PROGRAMS @ YOUR LIBRARY
Click here for SUMMER READING FLYER!
SUMMER SCIENCE LEAGUE - MONDAYS, beginning JULY 3rd at 3:00 PM
Grades 6 - 12; registration required. Join us for weekly meetings that will culminate in a science fair to show off your work! We will help with ideas and resources for your project. You may work in groups or alone.
FAMILY GAME DAY - FRIDAY, JULY 7TH at 3:00 PM
FAMILY GAME DAY - FRIDAY, JULY 7TH at 3:00 PMAll ages welcome! Come and play one of our board games or bring a favorite from home to share! We encourage adults to participate as well so feel free to bring along grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc. to play as well!
CHESS CLUB - TUESDAYS, beginning JULY 11th at 12:30 PM
CHESS CLUB - TUESDAYS, beginning JULY 11th at 12:30 PMAges 6 and up. Absolute beginners to advanced players welcome! We'll be matching up players for some friendly chess competition! If you have a board at home, please bring it with you so we can be sure to have enough boards to play.
ANIME CLUB - WEDNESDAY, JULY 12th at 2:00 PM
ANIME CLUB - WEDNESDAY, JULY 12th at 2:00 PMAges 10 and up. Come and join us for a screening of Case Closed! PLEASE NOTE: This series contains some animated violence.
LIFE SIZE BOARD GAMES - FRIDAY, JULY 14th at 3:00 PM
LIFE SIZE BOARD GAMES - FRIDAY, JULY 14th at 3:00 PMAges 9 and up. Come join us as we play some of your favorite games - just life size versions! Memory, Jenga, Sorry, and more!
G.R.E.A.T BOOK CLUB - SATURDAYS beginning JULY 15th at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
G.R.E.A.T BOOK CLUB - SATURDAYS beginning JULY 15th at 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM For girls entering 4th - 6th grades; space is limited, registration required. Join our new G.R.E.A.T BOOK CLUB - Girls Reading, Educating, & Achieving Together! We'll be reading and discussing Hidden Figures: The Untold True Story of Four African American Women Who Helped Launch Our Nation Into Space (Young Readers' Edition). You supply the curiosity, we supply the books!
SUPER SMASH BROS TOURNAMENT - SATURDAY, JULY 22nd from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM
SUPER SMASH BROS TOURNAMENT - SATURDAY, JULY 22nd from 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMFor children & young people of all ages. Think you are the best at Super Smash Brothers? Come prove your skills at the first ever Super Smash Tournament at the South Plainfield Public Library!
TWEEN GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB - WEDNESDAY, JULY 26th at 3:30 PM
TWEEN GRAPHIC NOVEL BOOK CLUB - WEDNESDAY, JULY 26th at 3:30 PMAges 10 and up. We'll be talking about Brave by Svetlana Chmakova. You can pick up a copy of at the Adult reference desk!
STYROFOAM CHALLENGE - FRIDAY, JULY 28th at 3:00 PM
STYROFOAM CHALLENGE - FRIDAY, JULY 28th at 3:00 PMAges 9 and up. Tweens and teens are invited to show off their building skills! We'll have all of the supplies on hand - all you need to bring is the creativity!
MONDAY NIGHT MOVIES
Usually (but not always!) showing on Mondays at 6:30 PM. Some shows have an earlier starting time. Check the front page of the library's website for titles, times, & other info. Popcorn is provided! Presented free; pre-registration is NOT required. Click here to see the schedule of upcoming movies.
BOOKS
PLEASE NOTE: ZINIO e-magazines and OneClick Digital audiobooks have been discontinued.
Click here to download the free Teen Book Finder app for Android & iOS!
South Plainfield Public Library Collection: New Young Adult Novels
South Plainfield Public Library Collection: All Young Adult Novels UPDATED LINK!
South Plainfield Public Library Collection: All Graphic Novels
Audiobook and eBook Downloads: Teen Fiction (eLibrary NJ) UPDATED LINK!
Audiobook and eBook Downloads: Teen Non-Fiction (eLibrary NJ) UPDATED LINK!
100 Best-Ever Teen Novels & Young Adult Book Reviews & Excerpts (NPR)
Books for Teens by Topic (Hennepin County Library, MN)
Get Graphic: Graphic Novels A - Z
Great Books for Teens by Theme (AdLit.org)
The Hub: Your Connection to Teen Reads & Teens Top Ten (American Library Association)
LitPick Book Reviews by Students (age 12 and up)
NextReads Book Newsletters (includes Teen Scene & Tween Reads newsletters)
No Flying No Tights: Graphic Novel reviews
Reading Rants: Out of the Ordinary Teen Booklists
Read Kiddo Read (age 10 and up)
Rich in Color: Diversity in YA Books and We Need Diverse Books: Resources
Teen and Young Adult Literature (New York Public Library)
Teen Book Series & Sequels (Bettendorf Public Library, IA)
Teen Book Suggestions (formerly Teen Scene; Pasadena Public Library, CA)
TeenReads (The Book Report Network)
Websites for Graphic Novels, Comics, Cartoons, & Illustration (Cincinnati Public Library)
YA Books Central Teen Book Reviews NEW!
