Listening to stories is an important part of building early literacy skills. Audiobooks help children develop vocabulary, improve comprehension, and model fluent reading. They’re also a great way to engage reluctant readers, support different learning styles, and make stories accessible for all ages and abilities. Whether at home or on the go, audio materials make it easy for kids to enjoy books in a whole new way.
Books on CD
Traditional audiobooks on CD are physical sets of discs that can be played on any standard CD player. A CD player is required.
Borrowing Information: 3 weeks, 3 renewals (if no holds)
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eAudiobooks
eAudiobooks are digital audiobooks that you can stream or download to a phone or tablet using a library app. In the Children’s eLibrary, you’ll also find video storybooks that read aloud while kids follow along with the text.
Playaways
Playaways are all-in-one audiobook devices. Each unit comes preloaded with a single title and has a built-in speaker and headphone jack. Just add a battery and press play—no CDs or internet needed.
Headphones (universal 3.5 mm jack) and 1 AAA battery are required. You may use your own or purchase them at the Circulation Desk:
- Headphones: $1.00
- AAA Battery: $0.50
Borrowing Information: 3 weeks, 3 renewals (if no holds)
Talking Books
VOX Books are books that talk! Vox books combine print and audio in one format. Each book has a built-in audio player, so kids can listen to the story while following along with the text. No additional device is required. Headphones can be used but are not required.
Borrowing Information: 3 weeks, 3 renewals (if no holds)
Yoto Cards
Yoto Cards are designed for use with a Yoto Player. Each card contains an audiobook that plays when inserted into the device. A Yoto Player is required.
Borrowing Information: 1 week, 3 renewals (if no holds), limit of 3 per card