VaCS Family Learning Program

Reading is a great way to learn about the world around us!

Learn about viruses, bacteria, vaccines, and your body by checking out VaCS’ recommended reading list for kids!

VaCS Volunteers at 2026 Newfield Old Homes Day
VaCS volunteers give out free books: “Baby Medical School: Vaccines” at Newfield Old Homes Day event, August 2026 Newfield NY.
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VaCS Scientists are giving away the following two books for free in Tompkins County, thanks to generous support from the Friends of the Tompkins County Library!

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“Baby Medical School: Vaccines” by Cara Florance, PhD and John Florance, MD

Recommended ages Baby-4yrs

Not available in the finger lakes library system – find us at an upcoming event to get a copy!
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Vaccine is Like a Memory” by Rajani LaRocca, MD

Recommended ages 4-8 yrs

CHeck out “A Vaccine is like a memory”
in the Finger LaKes LIbrary System

Sharing is caring!

If you’ve received one of our free books, we hope you enjoy it! If you’re ready to give the book a new home, you may bring it to The Nook in the Shops at Ithaca Mall so our friends at Family Reading Partnership can help us share it with a new family!

Here are some other similar books about that you can check out from the Finger Lakes Library System:

  • “Kati’s tiny messengers : Dr. Katalin Karikó and the battle against COVID-19” by Megan Hoyt.
  • “The secret life of viruses : incredible science facts about germs, vaccines, and what you can do to stay healthy” by Mariona Tolosa Sisteré and The Ellas Educan Collective.
  • “Vaccines change the world” by Gillian King-Cargile
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Thanks to Friends of the Tompkins County Public Library for awarding us funds to purchase books to give away at community events in Tompkins County!