Young Adult Reading Lists by Topic (Ocean County Library, NJ)
Young Adults' Reading Choices (International Reading Association)
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«««« SCHOOL »»»»
SCHOOL
Databases & Premium Resources «Library card required»
AP Central (Advanced Placement exams)
Know How 2 Go: The 4 Steps to College
College Admissions Info for Families UPDATED LINK! [Link opens a PDF]
Free Online College-Level Courses:
edX,
Open Education Consortium,
Open Yale Courses, and
Saylor Foundation
«««« JOBS/CAREERS »»»»
CRISIS
Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255)
Runaway Switchboard: 1-800-RUNAWAY (1-800-786-2929), Text 66008
Child Abuse Hotline - Help for Kids: 1-800-4-A-CHILD (1-800-422-4453)
Teen Dating Abuse Helpline (live Chat, text 'loveis' to 22522, or phone 1-866-331-9474) & Getting Out of an Unhealthy Relationship
911 for Women: Crisis Resources (Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment) & No More: Resources to End Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault
How to Help a Friend & Save a Friend: Tips to Prevent Suicide
Teen Central: Teen Help for Teen Problems
«««« HEALTH »»»»
ACTIVISM
Generation On: We Can Change the World
iMatter Youth Movement to End the Climate Crisis
Taking It Global Action Tools NEW!
Voices of Youth Tools & Resources & Debates
National & Community Service & Peace Corps
Learn About Current Events & Issues
Find Volunteer Opportunities:
All for Good
Volunteer Match
Volunteer.gov
Volunteer New Jersey
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CREATIVITY
...ART......MUSIC......MEDIA......THEATER......WRITING......MORE...
ART STUDIO
Tate: Young People UPDATED LINK!
Art 21: Twenty-First Century Art & Artists
Alliance for Young Artists & Writers: Art & Writing Awards
River of Words Environmental Art and Poetry Contest
The Claremont Review: Submissions
New Moon Girls: Submit Your Work UPDATED LINK!
MUSIC STUDIO
BBC Music Maker Advice UPDATED LINK! [Archived page]
Gaiada Virtual Audio Loop Machine for DJs, Performers and Musicians
Piano/Keyboard Lessons Online NEW!
MEDIA STUDIO
Art of Storytelling NEW!
Cinemagic International Film and Television Festival for Young People
Multimedia Tutorials (audio, video, photography, web, flash, and more)
My Pop Studio for 'Tweens (music, tv, magazines, digital)
Open Broadcaster Software for video recording and live streaming NEW!
Youth Radio Audio/Podcast Resources NEW!
THEATER
Actorama.com Monologues & Scenes
Arts Alive: Costume Design (National Arts Centre of Canada)
National Theatre: Backstage Videos (Royal National Theatre, UK)
Working in Theatre: American Theatre Wing (AWT), AWT Playlists on YouTube, AWT How It Works videos, & AWT Downstage Center audio podcast archive on Podbay
WRITING
Write It! Poetry, Essays, Fiction, & more
The Writers' Block Blog: Writing Tips, Technique, & Craft
BookTrust Writing Tips for Teens
Writing Prompts from The Writer Magazine
NoNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) for Young Writers
Cicada: The Slam - Submissions UPDATED LINK!
New Moon Girls UPDATED LINK!
Polyphony H.S. Literary Magazine
New Pages: Young Authors Publishing Guide UPDATED LINK!
Alliance for Young Artists & Writers: Art & Writing Awards
River of Words Environmental Art and Poetry Contest UPDATED LINK!
MORE
Copyright Law and Fair Use for Creative & Digital Artists & Filmmakers: Online Comic Book UPDATED LINK!
Intellectual Property Law: Why Should I Care? UPDATED LINK!, Learn about Copyright, & Copyright FAQ NEW!
«««« TECH »»»»
«««« NEWS »»»»
DRIVING
I Just Got My License - Now What?
Parent-Teen Driving Contract UPDATED LINK!
Teen Driving Contract [Link opens a PDF]
FITNESS
Active Lifestyle: Presidential Active Lifestyle Award (PALA+) UPDATED LINK!
Food, Fitness, Exercise & Sports & Why Exercise is Wise
Mental Skills Training for Athletes
Sports Nutrition: Tips, Tools, and FAQ, Eating for Sports, & Performance Nutrition
The Truth About Steroids [Link opens a PDF]
Useful Websites: More Fitness links
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«««« HEALTH »»»»
HEALTH
«««« Click here for CRISIS CENTER »»»»
TeensHealth & TeensHealth Safety
Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
Choose My Plate: Nutrition for Teens NEW!
