Indian Prairie Library Connects with Families

Families can explore, connect, and be inspired with the many custom activities, programs, and materials for checkout at Indian Prairie Public Library.

Parents and caregivers with babies 0-18 months can schedule private, online Beginning with Baby sessions, and enjoy songs, rhymes, games, ask about milestones, development, library services, and get encouragement from Miss Heather. Email heatherfj@ippl.info to sign up for a 15-minute session.

Young children can enjoy the New Words flashcards, which help develop early reading skills in a unique and fun way. Children will find words in the envelope that they can match to items at home. Envelopes are available upstairs in the Kids and Teens department. To request one for pick up at the new drive-up window, email youthservices@ippl.info or call 630/887-0718.

Looking to inspire the musical prodigy within? The library has a large collection of musical instruments available for checkout, including a violin, bongos, and a Jamstick. The instruments were generously donated by the Gift of Carl Foundation.

The community also can browse the Indian Prairie Library YouTube channel to find a collection of storytimes, songs, science experiments, and more available on-demand.

Indian Prairie Library’s expert staff is available to help. Stop in, call 630/887-8760, email ippl@ippl.info, or use the chat service on the website- look for the green "we are here" icon.