Library Blog
Posted on Sun, September 19, 2021 - 08:00pm
We’ve purchased some new additions to our Graphic Novel and Manga collections! If you have any suggestions or series you’d like to see, please email teens@amesfreelibrary.org and let us know.
Fence by C.S. Pacat
Nicholas, the illegitimate son of a retired fencing champion, is a scrappy fencing…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Fri, July 16, 2021 - 08:00pm
Once your assigned summer reading is done, check out our NEW YA BOOKS for some fun summer reading. There's something for everyone!
An Emotion of Great Delight by Tahereh Mafi
In the wake of 9/11, Shadi, a child of Muslim immigrants, tries to navigate her crumbling world of death, heartbreak, and…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Thu, July 08, 2021 - 08:00pm
Experience a story in a different way, with no books or pictures! Close your eyes, listen carefully, and prepare for an adventure. What would it be like to have a highly-sensitive snout, leathery wings, feathery whiskers, or a glittering, rainbow tail? Let your imagination (& your body!) run …
Category: Youth Services, Kids
Posted on Thu, June 24, 2021 - 08:00pm
Looking for something fresh? Check out one of these fun summer reads!
One Man Guy by Michael Barakiva
When Alek's high-achieving, Armenian-American parents send him to summer school, he thinks his summer is ruined. But then he meets Ethan, who opens his world in a series of truly unexpected ways…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Mon, May 31, 2021 - 08:00pm
Perfect On Paper by Sophie Gonzales
Seventeen-year-old Darcy Phillips, a bisexual girl who gives anonymous love advice to her classmates, is hired by the "hot" guy at school to help him get his ex back.
In Deeper Waters by F.T. Lukens
Sixteen-year-old Prince Tal is on his long-awaited coming-…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Fri, May 28, 2021 - 08:00pm
This past week, we lost two Children's Book greats: Eric Carle (The Very Hungry Caterpillar) & Lois Ehlert (Chicka Chicka Boom Boom). Both were prolific authors & illustrators whose work will live on in the imaginations of children (& adults!) for generations to come.
Here are some…
Category: Youth Services, Kids
Posted on Fri, May 21, 2021 - 08:00pm
Welcome to the Ames Free Library Summer Reading Program for Teens! We've posted a list of your summer reading requirements from OAHS for you to start with.
Interested in winning some prizes too? Have a look at our Summer Reading Program details below...
CALLING ALL TEENS 13 - 18 YEARS OLD!…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Tue, April 27, 2021 - 08:00pm
You may have read that AFL is observing Screen-Free Week, but what does that mean for you?
Screen-Free Week is an annual event during the first week of May that encourages families to find activities to do - preferably together! - that don't involve screens. This year, it's May 3 through May 9. …
Category: Youth Services, Kids
Posted on Wed, April 14, 2021 - 08:00pm
Spring is in the air! New buds on the trees, new flowers in the yard... new teen books in the library!
The Cost of Knowing by Brittney Morris
Sixteen-year-old Alex Rufus's curse of seeing the future distracts him from being and doing his best, but when he sees his little brother Isaiah's…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Sun, April 04, 2021 - 08:00pm
Becky Albertalli is an American author of young adult fiction, known for Simon vs. the Homo Sapiens Agenda, which was adapted into the 2018 film Love, Simon and inspired the spin-off television series Love, Victor.
We have many of her books available for checkout in the Teen Den, or you can…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Sun, April 04, 2021 - 08:00pm
A Tisket, A Tasket, Poetry in a Basket
April is National Poetry Month! Celebrate this all-ages event by picking up a goodie bag at the Circulation Desk beginning on Monday, April 5th. Inside, you'll find a plastic egg (with a hidden surprise!), a piece of chalk, and a basic instruction sheet. You'…
Category: Staff Picks, Youth Services
Posted on Thu, April 01, 2021 - 08:00pm
Teens! Do you know...
*How do you apply for financial aid?*What types of financial aid are available?*What is the FAFSA?*What is the deadline for the FAFSA?*Who qualifies for the FAFSA?