Stress Management for Teens
Self-Help Brochures on Mental Health topics
Free Mental Health Books for Teens & Young Adults
Skin, Hair & Nail Care
Piercings and Tattooing
Skin Diseases & Treatments
Body Image & Self-Esteem
10 Steps to Positive Body Image NEW!
Eating Disorders
Love is Respect: Healthy Relationships
That's Not Cool (What Is or Is Not Okay in your Relationship) & Cool/Not Cool Quiz
Talking to Your Parents (Or Other Adults)
Coping With Your Parents' Divorce
Teens Against Bullying
StopBullying.gov
Teen Crime Prevention Resources
Youth Against Hate
Stay Teen: Prevent Teen Pregnancy
SmokeFree Teen & SmokeFree TXT
Just Think Twice Drug Info
The Cool Spot (Alcohol & Peer Pressure)
Health Transition Resources for Teens with Special Health Care Needs, Chronic Illness, Physical or Developmental Disabilities
More Disabilities Links
Military Teens Connect & Military Youth on the Move
USEFUL WEBSITES: Health & Fitness
HOMEWORK LINKS: Health
«««« CRISIS CENTER »»»»
«««« FITNESS CENTER »»»»
JOBS/CAREERS
«««« PROTECT YOURSELF, YOUR IDENTITY & YOUR PRIVACY WHILE JOB-HUNTING »»»»
Candid Career Profiles (Rutgers) VIDEO
My Next Move: What Do You Want to Do for a Living?
Protect Yourself, Your Identity & Your Privacy while Job-Hunting
Teens 4 Hire: Top 10 Job Tips
Teens 4 Hire: Top 10 Qualities Employers Want Most
Teens 4 Hire: Best Things for Teens to Do if You Can't Land a Job
U.S. Government Jobs & Internships for Students & Recent Graduates
Young Entrepreneurs (U.S. Small Business Administration)
Young Workers: You Have Rights! (OSHA Worker Safety)
Young Worker Safety & Health (CDC)
More Resources for Young Workers (U.S. Department of Labor)
Your Paycheck NEW!
Guide to the Business of Babysitting
Babysitter Resources
Babysitting: One Important Job!
JOB SCAMS: Modeling & Talent Scout Scams
Mystery Shopper Scams
Other Job Scams
Business Opportunity Scams
NEWS
Citizen Journalism: Principles & How-To's
Multimedia Tutorials (audio, video, photography, web, flash, and more)
Write It! Online Journalism Tutorial
PBS NewsHour Extra & Student Voice
Homework Links: Current Events, Issues & Controversies
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«««« TECH »»»»
«««« MEDIA STUDIO »»»»
«««« ACTIVISM »»»»
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OUTDOORS
South Plainfield Recreation Department
Other local parks & recreational facilities
Summer Safety Center for Teens
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SHOPPING
Money Talks: Guides & Multimedia on Money Management for Teens UPDATED!
Reality Check: Calculate the Cost of Your Dream Life
Hit the Road: A Financial Adventure Game. NEW!
Conscious Consumer Shopping Guide
Clean Clothes Campaign: Where Can I Buy 'Clean' Clothes?
More Green Living, Green Shopping, and Recycling links
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TECH
«««« CYBER SAFETY: Living Life Online, NSTeens, OnGuard Online, and Cyber Security Tips »»»»
«««« CYBER PRIVACY: Why Privacy?, Data Privacy for Teens, Smartphone Privacy, and Online Reputation Management Tips for Students »»»»
Alice: Learn Computer Programming in a 3D Environment
Blender: Open Source 3D Content Creation Software
Codecademy (Learn to code HTML/CSS, Ruby, Python & more) [Registration / login required]
Free Code Camp (Learn to code HTML, CSS, Javascript & more)
PicMonkey: Free Online Photo Editor
Python Software & Invent Computer Games with Python (free eBook)
Scratch: Create and Share Interactive Stories, Games, Music & Art
Sketchup Make Free 3D Drawing Tool [SketchUp Make is free for K-12 students and educators]
SourceForge: Download, Develop, and Publish Free Open Source Software
Exploring Computer Science: Student Resources NEW!
Intensive Introduction to Computer Science (Harvard Opening Learning Course)
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FOR GIRLS
Las Latinitas for Girls & Las Latinitas for Teens
iTwixie and Discovery Girls (social sites for 'tween girls)
Spark Movement for Antiracist Gender Justice UPDATED!
Body Image & Self-Esteem
10 Steps to Positive Body Image
Eating Disorders
Young Women's Health and Girl's Health
Made with Code: Fun Projects & Inspiration for Girls
Tumbln' with Kiki Magazine (Jewelry, Fashion & Craft projects)
