Pre-Teens & Teens
Academic Success
Student Help
Excellence in school begins at the library. Find out how we help San José students succeed.
Online Homework Help Resources
Online resources to help with homework assignments for children and teens.
SJ Aspires
Providing San Jose’s students with the skills and knowledge needed to achieve their academic or career goals.
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.
Graphic Novels at SJPL
Create original comics and connect with other artists, illustrators, and fans who share your passion for graphic novels and Manga.
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.
Axis360 eBooks for Teens
New and popular young adult fiction eBooks.
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.
SJ Engage for Teens
Local youth ages 13-24: Empower. Act. Make a Difference. Help make a difference in your community while unlocking real-world opportunities.
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.
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.
SJPL Recommendation News: October 2023
What do our librarians recommend? Boost your browsing or add variety to your To Read list with featured, curated booklists.
Halloween Booktacular Giveaway
From October 22-31, kids and teens can stop by any library location and pick out a free book! Youth (0–18) are eligible while supplies last.
YA Friday: Let Freedom Read
Champion the right to read during Banned Books Week, October 1–7, 2023!
Fall into Fiction: Write Your Story
Be true to your heart: Follow a story that comes from your personal experience. It's the last week of Fall into Fiction Short Story Contest.
