Q: My son/daughter isn't actually a teen yet, but is in middle school. Can he/she be part of WTPL's teen programs?

A: We use "teen" as our general term for students in grades 6-12. Generally, our teen programs are open to Washington Township middle school and high school students in grades 6 - 12. Certain programs are specified for particular grades within that range and are designated on our calendar.

Q: For what ages are the books in your Teen collection geared?

A: Books in this area range in interest level from middle school through high school age teens (or from ages 12 through 18). Reading levels of Teen books will range from below middle school reading levels all the way up to adult levels.

Q: My son/daughter is a picky reader. How can I find books that will appeal to him/her.

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Q: Can you Help me help my Teen find a book?

A: Try some of the book lists that we have available in the Teen Corner of the library and online on our "Reading Ideas" page. Also, make sure to take a look at our Find the Right Book For You! page.

Q: Is there a summer reading program available for teens?

A: Yes. We have a Teen Summer Reading Club created especially for young adults in grades 6 and up. More details are available here.

Q: Are there any programs available for teens at WTPL?

A: We have monthly teen programs that are open to grades 6 and up. This month's calendar can be found on our Teen Get Involved page and in the Teen Corner. Our Teen Activity Group (T.A.G.) meets monthly to plan teen programs, volunteer times, our teen literary magazine, and teen events at the library. We also have monthly teen book clubs. Other events such as Teen DIY Nights and Movie Nights, Book Buddies, Teen Summer Reading Club, Readers' Theater, and more are also offered.

Visit the Groups to Join list and our monthly Teen Calendar on the Get Involved page.

Join our Teen E-mail List, Mobile Updates (texts), or Facebook page to get updates about what WTPL is offering for teens!

Q: Is there a way to be updated regularly about teen programs and events?

A: Yes, we offer several ways to help you stay up to date about what WTPL is offering for teens!

	E-Mail Updates Join our Teen E-Mail List to be updated about teen programs, registration deadlines, events, contests, new books, and more! It's the best way to stay up to date about what's happening for teens at WTPL!(e-mail addresses/names always stay private and you may remove yourself from the list at anytime.) How to sign up: E-mail teens@wtpl.org and ask to be put on the list!
	Mobile Updates (texts)* Want to get program reminders texted to your cell? Sign up to start receiving program/sign up reminders (about one week before the event date) and program/sign up reminders 1 to 2 days ahead of the event date (if spaces are still open). The wide variety of information sent out through our Teen E-mail Updates such as new books, monthly calendars, surveys, opinion questions, etc will NOT be sent through texts. You may sign up with your cell, your parents' cell, or both! How to Sign up: Text Mobil Sign Up to teens@wtpl.org. *standard messaging rates may apply
	Facebook Updates Find WTPL Teens on Facebook at facebook.com/wtplteens to get updates through our Facebook page

Q: Do you have any information about cyberbullying, Facebook and other online and technology safety resources for teens, parents, and families?

A: Yes, click here for cyberbullying, Facebook and other online and technology safety resources.