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Teen Volunteers
Earn service hours by helping library staff. Requirements vary. Spaces are limited.
Subscription Bundles for Teens
Find your next great read with the help of our experts!
Tutor.com for Teens
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Valentine's Day Romance (Digital Collection)
From sweet love stories to funny comedies, you'll find the perfect film to enjoy with someone special.
YALSA Teens' Top Ten Books of 2025
Readers ages twelve to eighteen voted online to choose their top ten books of 2025!
Literacy for Kids (Digital Collection)
These books offer simple language & engaging stories, perfect for kids learning to read (including reluctant readers & struggling learners).
Valentine's Day Romance (Digital Collection)
From sweet love stories to funny comedies, you'll find the perfect film to enjoy with someone special.
YALSA Teens' Top Ten Books of 2025
Readers ages twelve to eighteen voted online to choose their top ten books of 2025!
Literacy for Kids (Digital Collection)
These books offer simple language & engaging stories, perfect for kids learning to read (including reluctant readers & struggling learners).
Teen Kits
Teen Kits
Topics include: homework tools, yoga & mindfulness, driving practice, influencer. Return to: Welcome Desk.
The Mailbox Plus
Teachers, get 54,000+ ideas and worksheets that teach essential skills and take the stress out of lesson planning. For grades PreK-6.
Temperance and Prohibition Movement, 1830-1933
Discover the records and publications of one of the most influential forces for social reform during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Virtual Career Coaching with Tutor.com
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Tutor.com for Teens
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
The Mailbox Plus
Teachers, get 54,000+ ideas and worksheets that teach essential skills and take the stress out of lesson planning. For grades PreK-6.
Temperance and Prohibition Movement, 1830-1933
Discover the records and publications of one of the most influential forces for social reform during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Virtual Career Coaching with Tutor.com
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
Tutor.com for Teens
Students and job seekers, connect online with tutors and career coaches for homework help, test prep, writing assistance, and more.
COSI Science Festival: Biomedical Engineering
Apr 29th | 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Students and grown-ups, get an interactive look at the future of biomedical engineering! Explore how engineering and healthcare come…
Otterbein Cardinal Singers
Feb 16th | 3:15pm - 3:45pm
Listen to the treble voice ensemble of Otterbein University (includes students, faculty & community members). Performance begins at 3:20pm.
Decorate Your Grad Cap (Ages 12-18)
May 19th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Bring your graduation cap and your creativity. Use paint pens, stickers, and other decorating tools to graduate in style.
Visit with Farm Animals
May 23rd | 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hanby Park
See, touch and learn about a variety of farm animals for a live barnyard experience. Animal visitors will include sheep, goats, ducks,…
Pixel Art with Perler Beads
Apr 14th | 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Create one-of-a-kind art pieces inspired by your favorite video games with Perler Beads. All materials provided.
DIY Beauty Bags
Apr 6th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Decorate your own makeup bag, claw clip, or hairbrush to take home. All supplies provided.
Meet a Rocket Engineer
Mar 14th | 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about space travel from a real rocket engineer, Iddrisu Seidu, founder and director of Makerspace Central.
Escape Room: Five Nights at Freddy's
Mar 10th | 4:00pm - 5:00pm
You are one of the newest employees at Freddy Fazbear's Pizza. Can you earn your check and escape?
STEAM: Biomedical Engineering (Ages 12+)
Mar 2nd | 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Get an interactive look at biomedical engineering by treating a pretend cardiac patient.
Anime Club
Various dates | 6:30-7:30pm
Love anime? Meet fellow fans to discuss your favorite series.
Chick Hatching: Watch Live at the Library
Mar 13th - Mar 31st | All day
Watch live as eggs hatch into fuzzy chicks! On display through March 31. Approximate hatch date is March 25. ,
Chess Club (Ages 8-18), part of a series
Improve your memory, strengthen your concentration, practice logical thinking skills, challenge your friends...and have fun! Board provided.
Kids Knitting: I-Cord and Garter Stitch Bugs (Online Class)
Learn how to make bite-sized, joy-filled projects using just a few simple stitches.
Make Prize-Filled Party Crackers (Online Class)
Learn how to make a traditional paper cracker, a quick tissue-paper one for last-minute party favors, and a reusable fabric version.
Paper House Lanterns (Online Class)
Using just paper, a tiny light, and a special place to set a cut flower or leaf, she created a charming dream house.
As Mentioned at My School...
Book Talks
Find your next read with these recent classroom recommendations from your favorite librarians!
Award Winners
Award Winners
Browse award winners for every age.
Based on Lexile Measures...
Lexile Recommendations by Grade
Find your next read with these recommendations based on the Lexile scale from your favorite librarians!
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
Kristen C.
When she’s not working with kids here at the library, you might find her on the bike trail or baking up a sweet treat.
Ashleigh M.
Ashleigh loves to see people grow and become their best selves here at the library.
Annamarie C
Annamarie loves all things Disney! When she's not planning her next storytime, she's likely traveling or volunteering at the Columbus Zoo.
Katie R.
Katie knows all of the tricks to start your baby on the path to lifelong reading.
