All libraries in the Appalachian Regional Library system, except for the Western Watauga Branch Library, are currently open to the public. Masks are required to enter, and building capacities and length of visits will be reduced for the time being.
Tweens & Teens
Teen Scene
Summer Reading Starts June 7th: Sign Up for Read Squared: Curated book Recommendations, Literacy Games and Missions
Click Here to Sign Up: http://wataugacountylibrary.readsquared.com
2021-2022 High School Battle of the Books
Love from A to Z by S.K. Ali
The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes
Hollow Kingdom by Kira Jane Buxton
The Marrow Thieves by Cherie Dimaline
The Rise and Fall of Charles Lindbergh by Candace Fleming
Dancing at the Pity Party** by Tyler Feder
Not So Pure and Simple by Lamar Giles
These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong
Raybearer by Jordan Ifueko
This is My America by Kim Johnson
You Should See Me in a Crown by Leah Johnson
Angel of Greenwood by Randi Pink
The Cat I Never Named by Amra Sabic-El-Rayess
Furia by Yamile Saied Mendez
Cemetery Boys by Aiden Thomas
**Questions for Dancing at the Pity Party will be drawn from the entire content of the book, cover to cover, which includes graphics and text.
Volunteer at Library
You can make a difference in the quality of library services in your community by sharing your time and talent. Whether shelving books one morning a week, organizing the shelves, or preparing crafts for a children’s story time, volunteers are essential to making the Watauga County Library a great place to be. For more information please call 828 264 8784 ext 3.
If you are interested in volunteering, please read the volunteer policy then complete the volunteer application and return it to Watauga Library’s Youth Services Desk. Volunteers under the age of 18 must provide a parent’s signature on the application form. If you would like further information, contact Judith at 828 264-8784 ext 3.
Helpful Guides
Free Driver Education Test
Soon-to-be driver in the family? Try the free online DMV permit practice tests: driving-tests.org.
Resources
Someone in the family need homework help? Check out Learning Express Library for help with Math, English, and more!
Does your child need to research a topic? Check out NCLive for a multitude of sources and Great Websites for Kids for a wonderful selection of websites geared to kids birth to age 14.