Welcome to Missouri River Regional Library’s Children’s Department!
We have a variety of materials and activities designed especially for kids ranging from birth through 5th grade. Drop in to check out the wide variety of books, kits, movies and more, attend a program, or play with the educational toys available in the department. There’s something for every child at MRRL!
Upcoming Events for Kids
Missouri Wizard's Art Show @ the Osage Branch
Zackery Mueller, otherwise known as the Missouri Wizard, will have his art displayed in the Woodland Art Gallery from April 2 through May 30, 2026.
National Library Week: Patron Appreciation Day!
It's National Library Week! Please join us in the park as MRRL appreciates our patrons in a BIG way with a free hotdog lunch, BIG games, and music by Those Guys in the MRRL Park from 11am-1pm.
4-H Art Show Exhibit Reception
Come enjoy our latest exhibit during this reception with the this year's 4-H artists.
Light refreshments will be served.
Reading Heroes @ the Osage Branch
Reading Heroes is a program providing one-on-one reading enrichment sessions for kids who are enrolled in grades K-2. These sessions are led by a retired reading teacher and are available by appointment in half hour increments from 10:30 am
For grades 1-5. No reservations needed. Drop in for an hour of colorful button-making fun. Draw and color your own designs and create two sizes of buttons to wear. Everything needed will be provided.
Come to play, teach, or learn more about chess! All ages and levels welcome!
*All teachers are volunteers, and may not always be in attendance
Story Times and Rhyme Times
We offer:
- Rhyme Time - ages 2 and under, music, movement and socialization
- Preschool Story Time - ages 3-5, stories and music
- Family Story Time - all ages, stories, music, crafts and activities
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Yes, you read that right, 1,000 books before kindergarten! Don't worry, you can do this! We're here to help!
Reading Heroes
Reading Heroes is a program providing one-on-one reading enrichment sessions for kids who are enrolled in grades K-2 at the Osage Branch.
STEAM Learning
STEAM-powered fun for kids 6-12 years old! Featuring activities that focus on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. Check the calendar for the theme of the next STEAM night.
Tail Waggin' Tutors
Bring your favorite book to read to a trained therapy dog (TDI-Therapy Dogs International). Raina and River will be in the Children's department.
Every other Wednesday at 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Educator Resources
MRRL strives to equip local schools, teachers, parents, and students with the resources they need to succeed. Beyond our collections, we provide a number of services to support learning needs both inside and outside of the classroom.
Bike Locks
Need to secure your ride, but don't have a lock? MRRL has bike locks available to use while visiting the Main Library.
Board Games
Board games are available in the Youth Services department for use in the department.
Fishing Poles
Fishing poles and tackleboxes are available for checkout.
Kids' Toys
A variety of toys are available for use in the Osage County Library. See staff to check them out.
Launchpads
Tablets pre-loaded with educational apps that are ideal for learners of all ages.
Preschool Kits
Enjoy storytime in a bag with these themed preschool kits.
Preschool STEAM Kits
Even the youngest learners can enjoy STEAM activities with Preschool STEAM kits.
Primary STEAM Kits
Primary STEAM kits are hands on learning for kids just starting school.
STEAM Kits
We offer a wide variety of hands on STEAM kits for upper elementary age kids.
Tonie Boxes
The Toniebox is an imagination-building, screen-free digital listening experience that plays stories, songs, and more.
Award Winners
Looking for something good to read? Check out our lists of award-winning reads.
Building Block Picture Book Award
Dogwood Readers Award for Nonfiction K-5