Family Resource Libraries at Children's Medical Center

Looking for information about your child's illness and treatment? The Family Resource Libraries are here to help. We offer:

• 5 libraries
• Internet access
• A collection of books, magazines, pamphlets and videos
• A collection of children's books that may be checked out to patients and families
• 4 librarians
• Fun family activities

Computers and Internet access

Each of the libraries has desktop computers with Internet access and Microsoft tools. Many health sites are bookmarked to help families get started. We also offer laptops with wireless Internet connections.

Books and magazines

Patients and families can choose from more than 8,000 books to borrow. Our collection covers topics such as consumer health, parenting and family issues. Books for children are available for every age and reading level. Our magazine collection covers general interest, health and children's titles. Some titles are available in Spanish. Search our catalog.

Personal assistance

Library staff and volunteers are available to help families:

• Search databases
• Use the Internet
• Find books and magazines
• Connect with resources within the hospital and the community

Contact staff in person, by phone or email hannah.guthrie@childrens.com.

Consumer Health & Medical Library Internship

The Consumer Health & Medical Library Internship provides students a diverse learning environment to gain skills in health information services. Applicants must be enrolled in an MLS program accredited by the American Library Association. For more information about this internship, please download the internship overview.

Brochures and pamphlets

Free booklets are available on many subjects. Some are available in Spanish. Topics include:

Story time

We invite patients and family members to attend Story Time. Story times/locations include: 

• Pavilion Family Resource Library, Monday – Friday at 10.30 a.m.

Contact any of the resource libraries for more information.

Teen Center at the Pavilion Resource Library

Health and social materials especially for adolescents ages 12-19 years.

• Resources include magazines, leisure and consumer health books and brochures, and a board for teen art, poetry, and other brag-worthy achievements.
• Contact the Pavilion Resource Library at 214-456-4787.

Video tapes

Families can borrow videos on patient education. Some videos are available in Spanish. Search our catalog.