Nowadays, with technology invading every second of our lives and our children’s, a good book is a synonym of freedom (unless you read an e-book).
Reading is such an essential activity for kids; it frees their imagination and creativity, making them travel to different universes.
Boston is home to fantastic libraries in which kids have entire floors dedicated to them and many places where they can enjoy a nice storytime and find their favorite book to take home.
Take a look at our list of Boston’s 10 best libraries and storytimes for kids!
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Boston Public Library Courtyard, 700 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Boston Public Library- Central Library
The Children's Library at the Central Library in Copley Square, inside the Boston Public Library, is a fantastic place for children and their caregivers.2
800 Boylston St, Boston, MA 02199, USA
Barnes & Noble Boston
Barnes & Noble at Prudence Center.3
1400 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Harvard COOP for Kids
Harvard Coop is a huge bookstore that has a lower level where you will find Coop Kids.4
361 Washington St, Brookline, MA 02445, USA
The Public Library of Brookline
The Public Library of Brookline is a great option to visit with kids!5
700 Massachusetts Ave, Arlington, MA 02476, USA
Robbins Library
Robbins Library is a free public library that offers a spacious children's room where you'll find lounge pillows, a great puppet collection, and more kid-friendly stuff.6
330 Homer St, Newton Centre, MA 02459, USA
Newton Free Library
Newton Free Library is a public library. The Children's Department is a great place to visit with the entire family, as it promotes a life-long love of reading through innovative programs and an awesome and high-quality collection.7
101 Beacon St, Boston, MA 02116, USA
Boston Athenæum Children’s Library
The Boston Athenæum Children’s Library is home to a wide variety of board books and picture books, and you can also find an aquarium and window seats where you can enjoy your reading.8
449 Broadway, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
Cambridge Public Library
The Cambridge Public Library is a dynamic, community-oriented system that provides services, collections, and programs to community members. You will find free availability of information, the interaction of people, and open exchange of ideas!9
The Christian Science Publishing House, Massachusetts Ave, Boston, MA 02115, USA
How Do You See the World? experience with the Mapparium™ globe
The Mapparium is a three-story, stained-glass globe that offers a three-dimensional perspective of the world. Set inside the Mary Baker Eddy Library, this is one of the key attractions of the library.10
577 High St, Dedham, MA 02026, USA
