de su hijo mayor.
El Tema de la Hora del Cuento de Febrero es la Letra “C!”
- 3 de Febrero: Magdalenas
- 10 de Febrero: Cálculo
- 24 de Febrero: Algo Nuevo Solo Para Ti… ¡Dragones!
¡Esperamos verles aqui!
Book Bingo!
December 1 – 31 – This month’s theme is English Literature!
Madison Library’s Reading Challenge
All ages can play. We have a bingo card for kids 11 and under, and one for teens and adults 12 and older. Read fun new books and audiobooks and win great prizes!
Here’s how it works:
Step 1: Read the challenges and pick a bingo line that most appeals to you.
Step 2: Read a book that completes a challenge. Read another. And another.
Step 3: When you are able to cross off 5 squares in a row on the board, bring your sheet in to the Circulation Desk for a prize and an entry in our monthly drawing. We will have a separate drawing for each age group.
Step 4: Keep reading! You can get as many prizes and entries as there are bingos on the board.

1000 Books Before Kindergarten
A great way to bond with your child as well as promote reading!
The Concept is Simple, the Rewards are Priceless!
The key is perseverance. Make it exciting. Are you ready to get started?
Here’s how it works:
- Pick up a tracking log at the library’s Circulation Desk.
- Read a book (any book) to your newborn, infant, and/or toddler.
- Fill out a circle for each book you read. Each tracker has 100 circles.
- Once your log is completed, come get a sticker or a small book from the library.
- When you have completed 10 sheets, you’ve read 1000 books!
The goal is to have read 1,000 books (yes you can repeat books) before your precious one starts kindergarten. Does it sound hard? Not really if you think about it. If you read just 1 book a night, you will have read about 365 books in a year. That is 730 books in two years and 1,095 books in three years. If you consider that most children start kindergarten at around 5 years of age, you have more time than you think (so get started).

LEGO Club
Not meeting in august
For Kids ages 6 – 8, Tweens ages 9 – 11, and Teens ages 12 – 18.
Anyone under the age of 12 needs to be accompanied by an adult.
Do you love Legos? Join other kids who love the ever popular bricks at Madison Library District’s LEGO club!

Children’s Collections
For kids ages 8 and younger
Most Items Located on the West Side of the Building
We have a wide variety of materials for all your learning and entertainment needs!
Having a hard time finding something? Ask a librarian!
We provide the following materials:
- BOARD BOOKS – located in the lounge area north of the Community Room. These sturdy books have cardboard pages to resist tearing. They are primarily for babies ages 0 – 2.
- EASY OR EARLY BOOKS – “E” on the spine label means “Easy” or “Early” but really designates the picture book collection. Most are about thirty pages in length and the reading level varies from very simple to sixth grade.
- EASY BOOKS WITH CDs – “EBCD” on the spine label means these are Easy or Early Books which also include a CD. The CD either narrates the book’s text or dramatizes the book with narration and music.
- JUNIOR EASY BOOKS – “JE” stands for Junior Easy or Junior Early. The reading level varies from pre-kindergarten to second grade. They are shelved in order by author, or by the series or character name (“Barbie,” “D.C.,” etc.) Sometimes referred to as Early Chapter Books, these are a bridge to the Junior Fiction books.
- JUNIOR FICTION – The target age group for these chapter book stories is ages six through nine. Most of the books are just under 200 pages and many are illustrated. Most of these are shelved in order by the author’s last name, or by the series name.
- JUNIOR NONFICTION – true stories and facts.
- GRAPHIC NOVELS
- AUDIOBOOKS – books on CD.
- eBOOKS and eAUDIOS – downloadable from the Libby app on your device.
- MAGAZINES
- MUSIC CDs – appropriate for children.
- DVDs & BLU-RAYs – these are located in the front lobby. Children’s materials are on the east side of the displays.
- KITS – we have several types of kits:
- DISCOVERY KITS – in the green bags; DKIT I, II, AND III are for lap sit babies, preschool, and primary ages, and DKIT Vs have materials for the whole family.
- AMERICAN GIRL KITS – in the blue plaid bags. This growing collection will feature all the historical dolls, as well as the Wellie Wishers and Bitty Babies. We are also adding the Disney Princess dolls!
- SPEEDY READER KITS – the entire book series in one bag; in pale blue and grey bags.
- READ-ALONG KITS – includes a book and an audiobook of the same title so you can follow along with the audio reader.
- AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE KITS – designed to teach parents and other caregivers how to read to their children who are deaf using American Sign Language and how to use strategies to make book sharing most effective.

Peeps Diorama Contest
"There's More to the Story!"
Entries can be submitted April 17th through April 22nd
Library Appreciation Week is on its way, and we’ve got some great things planned.
Peeps Diorama Contest!
Depict a scene from a published book, any of our programming events, or any item you've used in the library (such as Libby).
Submit your Peeps diorama by 4:00 pm April 22nd to be considered for a prize.
All ages are welcome to particpate. Any participants under 18 must have approval from their legal guardian.
Book Nook Contest
"Small Adventures to Amazing Places!"
To Celebrate National Library Week
WINNERS have been announced!
Juniors First Place
Ellie D. (age 4) &
Mykee D. (age 2):
"Night in Paris"
Juniors Second Place
Elena S. (age 14):
"Space Battle'"
ADULTS First Place
Mona Lords:
"Chinese New Year"
Adults Second Place
Tatjana Zumbach:
"Frog Prince Sanctuary'"
Adults Third Place
Tatjana Zumbach:
"Deep Sea Schtroumpfing'"
Adults Honorable Mention
Aleise Lords:
"Pearl Tree'"

"Accidentally Wes Anderson"
Photo Contest
Entries Accepted October 14 through November 1
For those aged 15 and older
Film director Wes Anderson has a distinctive style that many attempt to mimic. A recent book, Accidentally Wes Anderson, shares views of the best efforts by professional photographers. If all those pros are having such a good time making Wes Anderson fakes, we thought it might be fun for our patrons to do so as well.
Take a look at the style hints found in the adult section display case and take a photo that you think is "Accidentally Wes Anderson," and we'll display them during the month of November.
TO ENTER:
Email your photo to our programming team or leave it at the Circulation Desk by November 1.
Please include your name, library card number, and phone number.
The three photos judged to be closest to Anderson's style will receive a copy of the book.
Online Fun
Websites and databases just for kids! Use these to help you with homework and other research projects, as well as educational learning games and adventures.
Regular Hours of Operation
- Monday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Tuesday - Wednesday: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Thursday: 11:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
- Saturday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
- Sunday: CLOSED
Closures in 2025
- January 1 – New Year’s Day
- January 20 – Martin Luther King, Jr., Day
- February 17 – Presidents Day
- March 28 – Staff Development Day
- April 5 – Building Maintenance
- May 24-26 – Memorial Day
- June 19 – Juneteenth
- July 4 – Independence Day
- August 30-September 1 – Labor Day
- September 19 – Staff Development Day
- October 4 – Building Maintenance
- October 31 – Open from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm
- November 11 – Veterans Day
- November 26 – Closing at 5:00 pm
- November 27-29 – Thanksgiving
- December 24-26 – Christmas
- December 31 – New Year’s Eve
- January 1, 2026 – New Year’s Day
Address
73 North Center
Rexburg, Idaho 83440
We are located on Center Street, just north of Main Street, by the Historic Rexburg Tabernacle.
Contact Us
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