School Age Programs
Kuna Library Programs for School-Age Children
As a way to keep our patrons and staff as safe as possible, we ask that you abide by the following protocols when visiting the library:
- Class sizes are limited, and spots are given on a first-come, first-served basis.
- If you or your child are not feeling well, please don’t attend our programs or visit the library.
- All programs are subject to change without notice.
Thank you for your cooperation and your participation!
After the Bell
Open to school-age children ages 6+
After the Bell resumes, Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Discover new friends, talents, and interests at After the Bell, an afternoon of fun activities for school-age kids with different themes and activity opportunities each day.
Learn more about the Idaho Battle of the Books, IBOB our IBOB teams will meet on Tuesdays from 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Homeschoolers @ The Library
Open to all families with school-age children
Homeschoolers resumes Friday, September 5, 2025
Here is a chance for school-age kids to participate in arts and crafts, STEM projects, and more.
Offered Fridays from 9:30-10:30
September 2025 Themes
9/5 At the Beach
9/12 Special Guest, Lovejoy’s Ice Cream
9/19 Game Day
9/26 Apple Activities
Check out our Homeschool Resources page
Mayor’s Book Club
A book club for kids in grades 4-6
Registration for session 1 opens Tuesday, September 2, 2025
Discussion night is Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 6:30-7:30
How does it work?
- Sign up at the library and receive a copy of the book (one book per family, limited quantities).
- Read the book.
- Join us at the library to discuss the book with the mayor of Kuna on the announced date.
- Keep the book!
- If you signed up for Mayor’s Book Club and could not attend the scheduled discussion, you’ll have to wait one month before signing up for another session.
Session 1 Book
Click on the image to learn more about the book
Micron Chip Class
Learn about chip manufacturing, engineering, and careers!
An eight-week course for kids ages 11-14
September 29-November 20, 2025
Mondays from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm at Kuna Library
Thursday, November 20, all-day field trip to BSU/Micron.
Registration is required. Space is limited to 30 participants.
Registration closes September 15, 2025.
Day 1: Monday, Sept 29, What are semiconductors?
Day 2: Monday, Oct. 6, Build an SSD!
Day 3: Monday, Oct. 20, Circuitry: Arduino Basics!
Day 4: Monday, Oct. 27, Circuitry: Advanced Arduinos!
Day 5: Monday, Nov. 3, Sphero Robots: Intro to Coding!
Day 6: Monday, Nov. 10, Sphero Robots: Advanced Coding!
Day 7: Monday, Nov. 17, LittleBits Engineering Challenge
Day 8: Thursday, Nov. 20, BSU/Micron Field Trip ALL DAY
Other Resources Available for School-Age Children
In addition to our programs, check out these at-home resources that are available to Kuna Library patrons.
Educate Station
A learning resource of early learning materials for teachers and homeschool parents. Offering weekly and monthly lesson plans with printable worksheets in language arts, math, science, social studies, and social & emotional learning curriculum for grades pre-kindergarten through second grade.
Online resource
Early Literacy Skills
eBooks and Audiobook Collection for Kids
The Idaho Commission for Libraries (ICfL) offers a collection with 75% of its holdings dedicated to children, juvenile, and teen titles.
The Idaho Digital E-Book Alliance (IDEA) is accessed through Libby or the school app, Sora. Find out how to add the IDEA collection to your app today!
eBoooks and Audiobooks
Check out our growing collection of FREE eBooks and audiobooks on Libby. With the new addition of read-along, there are books for the entire family!