Youth Services
Welcome to the Watauga County Library Youth Services page. Visit us anytime the library is open to check out materials, use the computer lab, do research, go on a scavenger hunt, and more!
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NCKids Digital Library
NC Kids Digital Library offers e-books, audiobooks, streaming videos, and Read-Alongs. This collection was specifically designed for youth and includes picture books, youth fiction, youth nonfiction, young adult, and more.
NC Kids Digital Library is sponsored by NCPLDA: NC Public Library Directors Association, NCGA: NC General Assembly, with assistance from the State Library of North Carolina and supported by an IMLS federal LSTA grant.
LEGO Club
Free build with Library Lego bricks! Then all creations will be displayed at the library for a month.
Tuesday, October 24th at 4:00 PM
(SPECIAL THIS MONTH WATCH LEGO BATMAN WHILE BUILDING!)
Creative Writing Workshop For Teens and Tweens
Thursday, October 26th at 5:00 PM
Contact 828-264-8784 x 3 or email [email protected]
YA Book Club – The Book Brigade
Reading: "They Both Die At The End" by Adam Silvera
Stop by the Adult Services desk any time to pick up a copy of the book and join the fun!
Email Justin or Kristian for questions and pizza requests.
Books may contain mature themes, profanity, or violence. Parental discretion advised.
Thursday, October 12th at 5:30 pm
Crochet Club
For Ages 8-18
No Experience or Supplies Necessary
Snacks Provided
Wednesday, October 4th at 4 pm
Questions? Email Jennifer at [email protected]
Monthly Scavenger Hunts
Scavenger hunts are a fun way to promote the library and engaged youth in the learning process. Pick up a pencil and scavenger form at the Youth Services Desk!
SERVICES
ABCMouse.com Early Learning Academy
ABCmouse.com is a high quality online educational resource for young children now available on our computers at the library. ABCmouse.com has won numerous awards and features over 5,000 learning activities, including online books, interactive learning activities, games, puzzles, songs, art activities, and more. It is designed to both fun and educational.
Reference Assistance
Staff members at the Youth Services desk are always ready and willing to help you locate an item, get started on an assignment or find out more about a topic.
Computers
Computers for children under the age of thirteen and for parents accompanied by children are available in the Youth Services department. Children can use their own library card to log on or parents may request a guest pass for their child. Parents must keep their child(ren) in view when using the computer lab.
Library Tours
Classes and formal organizations are welcome to visit the library for a tour. Please make requests for visits at least two weeks in advance. You may call (828) 264-8784, ext.3 to request a tour.
Story Walks in Watauga County
Look for Watauga County Story Walks at the Tot Lot Park in Boone. The StoryWalk Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, Vermont and was provided by a grant through the Library Services and Technology ACT EZ Literacy and Life Long Learning.
A Little Free Library is a “take a book, return a book” free book exchange. They come in many shapes and sizes, but the most common version is a small wooden box of books. Anyone may take a book or bring a book to share. Little Free Libraries encourage literacy friendly neighborhoods. Look for a Little Free Library near you. Get the app here!
2892 Broadstone Road
1880 Bethel Road
Resources
Battle of the Books 2023-2024
- Elementary School Battle of the Books List
- Middle School Battle of the Books List
- High School Battle of the Books List
Learning Express Library
Someone in the family need homework help? Check out Learning Express Library for help with Math, English, ACT/SAT practice, and more!
NCLive
Looking for homework help? Want to learn a new language? Writing a research paper? Check out NCLive for a multitude of sources and Great Websites for Kids for a wonderful selection of websites and databases!
Free Driver Education Test
Soon-to-be driver in the family? Try the free online DMV permit practice tests: driving-tests.org.
Occupational Outlook Handbook
Volunteering for the Library
Need more than one hour per month? Set up a Volunteer Slot! 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.
Before starting any task in the library, volunteers must read the volunteer policy, then complete the volunteer application and return it to the circulation desk. Volunteers under the age of 18 must provide a parent’s signature on the application form. If you would like further information, contact us at (828) 264-8784, ext. 3.