Events › Read Kind, Be Kind: Building Empathy Through Reading

Join the Jeffery Manor Branch and Trumbull and Bradley Park Districts for a fun and meaningful reading program that celebrates kindness and friendship! Through engaging stories and activities, kids will explore how small acts of kindness can make a big difference.

Each week, we’ll read inspiring books, share ideas, and enjoy creative projects that help build empathy. At the end of the program, participants will receive a special prize for completing their kindness reading journey!

Ages 7 to 10: Thursdays, April 16 and May 14

Ages 11 to 13: Thursdays, April 30 and May 28

How to Attend
Register 24 hours ahead. Chicago Public Library cannot collect personal information online from kids 0 to 13. A parent or guardian’s email address must be used to register. As a reminder, school email addresses may block external emails such as those from CPL.

Accessibility
Need sign language interpretation or other accessibility assistance for this event? Please call (312) 747-8184 or email access@chipublib.org to request accommodations. Requests must be made at least 14 business days before the event.