Your library has the best (and newest) young adult books and an extensive collection of comics, graphic novels and manga. If you don't see what you need on the shelf, just ask! Another library probably has it and we can send it to your preferred location!
Plus, your free library card gives you instant access to FREE streaming movies, TV shows, music, e-books, comics and more with apps like Libby, Hoopla and Kanopy. Read, listen and watch on your phone or other smart device!
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Want recommendations and resources for children (birth to age 10)? Check out our Kids page!
#Drop-In Activities & Programs
Ask the librarians at your location about Drop-In Dungeons & Dragons, Saturday Morning Cartooning, and other teen drop-in activities. If you're a gamer, be sure to check out the free resources and activities listed on our Play Games at the Library page.
We also have Teen Labs (for ages 12-17) for those curious about a career in Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math. Each week, you'll take a deep dive on a fun topic, talk about great books, and get hands-on with a craft or other activity.
Or join us at Teen Advisory Board, where you vote for, plan, and make things happen at your Library! Recently, TAB members solved murder mystery, competed in a dessert decorating competition and more! There's a new theme every two weeks - many of which are decided on by you!
If you need Bright Futures Scholarship hours, you can volunteer by helping out at TAB or other teen programs. If your library doesn't have a TAB, you can help out in other ways, too!
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#Study and Homework Help
Part Hangout Space, Part Study Space
Did you know some library locations have dedicated Teen Rooms and computers? Did you know that you can Reserve a Study Room ? Find your library branch under “Locations and Hours” to see what rooms are available to book.
Whether you're in the Library, at school or studying at home: You can connect to 100% FREE homework and research help, level up and learn new software and skills with LinkedIn Learning, and set yourself up for success in college (and in your future career)!
Prep for Tests, College or Careers
Whether you're planning to take the AP, SAT or ACT exams; get into college; or land a job, Gale Presents: Peterson’s Test and Career Prep can help you get there. This single resource provides in-depth career assessments, information on over 4,000 accredited colleges and universities, access to resume and cover letter-building tools, and much more! All you need is a library card! Note: If you're a DCPS student, just enter your S-number.
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Get Rewarded for Reading Your Favorite Books
Mayor Deegan’s River City Readers is a citywide literacy challenge for students of all ages that runs through 2024. Participants are asked to read 20 minutes a day and to log their reading in Beanstack, a reading challenge app. You'll be awarded digital badges for logging multiple days in a row and for completing other reading-related activities. At the end of the year, the city’s top readers will get prizes!
Click here to learn how to download and use Beanstack.
Get FREE Manga On Your Phone or Favorite Device
In addition to our massive graphic novel and manga collection at the Library, you have instant and free access to hundreds more, on your favorite device! Hoopla's constantly growing collection means both seasoned fans and those new to the format can always find something fresh and exciting to read. Find popular and award-winning series from Tokyopop and Disney or re-discover classics and "essentials" like Astroboy and Neon Genesis Evangelion!
Click here to explore the new Manga collection on hoopla!
Read & Make Zines at Your Library
A zine (pronounced ZEEN, as in “magazine”) is difficult to define—and that’s on purpose. Zines are made by people who feel strongly enough about something to write, draw, compile, print, and distribute their thoughts about it, and that’s the only requirement! They usually take the form of a small pamphlet, but they can be any size, any length, and about any topic.
Check out the Zine Collection at the Main Library.
