Teens & Young Adults

Teens and young adults can discover recommended books lists on a wide variety of interests or by grade level or learn about programs, activities and events designed just for them! Our online resources provide information to help navigate the high school years, including tools designed for research and school work. If you need help locating information, please contact a librarian for assistance.

Our Best Book Recommendations

Book Recommendation Lists

From Competition to Chemistry: YA Academic Rivals to Lovers

Check out these smart, swoon-worthy stories where competition sparks unexpected connection.

Reads Celebrating Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage

Discover stories that educate, inspire and honor the many histories and perspectives that shape AAPI heritage.

You Are Not Alone: Stories for Mental Health Awareness Month

These thoughtfully selected titles explore a range of mental health experiences through relatable characters and honest storytelling.

Earth Day and Beyond

Celebrate our home planet while also exploring the rest of the solar system with books set on planets, in space and on exciting new worlds.

Programs & Events

Books for Grades 7-10

Seventh Grade Favorites

These books are some of our favorite books for seventh-graders. They’re sure to be some of your favorites too!

Eighth Grade Favorites

From stories about families and friendships, to tales about shattered dreams and strange happenings, these books are real page-turners.

Ninth Grade Favorites

These are some of our favorite books for ninth-graders. They're sure to be some of your favorites too!

Tenth Grade Favorites

These are some of our favorite books for tenth-graders. They're sure to be some of your favorites too!

Whether you need help with research, writing a paper or just want to learn new things, we provide a wide variety of resources to meet your needs.

More to Explore

Beat the Summer Slide with Scholastic Teachables

When Summer at the Library programs end, continue learning at home with Scholastic Teachables!

Teens: Discover Books You’ll Actually Want to Read

Looking for a great read? We add hundreds of new YA titles every month and our librarians make it easy to find something you’ll love.

Your Library: The Ultimate Study Partner

We get it — tests are stressful, we can help! We offer a variety of resources you can use at the library or from the comfort of your home.

Free Online Tutoring Available 24/7!

Get on-demand tutoring, test prep & homework help 24/7, plus help from live tutors 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, with HelpNow by BrainFuse.

Peterson's Test & Career Prep

Search thousands of college and graduate schools, identify scholarships, take practice tests, create resumes, and explore careers.
Ferguson's Career Guidance Center by Infobase

Ferguson's Career Guidance Center

Achieve your career goals with Ferguson's! Plan education, learn workplace skills, access job profiles and more! Powered by Infobase.

Earn valuable customer service skills, learn how to interact with a variety of people and more!

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