Libby Ebooks for Kids offers thousands of ebooks for children of all ages, including picture books, early readers, juvenile fiction, graphic novels, and nonfiction. Families can discover new releases and borrow favourites instantly with their ORL library card. Books can be read on phones, tablets, and e-readers, and many titles can be downloaded for offline reading, making it easy for kids to enjoy stories at home and on the go.
Quick-Start Guide
- Open Libby in your browser or download the Libby app for your mobile device, then sign in with your ORL library card number and PIN/password.
- Browse the kids’ collection or search for a specific title, author, or subject.
- Borrow an ebook to start reading right away or download it for offline reading.
- Manage your loans and holds from your Shelf.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What ages is the Kids collection for?
A: Libby includes ebooks for young children, early readers, and middle-grade readers, with options across fiction, nonfiction, and graphic novels.
Q: Are there magazines for kids too?
A: Yes. Popular children’s magazines such as TIME for Kids and Champak are available to borrow instantly.
Q: Can kids read offline?
A: Yes. Borrowed ebooks and magazines can be downloaded to read without Wi-Fi.
Q: Do I need a separate Kids account?
A: No. You can access the Kids collection by signing in to Libby with your ORL library card and navigating to the Kids Collection.
Q: Can Libby help keep kids reading while travelling?
A: Yes. Libby is ideal for travel since ebooks do not take up space and can be read on any supported device.
Q: Can I customize how my child reads?
A: Yes. You can adjust font size, lighting, and layout to support comfort and accessibility.
Q: Why is Libby asking me to verify my library card?
A: Libby may occasionally ask you to verify your library card. Enter your ORL library card number and PIN/password and follow the prompts to continue using Libby.
Q: What if I don’t know my PIN/password?
A: You can reset your PIN online if your current email is on file. Otherwise, please contact your nearest branch for assistance.
Q: Where can I find more information?
A: More information and tutorials are available on our Help Page.