For Teens
Teens Have Their Own Space at the Library
The teenage years can be tricky to navigate. You’re not quite a child, not yet an adult. Where do you fit? Right here at the library! We have special programming, maker and DIY resources, homework help and more, just for you!
Library Services for Teens
Maker and Do It Yourself (DIY) Resources
Let your imagination run wild at the library! Learn more about 3D printers at all locations, Central Library’s Makerspace, Ettrick-Matoaca’s Makerspace and Multimedia Studio and the other maker and DIY tools at the library to help you make your ideas a reality.
Homework Help
Our librarians are here for you! Learn more about the homework help available from the library.
Volunteer Opportunities
Earn volunteer hours, meet new people and learn about the library profession by becoming a volunteer at the library.
Stream and Download
Access teen-specific content in our Stream and Download services:
- Always Available Classics - Don’t spend money on the required books for school. Libby by Overdrive provides access to the classics for free, without holds.
- Libby for Teens - Libby by Overdrive has large selection of popular audiobooks and e-books for teens, across a variety of genres, including graphic novels.
- Hoopla - enjoy graphic novels, comics, movies, TV shows, and music everywhere you have a screen. All you need is your library card. Visit Hoopla.
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Brainfuse HelpNow
Brainfuse HelpNow provides on-demand e-learning anytime, anywhere for all ages and levels. Features include homework help with live tutors, a 24-hour writing lab, an adult learning center, foreign language lab and Spanish-speaking support. Visit Brainfuse HelpNow -
Create Powered by Pressbooks
Pressbooks Public is a digital self-publishing tool that allows authors to create professional quality print-ready and e-book files. Visit Create -
DigitalLearn.org
DigitalLearn.org has short video tutorials on a range of computer topics including computer basics, connecting with others online, Internet safety, job search skills, and more. Available in English and Spanish. Visit DigitalLearn.org -
Discover Powered by BiblioBoard
Indie Virginia features a collection of self-published e-books from Virginia authors that are free to download. Visit Discover -
Driving-Tests.org
Driving-Tests.org practice tests cover every section of driver manuals and the exam simulator is designed to feel just like the official exam. State-specific tests help users improve chances of passing DMV exams. Includes car, CDL and motorcycle tests. Visit Driving-Tests.org -
Explora Public Libraries
Explora Public Libraries provides a portal to explore thousands of articles, e-books and multimedia. Sources include encyclopedias, journals, magazines, newspapers, books, e-books, primary source documents and Associated Press videos. Visit Explora Public Libraries -
Explora Secondary Schools
EBSCO Explora’s easy interface provides one portal for middle and high school students to explore thousands of articles, e-books and multimedia from encyclopedias, journals, magazines, newspapers, books, e-books, primary source documents and videos. Visit Explora Secondary Schools -
Khan Academy
Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. The lessons cover K-12 math and high school to early college grammar, science, history, economics, computing, test prep and more. Visit Khan Academy -
Learnfree.org
Learnfree (formerly GCFLearnFree.org) will help you learn essential skills to live and work in the 21st century. More than 1,000 lessons in technology, math, reading and more. Courses are available in English, Spanish, and more languages. Visit Learnfree.org -
LearningExpress Library
LearningExpress Library provides interactive tutorials, practice tests, e-books, flashcards and articles for academic skill-building, standardized test preparation and career development. Visit LearningExpress Library -
MasterFILE
MasterFILE provides full text for general reference publications as far back as 1922. Covering most subject areas, it includes primary source documents and an Image Collection photos, maps and flags. Enter library card number if a patron ID is requested. Visit MasterFILE -
NASA Resources
NASA provides a wealth of resources, lessons, videos, infographics, articles, experiments, digital tools and more to help students and educators better understand science. Explore a universe of learning at your fingertips. Visit NASA Resources -
NoveList K-8 Plus
NoveList K-8 Plus provides read-alike recommendations for younger readers. It helps kids find books that are just right for their reading level and interests. Find tools to teach with books and to engage young readers. Visit NoveList K-8 Plus -
NoveList Plus
NoveList Plus helps readers find the right book. It features recommendations, reviews, award listings, series information, book discussion guides, and more. Visit NoveList Plus -
PBS Learning Media
PBS LearningMedia is a library of more than 30,000 resources designed to supplement classroom instruction, aligned to state and national curriculum standards, and created in close collaboration with educators. Visit PBS LearningMedia -
Read It!
Read It! is designed for students and adults who need adapted reading material. Explore science, history, culture, civics, literature, and life skills, and enjoy worksheets, quizzes, and guides. Enter your library card number if patron ID is requested. Visit Read It! -
Share Powered by LVA Indie Author Project
Biblioboard’s Indie Author Project allows local, indie authors to make their e-books available through the library. Visit Share -
Transparent Language
Transparent Language is an interactive online language learning experience with a growing collection of 120 languages for English Speakers and ESL/ELL materials for speakers of 34 different languages. Visit Transparent Language -
Universal Class
Universal Class is the place to continue your education online and to fulfill your lifelong learning goals. Courses are not just tutorials; they are real classes that include lessons, exams, assignments, discussion boards and actual assessments. Visit Universal Class -
Help for Teens Services
Need help with a resource found in our Teens list? Find tutorials here. Get Help -
Always Available Classics
Libby offers more than 2,000 e-books and audiobooks with no holds and no wait lists! These “Always Available Classics” include favorite tales for all ages that you can read anytime, anywhere, on any device. Visit Always Available Classics
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Upcoming Events for Teens
Here are all the upcoming events on our calendar for teens in middle and high school.
