For Kids and Teens

Connect with Your Librarians

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Join our Youth Department's Goodreads Group: connect with your librarians and other Goodreads Group members to discuss and share book recommendations.

Youth Guides

Our downloadable guides range from new release lists to “how to” instructions designed to help you with our collection.

Digital Media @ UAPL

Download an eBook
or learn more about Digital Downloads

Homework Help

Homework Resources

Did you know your library card can help you with your homework? The library subscribes to a variety of online resources that you won't find in a Google search. We give you access to digital versions of encyclopedias, journals, magazines and other reference sources you can trust.

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If you still have questions, just visit our Youth Services or Reference areas at the...

Resources for Preschool Kids

Preschool Fun & Games!

Looking for coloring fun, crafts, or a new game to play on the computer? Check out some of these exciting sites which have been especially chosen for kids by members of the Upper Arlington Public Library staff.

Remember that once you select a link, you are connected to another location and we want you to stay safe. Learn about being safe and smart on the Web.

Resources for Teachers and Educators

Librarian-recommended Online Resources

You can find answers to

  • health and behavioral questions,
  • educational games,
  • teaching resources and more

by visiting the librarian-recommended links below.

We bundled some homework help related online sources for you: see here and here.

Request for Volunteer Program Presenters

The Upper Arlington Public Library is always looking for people that have special skills, knowledge or talent and who are able to volunteer to share that talent with children by offering a program! Previous volunteers have shared how to play chess, draw manga, and taught various crafts such as knitting.

New Releases

For Kids: Recommended Reading

Find A Great Book To Read!

We're here to help you find your next book, whether you're reading for fun or for a school assignment. Check out some of our favorite reading Web sites below

The Kids and Teens Blog

Big Kids

Surviving the Family Road Trip

Does your family argue over who gets to pick the music on long car trips?  Do you need a cure for the "Are we there yet?" blues?  Pack a good supply of family-friendly audiobooks for your next road trip.

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Little Kids

Reading is Dino-Mite!

This week we have kicked off our summer storytimes with Dinosaurs!  The activity room has been full of stomping dino feet and loud dino roars.  If you know some children who love dinosaurs, and let's face it most of them do, then this is a great summer to live in Columbus!  The Columbus Zoo and...Read more

Big Kids

Vacation! Home or Away?

School is almost out for the summer!  HOORAY!  Many families decide to start the summer break somewhere far away, perhaps at the beach, or in the mountains.  There are still others who decide to have a "stay-cation".   Try these favorites for your summer reading!...Read more

Upcoming & new Young Adult books

Images and ratings courtesy of Goodreads.com  Goodreads.com logo

  • Cover of Ask My Mood Ring How I Feel

    Diana Lopez
    Ask My Mood Ring How I Feel
    Rating: 3.69/5

    Request

  • Cover of Elegy (Hereafter #3)

    Tara Hudson
    Elegy (Hereafter #3)
    Rating: 4.3/5

    Request

  • Cover of Stormbringers (Order of Darkness, #2)

    Philippa Gregory
    Stormbringers (Order of Darkness, #2)
    Rating: 3.43/5

    Request

  • Cover of The Moon and More

    Sarah Dessen
    The Moon and More
    Rating: 3.77/5

    Request

  • Cover of Identity Theft

    Anna Davies
    Identity Theft
    Rating: 3.21/5

    Request

  • Cover of Mirage (Winterhaven, #2)

    Kristi Cook
    Mirage (Winterhaven, #2)
    Rating: 4.1/5

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Events for Kids & Teens

For a full events calendar for kids and teens, please follow this link.

  • Books and Cooks - Dirt Cups

    Listen to a story about digging in the dirt and then make an edible dirt cup. For ages 3-6. Registration is required and begins June 6... (full entry)

    When?
    06/20/2013 - 11:00am to 12:00pm
    Where?
    Lane Road Branch Library
  • Babytime Storytime

    Join us for books, fingerplays and songs chosen just for children ages 0-24 months, and their caregivers.

    When?
    06/20/2013 - 11:15am to 11:45am
    Where?
    Miller Park Branch Library

Suggest a Program!

Top Title Tournament 2013 Winners

Gaiman Graveyard Book with Laurel WreathHarry Potter with Laurel Wreath

Click on the cover of your favorite to find it in our catalog.

Youth Services: About Us

The Youth Services Department is committed to educating children, teachers and parents in our community.  We offer a wide range of services from storytime classes to teen book discussion groups. Our staff is eager to help children, teens, and adults find the right information for their homework and to help you find the perfect book.