Teen Programs

Welcome to Teen’scape

The library features an area that is designed to meet the needs of older youth and teens. This dedicated space is called Teen’scape and it offers a retreat-like environment that includes individual listening stations, comfortable chairs and furnishings, and reading and audio selections specific to teen interests.

In addition to a dedicated space at the library, we offer all types of programs and activities such as teen author presentations, mystery plays, movie series, and special demonstrations.

Young Adult Writers' Alliance

If you like to write and want feedback on your writing skills, consider joining the Young Adult Writers' Alliance (YAWA).We meet every Tuesday, 4:30-6:30 p.m. in the meeting room at the library. The group is open to ages 13 to 18. We offer a relaxed environment for peer review and discussion of original works. New writers always welcome. For more information, contact: Becky Pabst

Volunteer With Us

We’ve already filled all of our teen volunteer positions for this summer; however, remember that we use volunteers year round. Volunteer opportunities include:  Teen Volunteer Library Aides, Homework Zone Mentors, and Summer Program Aides. Teens also can serve on the Teen Advisory Board to help plan teen programs throughout the year. Read More…

Homework Help

The Homework Zone is available during the school year to provides one to one tutoring by qualified high school students for Allen area students in grades 5 - 9. Our online tutoring service is available year-round, 7 days a week for students in grades 4 - 12 (including College Introductory) This service provides students help with math, science, language arts and social studies. Read More…

Good Reads

From the 2008-2009 Lone Star List (for Junior High level students)

The Wednesday Wars , Gary D. Schmidt
In a year filled with cream puff disasters, being forced to study Shakespeare, wearing yellow tights and the Vietnam War, Holling also meets the New York Yankees, makes the cross country track team and learns to stand up to his father.

More Good Reads from the Lone Star List

 

From the 2008-2009 Tayshas List (for High School level students)

Being, Kevin Brooks

Sixteen-year-old Robert Smith thinks he has grown up just like every other teenager in Essex, England. Sure, he can't remember much of his childhood. All he has are his dreams, and those bad dreams feel real enough.

More Good Reads from Tayshas List

Find more Good Reads from these online sources:

Reading Rants
YALSA
Internet Public Library for Teens
Book Hive