My Big Wimmelbook®―Dinosaurs: A Look-and-Find Book (Kids Tell the Story)
Wimmelbooks are virtually instruction-free, inviting kids to make their own way through the busy Wimmelworld they encounter, and to craft their own stories. First, you’re introduced to a unique cast of characters who are hidden in plain sight on the pages that follow. As you seek them out, each character’s storyline unfolds, but it’s up to kids to interpret the scenes and create stories they think fit. It’s hours upon hours of fun—and an effortless introduction to literacy to boot.
The Wrong Daughter by Dandy Smith
The evening Caitlin and Olivia's parents leave them to go to a dinner party, both girls are bubbling with excitement. At ages 10 and 13, they are at last old enough to stay home alone. After all, in their idyllic town no one even bothers to lock their doors. As the summer light fades, after TV and popcorn, the sisters finally put themselves to bed. They're unaware of the figure watching them through an open window. Or of the back door opening once they've fallen asleep. When their parents return, they will find Olivia's bed empty. Their golden-haired, long-limbed, eldest daughter gone. Never to return. Until now. But is the woman who claims to be Olivia all she seems? Is everything Caitlin said she saw that night the whole truth? Their family have dreamed of this moment, but both sisters are keeping more than one secret. What price will they all pay if they end up believing the wrong daughter?
10 Rules for Raising Kids in a High-tech World: How Parents Can Stop Smartphones, Social Media, and Gaming from Taking Over Their Children's Lives By Jean M. Twenge
A practical, research-based guide offering ten clear strategies to help parents raise resilient, independent kids amid today's tech-driven world, addressing social media, screen time, and mental health with simple and effective rules for fostering balanced and healthy development.
Hey bookworms!
Have you heard about Freading? It's our awesome eBook platform that lets you download tens of thousands of books for FREE with your library card!
Here's a taste of what you can find:
Editor's Picks of the Week right on their homepage.
Categories like biography, romance, cooking, and even Lonely Planet Destination Guides.
SparkNotes Study Guides on literature, history, and more!
You can access Freading on your computer or through their free mobile apps for Apple, Android, Kindle Fire devices, and Adobe Digital Editions. Best of all, there are no holds or waiting lists—just instant access to a massive selection of titles. Ready to start your next free read? Head over to Freading.com to check it out!
Join our Teen Advisory Board and help shape the future of your library! Earn volunteer service hours, meet new friends and let your voice be heard. From planning events to recommending books and creating cool programs, this is your chance to lead, inspire, and make a difference.
All AZRLS libraries will close at 12:00pm for Staff Appreciation Day on Saturday, November 8, 2025. We will resume regular operating hours the following day, Sunday, November 9th.
AZRLS Libraries will be closed for Veterans Day on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. We will resume regular operating hours the following day, Wednesday, November 12th.
AZRLS Libraries will be closed for Thanksgiving on Thursday, November 27, 2025 and Friday, November 28, 2025.
***However, you can place holds on items for future pick-up through PINES and our digital collection is always available for your convenience, via Freading, Libby, and hoopla!
Congratulations to our September Library Card Sign-Up Month Coloring Contest Winners!
Each month, the library hosts the Artist of the Month on display in collaboration with the Artisans Village Art Gallery in Eatonton. Stop by to explore fresh, inspiring artwork created by members of our own creative community. New artwork goes up monthly—come see what’s on display and support local artists!
Gale LegalForms gives you access to a wide range of legal forms, from those useful for filing patents to forms for delegating power of attorney. These aren't generic forms you'd find through a basic internet search—they've been drafted by attorneys. In addition to forms, Gale LegalForms offers a legal Q&A section, a directory of attorneys, tax forms, and a law digest reference.
You can access Gale LegalForms by logging into your PINES account. Once you are logged in, click on "GALILEO Virtual Library" in the top menu.
Libraries With Heart!
Thanks to a partnership with Augusta State University, all AZRLS libraries now offer patrons the ability to check out or use in-house blood pressure kits. The Libraries with Heart kits, provided by the American Heart Association, include a validated monitor and cuff, educational materials, instructions for taking blood pressure at home, an explanation of blood pressure numbers, a log for recording readings, and a list of local health care providers available to answer questions. All materials are available in both English and Spanish. Check one out today!
(https://www.heart.org/.../monitoring-your-blood-pressure...)
