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Our librarians make every effort to keep our branch library filled with the books you want to read. Click on NEW ADULT TITLES April-June to see the list of new Adult books, and NEW YOUTH TITLES April-June to see the newest Youth books that have been added to the San Carlos Branch Library collection.
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San Diego Public Library encourages library users to get out and explore the great outdoors and other iconic sites. Because everyone deserves to enjoy our sites, the library is proud to offer SDPL card holders access to a variety of programs, resources and materials.
Explore San Diego & California
CA State Library Park Pass
Discover & Go
Nature Backpack
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The San Diego Public Library Virtual Hub is a Facebook group where Library Staff and partnering organizations offer daily virtual programs for all ages including: read alouds, crafts & DIY, book-talks, and more! Access to our library buildings is very limited, but the fun never stops in our virtual club. Join and get access to our growing collection of videos and resources. SDPL Virtual Hub
SDPL's Virtual Hub has won The Best of San Diego 2020 in San Diego Magazine.
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Need to learn about that new literary genre? Or build a book display? Teach with books? NoveList Plus includes resources and inspiration at your fingertips. NoveList Plus is a database of book recommendations for all ages. It offers recommendations for titles, authors, and series, as well as audiobooks. Find it on the eLibrary page under Books & Literature. Continue Reading >
Access National Geographic Kids for free with your San Diego Public Library card. Nat Geo Kids includes the complete run of the magazine from 2009 to the present, as well as books, videos, and images. High-quality informational texts are available for primary, upper elementary, and middle school English language arts, social studies, and science classrooms. Find it on the Library's eLibrary page, under the "Kids and Teens Homework Help" section. LEARN MORE Continue Reading >