Teens
Epic Tales of Heroic Odysseys for Teens
Here are our top picks of Greek retellings for teens in anticipation of The Odyssey movie.
Teen Books
Hang Out, Mess Around, Geek Out
Teen Events
A Group Exhibition by Central States Ser’s Mentoring Program, part of a series
Jul 10th | 9:00am - 5:00pm
Central States Ser’s Teen Mentoring 2026 program will be hard at work this summer creating artwork that speaks to their identities.
In the Loop: Teen Music Workshop with DJ DaiGroovie
Jul 10th | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Get started at this workshop where DJ DaiGroovie will teach you the basics of music production and beat-making in FruityLoops studios.
Teen Resumes & Job Searching 101, part of a series
Do you need help finding a job to apply for? Get free guidance and copies of their resume to take home and be entered into a prize drawing.
Confidence Camp: Modeling and Media, part of a series
In this workshop develop confidence, creative expression, and media literacy through photography, video creation, and modeling fundamentals.
A Group Exhibition by Central States Ser’s Mentoring Program, part of a series
Jul 10th | 9:00am - 5:00pm
Central States Ser’s Teen Mentoring 2026 program will be hard at work this summer creating artwork that speaks to their identities.
In the Loop: Teen Music Workshop with DJ DaiGroovie
Jul 10th | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Get started at this workshop where DJ DaiGroovie will teach you the basics of music production and beat-making in FruityLoops studios.
Teen Resumes & Job Searching 101, part of a series
Do you need help finding a job to apply for? Get free guidance and copies of their resume to take home and be entered into a prize drawing.
Confidence Camp: Modeling and Media, part of a series
In this workshop develop confidence, creative expression, and media literacy through photography, video creation, and modeling fundamentals.
YOUmedia Events
Homework Help
CultureGrams World Edition
Explore our world with information on over 200 countries and territories.
Brainfuse: Homework Help and More
Get free one-on-one homework help and resume-writing assistance. Live tutors now available 24/7.
Online Resources for Teens
Research events and concepts, find an online tutor, learn a new language and more with CPL's online resources for teens.
Resources for Teens
College and Career
So You Finished High School... What's Next?
There are many paths to choose from when you graduate high school. Whatever your journey, these free college and career resources can help.
Teens, Apply for a Paid Summer Internship at CPL
Apply for paid summer internships at Chicago Public Library. Teens 16–19 can build skills, lead programs and support their community.
​ The Junior Year Prep for College
Considering a college/university path after high school? Don't wait until senior year to start! Here are some ways to begin your research.
Cool For College: Top Picks for Teens
Cordiah is all about college readiness! Check out her top picks for teens.
So You Finished High School... What's Next?
There are many paths to choose from when you graduate high school. Whatever your journey, these free college and career resources can help.
Teens, Apply for a Paid Summer Internship at CPL
Apply for paid summer internships at Chicago Public Library. Teens 16–19 can build skills, lead programs and support their community.
​ The Junior Year Prep for College
Considering a college/university path after high school? Don't wait until senior year to start! Here are some ways to begin your research.
Cool For College: Top Picks for Teens
Cordiah is all about college readiness! Check out her top picks for teens.
Teen Voices
Teen Voices: Piper H., Artist
Check out the art Piper created in an art exhibit for the Independence Branch.
Teen Voices: David A., Videographer from Back of the Yards
David, a regular at Back of the Yards YOUmedia, talks about recently winning a video contest and his time at the branch.
Teen Voices: Tenzin, Freddy: Minorities in Medicine Founders
The Jones College Prep students run a monthly event at HWLC YOUmedia to connect teens with medical professionals.
Teen Voices: Eric, Web Designer
Eric creates 3D videos and animation at the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Branch YOUmedia.
Teen Voices: Piper H., Artist
Check out the art Piper created in an art exhibit for the Independence Branch.
Teen Voices: David A., Videographer from Back of the Yards
David, a regular at Back of the Yards YOUmedia, talks about recently winning a video contest and his time at the branch.
Teen Voices: Tenzin, Freddy: Minorities in Medicine Founders
The Jones College Prep students run a monthly event at HWLC YOUmedia to connect teens with medical professionals.
Teen Voices: Eric, Web Designer
Eric creates 3D videos and animation at the Whitney M. Young, Jr. Branch YOUmedia.
