Teens

Monthly Spotlight

Each month we have new videos, activities and teen stories to engage, enlighten and inform.

Seeing is NOT Believing!

Join us as we explore the many ways that our brains can be tricked when processing sensory information! Then follow the links below to create your own optical illusion.
 

Activities:
Make Your Own Thaumatrope!

Thaumatrope Instructions →

Thaumatrope Templates →

Watch previous Monthly Spotlights here.

Get Ready: SAT & ACT

Tips to Prepare for the SAT & ACT

Check out these tips from author Brian Stewart on how to prepare for the new SAT and ACT!

Frequently Asked Questions:
Learn More →

Book Talk

Teen Book Recommendation

Whether you want to try something for the first time or are ready to become a master, these books are here to help!

Whether you’re just starting to cook or curious about some new recipes, kick off a cooking New Year’s resolution with these cookbooks and food inspired reads!

Get prepared and excited for your future! Kick off the new year with a boost towards your next step in life.

Best the happiest, healthiest you in 2025!

Resolve to read more in 2025, and kick the year off right by grabbing one of these fabulous titles! Voted some of the best teen books in the last couple years, there’s fiction for every kind of reader.

Get updates on teen programs, events and book suggestions sent to your inbox.
Must be age 18 or older to receive emails from us.

Created by Teens

Teens Create!

Share a written, photo, or video review of your favorite books to add them to the book recommendation lists!

YouMedia

Create, collaborate and build tech skills. Work on your music, video, photos, design and podcasts with our skilled mentors.

Must be 13 to join.

Teens, we want to hear from you!​

Every month, answer questions to help us better understand your interests. We’ll also give you a space to voice your opinions and talk about the world today.

YouMedia Centers

Programming is currently on break and will restart the week of August 21st.
Driving Park Branch

1422 E. Livingston Ave.

Monday-Thursday
3-7 p.m.

Friday
2-6 p.m.

Gahanna Branch

310 Granville St.

Monday-Friday
3-6 p.m.

Hilltop Branch

511 S. Hague Ave.

Monday-Thursday
3-7 p.m.

Karl Road Branch

5590 Karl Rd.

Monday-Friday
3-6 p.m.

Main Library

96 S. Grant Ave.

Monday-Thursday
3-7 p.m.

Friday
3-6 p.m.

Reynoldsburg Branch

1402 Brice Rd.

Monday-Thursday
4-7 p.m.

Whetstone Branch

3909 N. High St.

Monday-Friday
3:30-6 p.m.

Whitehall Branch

4445 E. Broad St.

Monday-Thursday
3-6 p.m.

Barnett Branch

3434 E. Livingston Ave.

YouMedia temporarily closed during branch renovations.

Many thanks to Battelle for their support of YouMedia.

#well-connected

Stay well and stay connected! Our staff share ideas and inspiration.

How did you make a difference?

Great Reads for Teens

School Help

School Help Centers

Middle-schoolers and high-schoolers: stop in after school to get free, in-person help with your schoolwork.

Choose your location on our School Help page for hours offered.

BrainFuse HelpNow

HelpNow provides 24-hour access to study tools and test preparation for students.

Online Tutors are available from Monday‑Friday, 2‑11 p.m.

Check out our tools to help you with school work.