Pre-Teens & Teens
Academic Success
Student Help
Excellence in school begins at the library. Find out how we help San José students succeed.
General Reference and Homework Help eResources
Find general reference resources as well as resources for homework help divided by age group
Silicon Valley's College Promise Programs
Community colleges in Silicon Valley help students pay for college through College Promise programs. Find the program that works for you.
TeenHQ: Teen Center
This teen dream hub provides the best environment for innovation to flourish. At TeenHQ, you can be you!
New Titles
Stories that slay. Check out the latest reads.
More to Read
Graphic Novels, booklists, and eBooks.
Access Comics and Graphic Novels Online with our eResources!
You can access Comics and Graphic Novels at home with San Jose Public Library's eResources.
Teen Booklists
Our staff picks in your favorite genres for teens.
OverDrive eBooks for Teens
eBooks and eAudiobooks are featured in OverDrive's fiction collection for teens.
New Events
New events dropping. Be the first in the know.
Volunteer
Your voice. Your impact. Get involved now.
Teens Reach: Community Service
Youth council for the library, providing a way for young adults to build their leadership skills and become library advisors and advocates.
Teen Writer for Short Éditions
Build our collection of short stories written by teen writers.
Teen Book Reviewer
Gain volunteer service hours by writing book reviews.
Youth Commission
Advisory group to the Mayor and City Council that empowers youth to be civically engaged through local events and initiatives.
Teens Reach: Community Service
Youth council for the library, providing a way for young adults to build their leadership skills and become library advisors and advocates.
Teen Writer for Short Éditions
Build our collection of short stories written by teen writers.
Teen Book Reviewer
Gain volunteer service hours by writing book reviews.
Youth Commission
Advisory group to the Mayor and City Council that empowers youth to be civically engaged through local events and initiatives.
We have many ways for you to volunteer at San Jose Public Library! Have questions? Contact Volunteer Services at 1-408-808-2181 or volunteer.sjpl@sjlibrary.org
New Blogs
Discover the latest for teens and pre-teens.
Celebrating 10 Years of TeenHQ: The Recording Studio
Celebrate 10 years of TeenHQ's teen-built recording studio with 600+ sessions and monthly Voice-Over Challenges that keep teens coming back.
The Coziest Witch Mysteries
Heading into the Spooky Season with the coziest Cozy Witch Mysteries that we can find!
Recap and Winners of the 2026 Graphic Novel Making Contest
The Award Ceremony for the 2026 Graphic Novel Making Contest was this weekend - find winners, photos and more!
Herbs, Oils, and Potions!
Inspired by the movie Practical Magic? Want to learn more about herbs and essential oils? Check out these books from our collection!
Celebrating 10 Years of TeenHQ: The Recording Studio
Celebrate 10 years of TeenHQ's teen-built recording studio with 600+ sessions and monthly Voice-Over Challenges that keep teens coming back.
The Coziest Witch Mysteries
Heading into the Spooky Season with the coziest Cozy Witch Mysteries that we can find!
Recap and Winners of the 2026 Graphic Novel Making Contest
The Award Ceremony for the 2026 Graphic Novel Making Contest was this weekend - find winners, photos and more!
Herbs, Oils, and Potions!
Inspired by the movie Practical Magic? Want to learn more about herbs and essential oils? Check out these books from our collection!