If these are some questions you or your parents have please join the FREE Zoom College Financing Program hosted…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Tue, March 23, 2021 - 08:00pm
Time MARCHes on (haha, see what we did there?), and though you still can't get into the Teen Den, you can find great new reads on our temporary YA shelf in the corner of the Fiction Room on the first floor. Here are a few ideas to get you started.
Infinity Reaper by Adam Silvera
sequel to Infinity…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Sun, January 31, 2021 - 07:00pm
Have you been in to the library lately? We're open, and even though the Teen Den isn't open for browsing, we're still curating a great collection for you. Check out what's new below, then place a hold or come in to the library to pick it up!
Lore by Alexandra Bracken
Every seven years there is a…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Mon, November 30, 2020 - 07:00pm
Listen to Miss Jess share Hanukkah and Christmas books during these holiday storytimes!
These prerecorded storytimes can be viewed at your convenience, December 1 - 31, 2020!
To see ALL of our storytimes, visit our Storytimes playlist on our YouTube page!
Category: Youth Services, Kids, Story Times Online
Posted on Thu, November 19, 2020 - 07:00pm
Welcome to Miss Jess Suggests!
In each episode of this series, Head of Youth Services Jessica Block recommends great books for you to try (plus some bonus titles!). Different episodes will focus on one interest level or age group, so if you don't hear about something "just right" for your reader,…
Category: Youth Services, Kids
Posted on Thu, November 19, 2020 - 07:00pm
Take your remote schooling to a whole new level! AFL has a new database to support your academics.
Brainfuse HelpNow offers on-demand, personalized tutoring for K-12 students and adult learners.
Log in with your library card* to access live tutoring, asynchronous study support, skills building…
Category: Youth Services, Kids, Teen
Posted on Thu, November 12, 2020 - 07:00pm
November is flying by, but there’s still fun to be had from Youth Services!
Zoom storytimes with Miss Jess continue weekly through November. No advance registration is required. All storytimes start at 10:30 AM. Learn more about each storytime.
Tuesdays: Wiggleworms for toddlers
Wednesdays:…
Category: Youth Services, Kids
Posted on Wed, November 04, 2020 - 07:00pm
Kiersten White is a writer of young-adult fiction covering a variety of genres (fantasy, historical fiction, paranormal); and she also wrote a middle-grade novel of funny fairy tales. She lives with her family in San Diego, CA.
Find out more about all of Ms. White’s books on her blog. Check out…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Thu, October 29, 2020 - 08:00pm
This month’s featured author is homegrown! Local author Anna Staniszewski’s books span from tween novels to picture books, with a new chapter book series in between! Visit Ms. Staniszewski’s website to find out more about all of her books, get a sneak peek at her upcoming picture book, and to learn…
Category: Youth Services, Kids
Posted on Tue, October 27, 2020 - 08:00pm
Practice self-love and take care of yourself with some YOGA! Check out the links below to get started!
https://yogawithadriene.com/yoga-for-teens/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6kJgTouHHeE
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Sun, October 25, 2020 - 08:00pm
Election Day is just a week away, and we hope you’re all planning to get out to the polls (if you haven’t already voted early!). Your voice counts – be heard! Find out more about voting in Easton here.
But there’s another voting opportunity you don’t want to miss – our Fall Festivities Photo…
Category: Youth Services, Kids
Posted on Thu, October 22, 2020 - 08:00pm
Halloween is a hugely social celebration; many people participate by trick or treating in their neighborhoods, pumpkin patch hayrides, or visiting haunted houses. Whether you’re celebrating Halloween, looking forward to the winter holidays, or planning something else, the big question is: how do…
Category: Youth Services, Kids
Posted on Tue, October 20, 2020 - 08:00pm
I’ll Give You The Sun by Jandy Nelson
Available on Overdrive/Libby
A story of first love, family, loss, and betrayal told from different points in time, and in separate voices, by artists Jude and her twin brother Noah.
When You Were Everything by Ashley Woodfolk
In New York City, follows the…
Category: Youth Services, Teen
Posted on Sun, October 18, 2020 - 08:00pm
Things feel a little like they’re getting back to normal… until you realize that it’s now “normal” to do everything on your screen! It’s been a big adjustment for everyone – including us at the library!
We’re rolling out some fresh storytimes for the fall (have you seen S’more Stories yet? And…
Category: Youth Services, Kids