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
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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!
Read, Write, Ignite! Local Author Expo
Read, Write, Ignite! Local Author Expo
If you are a local (Arkansas and the Ozarks) author and would like to participate You can fill out the registration form or e-mail Jamie at jamie.v@baxlib.org to register for a table. If you would like us to include information about you and
Toddler Time
1-2 year olds
Enjoy reading, singing, and having fun with Mrs. Amy.
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.
Arts 'R Us - Frank Lloyd Wright Part 2
Discover how Frank Lloyd Wright found his inspiration to build and bring your sketch to life as we model our architecture designs.
This class is best for 2nd-6th graders.
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.
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.