Library Newsletter - May 2026

Posted Date: 05/20/26 (09:20 AM)

May 2026

May is our busiest month of the year with testing, renewals, getting ready for summer and next school year, traveling for all the college graduations, and a slightly late May Newsletter.

All student library books and fines need to be cleared by Memorial Day. Please check your student's account and reach out if you have any questions.

Library News

Carlsbad City Library is coming to AOMS

On Friday, May 22 students can visit the Carlsbad Library pop up at lunch time. They will be promoting the Summer Reading Program, Tween and YA events, and giving away free books.

AOMS Library can now sign up students for Carlsbad City Library cards without needing to visit the library. You pick up a packet (in English or Spanish) for guardians to fill out at home. Return the packet to the AOMS Library. Mrs. Otten will verify your information and the Carlsbad Library will do the rest, including delivering your new library card to school.

Carlsbad Library coming to AOMS Renewal Month
The Carlsbad City Library will be on campus at lunch on Friday, May 22 promoting the Summer Reading Adventure, 'Tween clubs and programs, and talking to students about finding books they love and overcoming any challenges they may have.
We are so excited to invite the Library to our campus and promote summer reading.

Carlsbad City Library
Encourage your students to join Carlsbad Reads Together with special programs and community reads for all ages throughout April.

Tween Game Time: at Dove Library Thursday, April 9, 3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
For tweens, ages 9-12 or grades 3rd-6th: Learn how to play “Ticket to Ride” the boardgame! Ready for some gaming and snacks? Bring your friends and make new friends, meet up with old ones, and enjoy each other's company in a fun, welcoming environment.

Dungeons & Dragons Club: at Dove Library 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.

Book Recommendations

Illustration for 'Parachute Kids' graphic novel, featuring three siblings with luggage.

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.

Parachute Kids by Betty C. Tang

Feng-Li can't wait to visit to America with her family! But then she learns she will be staying in California with her siblings. Follow Feng-Li and her siblings in the Graphic Novel about starting new things, managing a home, and learning to be family.

New Books Donated by AOMS Families - You can also shop our Amazon Wish List to support the library. Thank you to the families that donated books to the library this month. Here are some of the great new titles we received. Book donations are tax-deductible through the AOMS PTSA. Reach out to Mrs. Otten for a letter.

All The Blues in the Sky by Renee Watson

The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest by Aubrey Hartman

Contact the Library
Mrs. Otten - kristina.otten@carlsbadusd.net
760-661-6188
AOMS Library Website
AOMS Library Policies

Quick Links

CYRM Sign Ups - must be in CUSD account
Search books on Destiny
Access Sora
Book Donations - We accept donations of gently used books or you can visit our Amazon Wish List.