Teens
Learn more about what the library has to offer teens and how you can participate below.
Recommended for Teens
Resources, Programs and Events
There's always something happening at your local library branch. Follow our recommendations below for popular teen programs and resources, or search the full event list.
Get help with homework using the library's free online tutoring service, research databases and test prep resources.
Explore this virtual maker space and exchange technology-based ideas, lesson plans and activities with other Maryland libraries and schools.
Baltimore County Public School students, learn how to access your student library account.
Watch videos about new books, video games, anime, sports, cooking and more!
Contests and Challenges
Learn more about the following contests for teens.
Participate in the library’s annual Summer Reading Challenge from June through August.
High School Battle of the Books is a reading challenge for grades 9 through 12 where, with school support, students read and discuss Maryland Black-Eyed Susan Award nominated books, then select one book to create a work of expressive art based on their personal interpretation or reflection of the book. Competition details will be available during the fall of each year.
Service Learning Hours
The library has opportunities to get involved, meet new people, and help youth and families while earning service learning hours.
- Become part of the Teen Advisory Board (TAB) at your local branch. Applications for the school year TAB will be available on or around September 1. Applications for the summer TAB will be available on or around April 1.
- Contact any branch and inquire about other opportunities to earn service learning hours.
Teachers
- Check out the Teacher's page for classroom and curriculum support.
- Schedule a mobile library visit for your daycare or school.
Learn More
For more information or questions, email yfe@bcpl.net.