Welcome to the Teen Space!
Welcome to the Teen Space at the Altadena Library! Here we celebrate freedom, wonder, empathy, and justice. Here we laugh, talk, create, explore, question, listen, and love. The Teen Reference Desk, in the Teen Space at the Main Library, is staffed most afternoons from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. Stop by and get to know us — we are all here to help you.
Follow @AltadenaTeens on Instagram for updates from the Teen Librarian, memes, live video streams, local resources for teens, and more! You can also reach out to the Teen Librarian via email at Teens@altadenalibrary.org.
School Resources
Whether you need assistance with homework, research, or finding tutoring options in the area, we are here to help. Our Teen Librarian can help you proofread and edit your work in person, as well as help you find any other study tools or books you need.
You can also explore some of these digital resources! All you need is your library card to sign in and get started!
Get Free Online Help with Brainfuse
- One-to-one homework help from live, online tutors
- An online Writing Lab with specialists to help you produce better letters, term papers, and reports
- Tutoring in all core subjects (grades 3-12), including Math, Science, Social Studies, and English/Language Arts
- State-aligned skill-building lessons
Other Research Tools for Teens
- Biography in Context: Get credible information on the world’s most influential people throughout human history. Search for people based on name, occupation, nationality, ethnicity, birth/death dates, and/or gender.
- Points of View: Find materials from all viewpoints, including leading political magazines, newspapers, radio and TV news transcripts, over 1,300 essays, and more!
- Explora Research Database for High School Students
Welcome Teen Volunteers
We invite all teens 14-17 in the Altadena area to become part of our teen volunteer program. Volunteer hours qualify for school service requirements, and you get to be a part of our incredible Altadena Library team!
Here’s how easy it is to join.
- All new volunteers must fill out our online application.
- After you have filled out the form, you will receive an email with instructions on how to complete the Teen Volunteer Program Orientation.
- Once you have completed orientation, we will provide you with access to the summer volunteer schedule and the shift request form. Some shifts can accommodate unlimited volunteers, while others have a capacity. We use a schedule to ensure that everyone gets as many hours as possible.
The Teen Librarian will contact you with the final schedule of your assigned shifts. Mark your calendar as soon as you can!
Stop by the Teen Space or email us at teens@altadenalibrary.org to learn more about the volunteer program.