Just for Teens
Pick a topic:
| Collection | Computer Workstations | Homework Help |
| Internet Sites | Movie and Music Reviews | Teen Program Calendar |
| Terrific Titles | ||
Teen Program Calendar
| Date | Time | Program Name and Description |
|---|---|---|
| April 15 | 6:00–9pm | #Teen Movie Night Sponsored by the Library and Recreation Center of FP |
Programs require registration if denoted by ‘#’.
Register or cancel your registration by email Judy.Leane@florhamparklib.org, in person, or by phone. It is important that we have an accurate count of attendees since some speakers travel a distance and bring materials to distribute.
Collection
The teen or young adult section provides educational, informational, and recreational material to meet the needs of the library’s teen population. Need help with a question? Ask us in person, call us or email us at reference@florhamparklib.org and a response will be sent during normal business hours.
The collection includes the following materials:
- Popular nonfiction books - college directories, SAT and Advanced Placement exam study guides, and recent titles on health, careers, and current issues
- Fiction - check out new titles, popular titles, including graphic novels, and classics in hardcover and paperback format
- Board games and puzzles available for in-library use
- Wii, PS2 and XBOX video games
- Audio books - fiction and nonfiction titles available in unabridged CD format
- Magazines
Computer Workstations
There are two computers with one shared printer that were generously donated by the Friends of the Florham Park Library. Both computers have Microsoft Office, and access to the internet, MAIN catalog and databases. They are reserved daily from 2:30 pm to 7 pm for the young adults of Florham Park.
Homework Help
The Online Resources webpage contains several electronic sources which can be searched by simply selecting one and then entering your 13-digit library card number. Try Literary Reference Center for literature and Facts on File for history, geography, science and current events. Proquest, Ebsco and NewsBank contain current journal and newspaper articles that cover all subjects. Don’t forget to try Novelist Plus if you are looking for great fiction titles, and check out the new Learning Express to practice for the SATs and the ACT from home.
Back to TopInternet Sites
- U.S. Government Kids Portal - Websites for Grades 6-8 on topics such as Careers, Arts, Computers, Government, and Fun Stuff.
- American Memory Collection of the Library of Congress - Search by topic and find historical documents, photos, maps, and audios.
- Internet Public Library’s TeenSpace - Search for homework help by topic; find tips on how to research and write papers.
- Morris County Library homework help- Links to college and AP exam information, an interactive learning center, and facts on Morris County.
- Digital-librarian.com - Search over 90 subject areas which are updated frequently to keep current.
- Libraryspot.com - Information for students, educators, and librarians.
- Highschoolace.com - Includes subject guides, reference tools, news, and college information.
- Rutgers University Electronic Reference Sources - Provides over 60 subject areas including NJ information, popular culture, grants and scholarships, and current events.
- Stop Bullying Now- Information and tips on bullying.
Terrific Titles
- Young Adult Library Services Association - Provides lists of book award winners and nominees.
- Teen Reads - Contains reading lists and author interviews.
- Noflyingnotights.com - Gives up-to-date graphic novel reviews.
- Librarian’s Guide to Anime and Manga - Provides reviews, terminology, and recommendations.
- Teenspoint - Includes great book lists, reviews, and links to other reading recommendations.
Movie and Music Reviews
- Rolling Stone - Contains current articles, photos, news, movie, and music reviews.
- Rotten Tomatoes - Includes reviews of new games, movies, and DVDs.
- Metacritic - Find book, movie, TV, DVD, and game reviews.
