A Quiet Building

Omar walks into the library after work. The room is large and quiet. There are books on tall shelves. A woman sits at the front desk. Omar wants to borrow a book, but he does not have a library card.

Asking for Help

Omar says hello to the woman. He asks, “Can I get a card?” She gives him a short form. Omar writes his name and address. Then he shows his photo card. The woman checks the form and makes a green library card.

Choosing a Book

The woman shows Omar the easy-reading shelf. He looks at three books. One is about a family garden. It has short chapters and clear pictures. Omar reads the first page. He likes it, so he takes it to the desk.

Time to Read

The woman scans the book and gives it back. She tells Omar the return date. He saves the date on his phone. At home, Omar makes tea and opens the book. His new card is in his wallet, ready for his next visit.