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Valley libraries with unique play and learning spaces for kids


PHOENIX — Discover and explore Valley libraries offering fun play and learning environments for children! We’ve curated a list of libraries that feature engaging play areas, an indoor castle, and themed rooms—all designed to enrich and inspire young readers’ experiences.

Maricopa County Library District

Georgia T. Lord Library

Remember that Valley libraries offer special programs and activities, so click on each library’s name to stay updated on their latest events.

Inside an area of the Georgia T. Lord Library

Maricopa County Library District

Inside an area of the Georgia T. Lord Library
  • Address: 1900 N. Civic Square in Goodyear
  • Operating hours are:

    • Monday to Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
'The Castle' at the Apache Junction Public Library.

Sancie Lee Brown, Sr Admin Assistant for the Apache Junction Public Library

‘The Castle’ at the Apache Junction Public Library.
  • Address: 1177 N. Idaho Rd. in Apache Junction
  • Hours of operation:

    • Monday – Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Friday – Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Closed on Sunday
A themed area at Queen Creek Library.

Maricopa County Library District

A themed area at Queen Creek Library.
  • Address: 21802 S Ellsworth Road in Queen Creek
  • Hours of operation:

    • Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Closed on Sundays
Learning and reading areas at the Queen Creek Library.

Maricopa County Library District

Learning and reading areas at the Queen Creek Library.
Peoria 'Main' Library has an outdoor area.

City of Peoria

Peoria ‘Main’ Library has an outdoor area.
  • Address: 8463 W Monroe St in Peoria
  • Hours of operation:

    • Monday through Thursday from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Closed on Sundays
Main Peoria Library

City of Peoria

Main Peoria Library
Downtown Chandler Public Library play area.

City of Chandler

Downtown Chandler Public Library play area.
  • Address: 22 S Delaware Street in Chandler
  • Hours of operation:

    • Monday- Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Thursday- Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Basha Library has reading areas with animal-themed chairs.

City of Chandler

Basha Library has reading areas with animal-themed chairs.
  • Address: 5990 S Val Vista Drive in Chandler
  • Hours of operation:

    • Monday- Wednesday from 7:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
    • Thursday and Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
    • Closed on Sundays
Southeast Regional Library playroom area.

Maricopa County Library District

Southeast Regional Library playroom area.
  • Address: 775 N Greenfield Rd in Gilbert
  • Hours of operation:

    • Monday through Thursday from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
    • Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Inside Sunset Library

City of Chandler

Inside Sunset Library
  • Address: 4930 W Ray Road in Chandler
  • Hours of operation:

    • Monday- Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
    • Thursday- Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
    • Sunday from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.

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