The Teen Room

TEEN ROOM FALL HOURS September-JUNE

MONDAY, WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY: 9:30 am – 5:30 pm

TUESDAY/THURSDAY : 1:00 – 9:00 pm

SATURDAY: 9:30 am – 1:00 pm

SUNDAY: 1:00-5:00 pm

Adults are welcome to browse teen collections
however, access TO THE ROOM AFTER SCHOOL HOURS IS RESTRICTED
FROM 2:00 pm – CLOSE & ON SCHOOL VACATIONS/HOLIDAYS
Thank you for your cooperation & consideration for our teen library patrons

A timeline of two millennia of world-shaping individuals and momentous events that define Black history

This is not about creating a separate history; it is about adding to the history we are already familiar with. A story which shows that, from the Romans onwards, Africa’s story has been intertwined with Europe’s, America’s and others around the world. It’s a story well worth knowing.

CLICK HERE FOR INTERACTIVE TIMELINE EXPERIENCE

Up Next for Teens

On-Demand Practice ACT (Anytime Online)

Sunday, January 1 – Tuesday, January 31 | ongoing

ACT: On-Demand Practice Test REGISTRATION INSTRUCTIONS HERE You’re about to take a timed 3 hours 25 minutes, practice ACT. As soon as you’re done, you’ll receive your scores. Fill out the information on the right, get comfortable, and click Start Test to get started. Don’t have time for a full…

SAT: On-Demand Practice Test

Sunday, January 1 – Tuesday, January 31 | 12:00 am

On-Demand Practice SAT REGISTRATION DETAILS HERE You’re about to take a timed 3 hour, practice SAT. As soon as you’re done, you’ll receive your scores. Fill out the information on the right, get comfortable, and click Start Test to get started. Don’t have time for a full length practice test…

Take Home Craft for Tweens & Teens

Sunday, January 1 – Tuesday, January 31 | ongoing

JANUARY: On the Move Essentials Bag Hand stitch & sew kits with video instruction link. Reservations required / Limited number of supply kits Please email BPLYOUTHDEPT@gmail.com or Call 914–337-7680 ext 834

College Night for Juniors: How to Get on Track for Early and Regular Decision

Monday, January 30 | 8:00 pm

REGISTER HERE FOR ZOOM Calling all high school juniors and their parents/guardians! Now’s the time when college planning and admissions testing go into high gear. Early and regulation application deadlines for your class are less than a year away. Whether you’ve been thinking about college since freshman year or haven’t…

Unlocking the AP Exams (online)

Tuesday, January 31 | 9:00 pm – 10:00 pm

Register Here As more colleges and universities move toward test optional admission, AP course grades and exam scores are becoming more important in the application process. Colleges and universities are exploring other areas of student ability as an indicator of their future success at their institutions. In this webinar, we’ll…

FEBRUARY IS BLACK HISTORY MONTH

Wednesday, February 1 – Tuesday, February 28 | ongoing

Black History Month is not about creating a separate history; it is about adding to the history we are already familiar with. A story which shows that, from the Romans onwards, Africa’s story has been intertwined with Europe’s, America’s and others around the world. It’s a story well worth knowing….

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For other eLibrary resources visit the WLS website

America the Beautiful

Includes articles on US cities, states and Presidents, and geared to elementary and middle school students.

Britannica Middle

Encyclopedia Britannica for middle school students. Helps students find fast answers and get homework help, explore videos and articles on famous people and places as well as discover maps, and photos for school projects.

Encyclopedia Americana

In-depth information for older students and adults.

La Nueva Enciclopedia Cumbre

A Spanish language encyclopedia written from a Latin American perspective.

Lands & Peoples

Includes articles on countries, cultures and current events, as well as an atlas and almanacs.

LearningExpress Library 3.0

Register as a new user to gain access to a completely new platform that offers all of the same great content found in version 2.0 with improved functionality; easier-to-use navigation; new interactive tutorials with integrated assessments; individualized prescriptive learning study plans; detailed guidance; tests with multiple modes for study; and score reports with recommendations for additional study. Your login from version 2.0 will not work on this platform.