Library Newsletter - February 2026

Posted Date: 02/06/26 (10:38 AM)

February 2026
February is a busy time of year as the winners of the American Library Assoc. are announced and we get ready to select new books to buy for the library. You can always add your favorite titles to the collection by donating it or shopping our Amazon Wish List if you just want to support getting great books to kids.

Library News

Show Off Your Art in the Library

We have lots of empty wall space and above shelf areas that we would love to fill with student art. If you have artwork, photography, sculptures, or other pieces of art that you would like to have displayed in the AOMS Library, please come in and talk to Mrs. Otten about how to have your work displayed for all students to see.

We are very excited about this new program and adding beauty and character to this student space.

ALA 2026 Winners Announced
The American Library Association has released the 2026 Youth Medal Award winners . These are the newest titles winning honors such as the John Newbery for best contribution to American children's literature, the Pura Belpré Award for Latino and Latina cultural experiences in children's and young adult literature and more. Which books do you think you want to add to the library? Do you think you can read them all?

All the Blues in the Sky by Renee Watson

Carlsbad City Library
There is a lot going on at the Carlsbad Dove Library. No sign up needed for the monthly clubs, drop in and have fun.

Dungeons & Dragons Club: First & Third Wednesdays of every month @4pm
Great for those fans that loved or hated Stranger Things and the adventure based in D&D lore.

Manga & Graphic Novel Club: Second Wednesday of every month @ 4pm
Are you a One Piece Fan? What about other Manga. Talk about your favorite manga in this club.

Teens Geek Out Club: Fourth Wednesday of every month @ 4pm
All things pop-culture. It's like a Comic Con panel every month where you are the expert.

Cole Library is excited to launch an in-person Teen Book Club meeting every 2nd Thursday of the month. Created by a Sage Creek student, this program is designed for 7th -12th graders. The first meeting will be Feb 12th at 5:45pm - 6:45pm reading the book The Poet X by Elizabeth Acevedo.

Book Recommendations

Book of the Month on Sora

Read the Book of the Month through the Sora app in Clever, brought to us by the San Diego County Library. Here's how to sign in.

The Crossover by Kwame Alexander

Josh Bell and his twin brother, Jordan, excel on the court. Josh tells his story with basketball and beats. This is a fast and furious read that is told in verse to follow the rhythm of Josh's family and brotherhood.

Follow Josh and Jordan as they come to grips with growing up on and off the court where they learn that breaking the rules comes with a terrible price. This heart-stopping story is a game-changer for the whole family.

New Books Added to the Collection - You can also shop our Amazon Wish List to support the library.

Contact the Library
Mrs. Otten - kristina.otten@carlsbadusd.net
760-661-6188
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CYRM Sign Ups - must be in CUSD account
Search books on Destiny
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Book Donations - We accept donations of gently used books or you can visit our Amazon Wish List.

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Library Newsletter - February 2026