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Video tutorials for Educator Library Cards

Please note that only schools that have an Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arlington Heights Memorial Library have access to Educator Library Cards. If you have questions, please email youthoutreach@ahml.info

Create a Web Account

Place an Item on Hold

Request a Resource Bag

Reading Programs

The library provides a variety of reading incentive programs to encourage children to read. In each program, track how much you read to earn prizes. These programs are free to join. 


Seasonal reading programsfor all ages, birth – 12th grade


  • Winter Reading 

Age-Based reading programs

Use these online tools to better understand current events

Issues, controversies and arguments are everywhere in the news. However, with soundbites and social media posts, it’s difficult to understand all the nuances that are relevant. You can use several of the library’s online databases to help get a better understanding of what’s behind the hot topics of the day

Explore Stories and More Online

Did you know you can enjoy a variety of storytime and learning resources from the comfort of your home? Visit our Learning Resources page to find the full list.


BookFlix is a fun resource that pairs a video recording of a book, with a nonfiction companion book. Fun puzzle challenges are available

Resource Bags

We’ll send out a collection of items on a theme or subject, including books, media, magazines, and a guide to any relevant digital resources. We also have several book discussion sets when you need multiple copies of a title.

  • Preschool bags are picked up and delivered to schools on Wednesday by AHML's delivery