Early Literacy Computer Station Added

In September 2014, the Youth Services Department added an AWE Early Literacy Computer Station to its list of services. Stocked with more than 40 games that build skills in the areas of reading, words and phonics; science and nature; math and problem solving; reference; music and arts; writing and computer skills; and social studies and geography, this colorful touch-screen computer is great for kids between the ages of 2-8. Users may sign up at the children’s reference desk to use the computer.

Portland Library Computer Information

We have two computers with Internet access in the Children's Department that can be used by patrons under the age of 11. Only children or others accompanied by children are allowed to use these computers. 

Please note the following when using the computers:

• Parents and guardians will have to sign a Public Computer Procedures form the first time their child uses a computer.

• If others are waiting, use is restricted to 30 minutes per user. 

• There is filtering software on the computers in the Children's Department. 

• Please, no eating or drinking at the computer. 

• Our printing rates are as follows: Each user is allowed two free black and white pages. Additional pages are $.15 per page. Color copies are always $.50 per page. 

Recommended Websites for Children: 

ABCYa
BookFlix (Portland Library database subscription, requires library card number)

Cool Math Games

Fun Brain

Highlights Kids

Lego Play Zone

Nat Geo Kids
PBSKids

Scholastic Go! (Portland Library database subscription, requires library card number)
SwitchZoo