Children and Tween Library
The Children and Tween Library is more than just books!
It’s your destination for educational, inspirational, and entertaining items to enjoy at the Library or to take home.
Parents may borrow a laptop while their child is in the area, or visit the Parenting section for books, magazines and more!
CHECK OUT OUR PLAYAWAYS (audio books with a universal audio jack). No CD player required!
Registration for programs requires child must have valid Library card. Please get Library cards in advance of registration day.
Space in programs is limited. If you no call/no show TWICE for ANY events for which you are registered, you will automatically be placed on a waiting list for all future activities.
Homeschool Resources
To download or print a copy of these resources, please click the link below:
Local Resources for Homeschoolers in Baxter County, AR and Surrounding Areas
Children & Tween Events
Youth Smokey Bear Reading Challenge
Help Smokey celebrate his 80th birthday by learning how to prevent wildfires and help the environment!
After School Meals
On Tuesdays from 3:30-4:30PM, the Baxter County Library is offering after-school meals for students 18 and younger. After-school meals are offered at no cost to the student/family, and are served in the downstairs multi-purpose room.
Preschool Story Time
Ages 3 -5
Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and fun activities that encourage development of Early Literacy skills in young children.
Preschool Story Time
Ages 3 -5
Join in the fun with stories, songs, puppets and fun activities that encourage development of Early Literacy skills in young children.
LEGO® STEM Class - Partnership with Baxter County 4-H
Please contact the 4-H Office at 870-425-2335 to sign up.
Babies & Books Story Time
This is a time for caregivers and babies birth through 18 months to enjoy time together learning and playing.
Toddler Time
1-2 year olds
Enjoy reading, singing, and having fun with Mrs. Amy.
A Great Place to Grow
Read early and read often. The early years are critical to developing a lifelong love of reading.
eBook and eAudiobook titles for children. Available for downloading or streaming from most devices.
Sign in to Beanstack to participate in online reading challenges. App available for download.
Online classes, homework help, and research platforms available from the library.