ABCmouse Learning Program for Kids

ABCmouse is a great way to introduce young children to online learning! Parents can check out an account for a 4-week period to help kids aged 2 to 8+ with early literacy and school readiness. Skills such as thinking and reasoning are built through memorization and solving puzzles as children work to achieve goals. Using step-by-step lessons and games, ABCmouse guides kids along Learning Paths of increasing difficulty in a variety of subjects including:

  • Language & Reading
  • Math
  • Science
  • Social Studies
  • Arts
  • and more!

ABCmouse complements learning going on at home or at school with a customizable platform that enables you to design a learning space that meets your child's needs. This educational site has over 8,500 standards-based learning activities used by various educators including head-start programs, teachers, and librarians. There are no ads, pop-ups, or outside links on AMCmouse, just safe, reliable content that provides your child with a fun way to learn and progress. 

Step One: Check Out An Account

  1. Go to the ABCmouse resource page to check out an ABCmouse account.
  2. Click on the "Checkout Account" button and enter your name, email, and state.
  3. Choose a Santa Clara County Library District member library from the pull-down menu.
  4. Enter your library card number and click or tap "Submit."
  5. If a license is available you will see "An ABCmouse.com account is available for your library." Enter a password, agree to the terms, and click or tap "Submit." If the license is not available, you will be put on the waitlist for the next available license.

Step Two: Create Parent and Child Accounts

  1. Enter your parent or guardian information and choose an avatar (a character that represents you on ABCmouse.com).
  2. You can now create up to three child profiles.
  3. It is recommended that your child take an assessment to help you determine at what level they should start, and to track progress at the end of the 4-week check-out period.
  4. You're now ready to play!

Give your kids a learning boost with these fun and educational activities. Get started with ABCmouse today!

Original Post by Bonnie
Published: December 28, 2017
Revised and Updated by Kelly: December 31, 2019