Just For Teens
Explore, Learn, Succeed!
Borrow SAT preparation and study guides. Get first source quotes and historical photos at Digital Public Library of America. Looking for your next great read? Explore Novelist, or talk with our teen librarians. Access digital resources to get books, graphic novels, and more for your device.
We have games for the Play Station, Xbox, and Wii gaming systems. It is an exciting time for the Teen Department as we expand to virtual programming and crafts to take and make at home.
Celebrating Black Writers with the John Steptoe Award
Black History Month is not just about history, but a living celebration of continuing Black excellence. This excellence in writing for children and teens is celebrated with awards like the Coretta Scott King Award and the John Steptoe ... READ MORE
February Display Case: Safe Passage
Our Main Lobby Display Case for February has been set up by Safe Passage. It is the mission of Safe Passage to promote the right of all to nonviolent and abuse-free relationships through advocacy, intervention and prevention in DeKalb ... READ MORE
Printz Award-winning Teen Books
Earlier this week, the American Library Association awarded the the 2026 Michael L. Printz Award to the short story anthology Legendary Frybread Drive-in edited by Cynthia Leitich Smith . You may have heard of other book awards, but the Printz ... READ MORE
Help with College Planning at DKPL
While planning for college can be exciting, the process of applying and seeking financial aid can be overwhelming. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission will be joining us in February and March for three programs (2/3, 2/17 and 3/3) to ... READ MORE
FEATURED READS FOR JUST FOR TEENS
