​Creative Fun at Home

Authors and Illustrators

Authors and illustrators are connecting with readers while we are all staying safe at home.
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​Libraries, Books, and Digital Content
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​Instant Digital Library Card
County of LA Public Library

While libraries are closed due to COVID-19 precautions, the library wants to make digital resources more easily available to residents of Los Angeles County. The library is offering a temporary digital card (valid for 90 days) to access all digital resources including e-books, audiobooks, magazines, movies, TV, homework help, online classes, and more. Complete the online form to get your temporary instant digital card.

​Instant Digital Library Card
​Los Angeles Public Library

Live in Los Angeles but don't have a library card? Good news: You can get immediate access to the library's digital collections through an e-card. Complete the online application. You will instantly receive your e-card number by email. Within 2 weeks you will receive a postcard asking you to confirm receipt of your e-card number and verify your postal address. Reply to this postcard by telephone or email to keep your e-card valid for the 3-year term. 


​Bored and on a budget?
​Here's how to read for free while social distancing

"In the past week, publishers and audio entertainment companies have offered a deluge of free e-books and audiobooks to keep readers of all ages engaged while they're hunkered down at home." Los Angeles Times, March 25, 2020
https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/books/story/2020-03-25/how-to-read-free-coronavirus-quarantine


Video Readalouds and Content
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​Storyline Online

Classic and popular picture books read by SAG-AFTRA actors.


​The Kid Should See This

Smart videos for curious minds of all ages.



Let's Go Live with Maddie and Greg

A 30-minute Youtube show on science and nature hosted by two very lively people.


Los Angeles Staycation