Online Resources for Teens
Freegal Music+
Download and stream music twenty-four hours every day from popular music labels such as Sony Music.
More Popular Resources
Learning Express Library
Washington Post Digital
History Reference Center
New York Times Digital
Homework Help & Research
Brainfuse HelpNow
Connect to live online tutors for homework help, writing lab, test prep and more.
ProQuest eLibrary
ProQuest eLibrary is a user-friendly general reference tool that provides content, context and pathways to beginning researchers.
Gale Literature Resource Center
Access biographies, literary criticism, and reviews on writers of all disciplines, from all time periods, from around the world with Gale Literature
Teen Talk: By and for DC Teens
Know Your Power Showcase and Ceremony Recap
YFS and DCPL Foundation intern, Selam Weimer, reports on the 2024 Know Your Power Showcase and Ceremony, where the 2024 winners of the contest were
An Anime Guide to Kanopy
Anime fans will find that Kanopy has a lot to offer. Grace lists some of her favorite finds on this free streaming service anyone with a library card
You Should Study Abroad: Advice for the Reluctant Teen Traveler
Selam, a senior at George Washington University, shares her experience studying abroad and gives advice on how to plan, save, and enjoy an experience
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Book Recommendations and Resources
Bullying Prevention Resources: Teens
Books and online resources for talking about bullying with youth ages 13 - 19.
Talking About Gun Violence
A list of books and resources for teens on the subject of ending gun violence
Great Books for Teens
Suggested reading lists curated by DC Public Library staff, one for each year from seventh through twelfth grade. More book suggestions and new titles
Books About Neurodiversity
Explore this curated reading list for all ages that explores the topic of neurodiversity—the natural variation in human brains. From beautifully
Work at the Library During the Summer
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DC Public Library is a host site for Mayor Marion S. Barry's Summer Youth Employment Program (MBSYEP). Every summer, youth work in the neighborhood libraries by helping customers, shelving books, and learning new skills to put on their applications and resumes. Youth applications become available in January.
Other Library Opportunities for Teens
Teen Council
The Teen Council is DC Public Library's paid leadership opportunity for teens. The Council is made up of twelve (12) members from across the District.
Know Your Power
Pepco, the DC Public Library Foundation and DC Public Library invite you to find your power and use it to creatively address a topic that is important
