See how the library serves kids in middle school and high school.
Middle school and high school students can come to the Teen Room to find books, play video games (Nintendo Switch and PlayStation5), enjoy board games, study, do creative activities, and hang out with friends.
The Teen Room is typically staffed 3-9 pm on school days and noon-6 pm on weekends.
Prepare for your visit to the library by reading our social narrative.
We have three dedicated study rooms for teens inside the Teen Room. Use your library card to reserve a room online, or see a library staff member.
Middle and high school students interested in volunteering should fill out our Teen Volunteer contact form to be added to our email list. You can also email the teen team, or come to an upcoming teen volunteer event.
During the School Year
We offer service opportunities throughout the school year. Some opportunities are only offered during school breaks or days off. Others are ongoing, like Teen Library Council, which meets once a month on Thursday afternoons. We look forward to working with you!
Court-Ordered Community Service
If you are a teen who needs community service hours to clear a ticket or fulfill a court-ordered requirement, please email the teen team. Include your name, the school you attend, the number of hours you need, and the date you need the hours to be completed. You must be 18 or younger and either live in Skokie or attend a Skokie school to qualify. We cannot guarantee that we will be able to help you meet your court-ordered requirement, but we will do our best.
Lists
What Is Mental Health?
In collaboration with the Douglas Center and MCC, here are titles to help start the conversation on and provide an introduction to mental health.
Celebrating Stories of Latin-American Teens
Read these recently published, heartfelt, and engaging young adult novels that put Latin-American heritage into the spotlight all year.
Indigenous Teen Reads
From "heart-achy" romance to trippy dystopian, this list celebrates Native voices all year long.
Honoring Native and Indigenous Voices: Books for Older Kids
Books by and about Native and Indigenous people and communities for kids ages 8 and up.
Native Voices to the Front
Young adult readers of Indigenous literature, rejoice! Whether you're a fan of thrillers, romance, horror, or realistic fiction, these recently published books will see you through.
eBooks & Streaming
Hoopla
A vast collection of eBooks, audiobooks, comics, movies, and music, all available for instant borrowing. TV and mobile apps available.
Kanopy
Thousands of streaming independent, world, classic, and documentary films, as well as content from PBS. TV and mobile apps are available.
Libby/OverDrive
Popular and best-selling eBooks, audiobooks, and magazines for all ages. An app is available.
Databases
Britannica Library
Articles, videos, biographies, atlases, and primary sources divided into three levels suitable for kids, teens, and adults.
Creativebug
Thousands of art and craft video tutorials taught by design experts. Includes lessons on visual and fiber arts, paper crafts, jewelry making, and more.
Driving-Tests.org
Free online practice tests based on Illinois Department of Motor Vehicles standards, including motorcycle exams and a sample commercial driver license (CDL) test.
Gale eBooks
Encyclopedias, articles, literary criticism, and specialized reference sources for students and researchers. Search the entire collection or a particular subject area.
Gale Literature
Hundreds of searchable literary reference books that include literary criticism, essays, and information on authors.
Community Resources
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
Financial planning for college.
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Metropolitan Family Services
Early learning, after-school and job readiness programs, counseling, mental health services, and legal assistance.
Niles Township Community Clothing Closet
Primarily for children attending school within Niles Township (Lincolnwood, Morton Grove, Niles, and Skokie), provides 2-3 gently used outfits and a set of new socks and underwear per child.
Skokie Park District
240 acres of parkland; programs in the arts, nature, sports, and fitness; specialized programs for tots through seniors, including summer day camps, full-day child care and preschool, and before- and after-school care for grades K-5.
