Paulding County Carnegie Library
Children's
Services
"Welcome to the World
of the Young Reader"
419-399-2032 or click here to e-mail.
Youth Services Annual Reading
Programs
►Battle of the Books
County-wide reading competition
between 5th and 6th grade teams. Participants can include teams from all
county schools as well as homeschoolers.
2011-2012
Battle of the Books List
The 2011 Summer Theme was
all about Stories around the World. The gang experienced a bit of Africa
when they tasted a variety of insects. Ewwwww.
Storytime
Introducing reading, literature and the library to preschoolers is an
important component in childhood literacy development. Our youth services
department is a preschooler's door to learning. Our professional and
talented staff strive to offer
quality weekly theme-based storytimes that, in addition to a story, may
include: music, crafts, dancing and interactive fun. Call 419-399-2032
for scheduling and more information.
Festive Parties and Events
The Youth Services Department plans special parties and events throughout
the year, such as:
Winter
Wonderland: This popular event transforms the children's room into a
magical place of wonder and imagination. Usually lighted with thousands of
twinkle lights, children enjoy stories, games, contests, and a visit from a
red-suited, white-bearded friend. If you are quiet enough, you might hear
the stomping of reindeer hooves on the roof of the library.
Easter Party: Here comes Peter Cottontail! Children will delight with springtime story times as well as fun, games, crafts and refreshments, and if they are lucky, a visit from that famous bunny!
Book Launchings: When a popular book is launched, such as the latest in the Harry Potter series, the Youth Services Department usually introduces it with much fanfare! Late night parties, movies and unique events add to the excitement of books.
Seasonal parties: We love a good party, so you never know when a party will be planned to celebrate spring, fall, summer, winter or no occasion at all!
The teen collection has moved to the main floor next to the magazines. Our
teens need their own place and now they have their own space!
Teen Space!
Staff
Our youth services team is led by Anissa Williamson. Anissa has been an
enthusiastic and innovative member of the library team for over a decade and
has extensive experience in working with a wide range of ages, organizing
and promoting programs and connecting all users with the information they
need. Her team includes the super nice Jonne and our story
teller and performer extraordinaire, Kooky Kirk.