7 Best Libraries for Dallas and Fort Worth Kids

The branch features a vibrant, child‑friendly children’s area highlighted by a stunning, storytelling-themed mural that stretches 77 feet long and captivates young minds the moment they arrive. Kids can enjoy a wide range of fun and educational programs—from “Awesome After School Activities” with LEGO and games, to STEAM sessions and children’s movies in the auditorium. 

Bookmarks is a mini-library tucked inside NorthPark Center, filled with over 5,000 books, audiobooks, DVDs, games, puzzles, and learning computers—all designed for kids aged 0 to 12 and completely free to use. It’s the first children’s library inside a shopping center in the US, decorated with whimsical murals and cozy reading spots that make every visit feel like a storybook adventure

Stephanie W. said:  This Library is unique to Dallas, so if you have kids who love history or are interested in politics, they'll definitely want to visit this museum! There are National Archives from the Bush administration, plus Presidential records and photos and videos. Kids who like animals will get a kick out of the Barney cams videos which followed the Bush's family dog in his time at the White House!

The Bachman Lake Branch offers engaging regular storytime sessions that invite children into the joy of reading and imaginative play. Nestled beside scenic Bachman Lake, it also features bright children’s reading nooks and friendly spaces that encourage curiosity, comfort, and community.

The Denton Public Library’s North Branch is a warm “Family Place” that welcomes early learners with a playful parent-child playroom and a tranquil baby garden, making every visit a nurturing experience. Young creators aged 8 and up can dive into The Forge Makerspace, where engaging tools like 3D printers, Cricut machines, and Glowforge laser cutters—paired with kids-friendly orientations—turn inventive ideas into impressive projects.

The Grapevine Public Library invites little learners to dive into playful creativity with "Imagination Town," a hands‑on, come‑and‑go program where preschoolers build stories and adventures together in pop‑up tent towns. In addition to imaginative play, kids can join engaging events like Brain Builders (with Legos, Magnatiles, marble runs, and more), sensory free‑play, Family Storytime, and even read‑to‑a‑therapy‑dog sessions—all crafted to spark curiosity, creativity, and a love for reading. Library cardholders (including families) also benefit from access to the "Create It" Maker Suites and Makerspace—complete with 3D printers, robotics kits, laser cutters, art 

Southlake's Public Library features a beautiful mural painted by a local artist, adding a whimsical touch to its children's area. Southlake Public Library offers delightful storytime adventures tailored for little ones, including Baby Story Time, Toddler Story Time, and high-energy Musical Story Time Adventures, all featuring songs, rhymes, movement games, and interactive fun for children from birth to preschool age. Young readers can join the rewarding 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program to build early literacy skills by reading books together with caregivers and celebrating milestones along the way