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Reading Lists
Fun with Friends

Young readers can join in on the fun with books that teach the importance of working together toward a common goal and the power of friendship.


Graphic Novels for Adults!

The Hamden Public Library has a rich collection of adult graphic novels. Explore the collection and let our list help you navigate these unique items!


Historical Fiction Favorites!




Hopeful Change

Inspire hope for a better future with these books about the environment, climate, and life-cycles of the world. 


Making Tracks

Books are a great way to bridge the gap of imagination and exploring. Get kids outside to explore nature with this list of books about animal tracks and signs!


Music Influencers

Love all things music? Always looking to learn something new? This list of non-fiction biographies, autobiographies, memoirs, and histories will expand your kno ...
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Mystery Favorites!

Mystery Favorites!


Science Fiction Favorites!

Science Fiction Favorites from the Hamden Public Library Staff!


Shake, Shimmy, and Read

There's nothing like a good song to get your toes tapping! Follow along as these books get you up off your feet and dancing to the beat. Young children ever ...
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Wild and Free

A diverse range of stories about friendship, acceptance, adventure, and nature geared toward the YA reader.


Birth to 12 Months

Start early and raise a book lover by reading to newborns. These hand-selected books are designed for babies birth to 12 months including durable board books and colorful pictures.


12 to 24 Months

Help young children develop a love for reading that will last a lifetime.  Read these fun books about animals and rhymes to your young one and watch their imagination grow.


2 to 3 Year Olds

Encourage your toddler to read with exciting books that span from simple picture books to more elaborate stories. Watch your child grow into a lifetime book lover.


4 to 5 Year Olds

Prepare your child for school by exposing them to reading at a young age. This book list is designed for 4 to 5 year olds as they prepare to enter kindergarten.