The library provides a variety of FREE reading programs to encourage children to read. In each program, you're encouraged to develop the habit of reading and you track how much you read to earn prizes.
Seasonal reading programs
for all ages, birth–12th grade:
Age-based reading programs:
To sign up, log on to ahml.beanstack.org, or download the app from the App Store or Google Play. Your age will determine what program you participate in. No library card required!
Wondering what to read next? Receive a personalized list of books through Book Me!
Complete our Youth Book Me form with your reading preferences. Go ahead and get specific about what you like - the more information you provide, the better our recommendations will be.
Youth Services staff will use the information to create a list of books from the library’s collection just for you. We can even put items on hold for you.
Fill out a Book Me Form today!
Parents, caregivers and adults, learn more about our Book Me service for adults here.
If you’ve always wanted to sign up for a book subscription box but didn’t like the commitment or cost, you’re in luck. AHML offers LitCrates, a library book box for tweens (grades 4-6) and teens (grades 7-12).
It's easy! Let us know your reading preferences and we’ll put together a LitCrate containing a book recommended just for you with some extra special surprises. The goodies are yours to keep, but don’t forget to return the book!
Find more info on LitCrates here.
Want more book recommendations? Not in 4th grade yet? Try our Book Me service.
Youth Services staff have created many book lists for young readers. Search the Youth Book Lists page to find just the right book for your child to read next. Lists are organized by age, genre, or theme.
Want a more personalized book recommendation? Try our Book Me service.
Reading, listening, building...whatever you’re looking for, we have an item you can borrow! The Kids’ World collections are developed and regularly updated based on our customers’ needs.
What Do Those Letters Mean?
Spine labels can help you figure out which items are right for your child.