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Great things in 2010 @ the Monona Library!
Download the latest calendar here. And the latest TeenEscape newsletter here.
What is TEENeSCAPE?
TeenEscape is a space is for teens - of all ages. We've created TEENeSCAPE, a landscape just for teens. Relax with friends on comfortable chairs, surf the net by yourself or with friends on computers set up just for you, or work on school projects together at a café table. Just be yourself. Download the latest TeenEscape newsletter now!
BUT the TeenEscape isn't just a place, it's a newsletter too! If you are interested in signing up for this email or for information on the new Teen Green Group contact Toni.
Join the Teen Knitting Group!
Monona Library Teen Knitting Group meets one Saturday of each month from 3:30 - 4:30 in the TEENeScape area. Check our calendar for dates.
As always, needles and yarn will be supplied. The Monona Public library's knitting book collection will be available for check out.
Please join us for some fun knitting and conversation! Free. Dropin.
Have you seen the NEW Tutor.com?
Tutor.com is available for all ages. It includes homework and resume help, writing assistance and test preparation. Log on through www.mononalibrary.org with your library card if you are a Monona resident. If you are not a resident, visit the Monona Library to use Tutor.com. Get one-on-one expert assistance (check the library website for hours). The new Learning Suite allows you to target problem areas, the online tutors make sure you not only get the problem done right, but you understand the concepts. Many services are available in Spanish.
Get Involved @ Your Library
Teen Advisory Board - Help us make the Library serve you by participating in this monthly advisory group.
Junior Volunteers - Grades 6 -12. Help us run the Summer Library Program.
We've also got a Teen Advisory Board. Fill out an application and be a part of making the Monona Library a great place for Teens!
Books for Teens
NEW BOOKS for teens at the Library!
Good Reads - Okay, so this isn't just for teens. But check it out, you just might find something cool!
Reading Rants - An out-of-the-ordinary teen book blog
YALSA - Award-winning books, popular books for teens, and more from the American Library Association!
LibraryThing - Find books similar to the ones you love! Covers all genres and all types of books, fiction, non-fiction, you name it!
Guys Read - Good books for guys
Teen Reading Lists - From the Seattle Public Library
Graphic Novels for Teens - Graphic novel reviews from Reader’s Club
Comics - Your gateway to thousands of sites about comic books!
Help with Homework
Teenspace - From the Internet Public Library (IPL). Tons of help with various subjects and a whole lot more!
BJ Pinchbeck’s Homework Helper - Over 400 links to help in various subjects. Web site started by a teenager
Coming to Terms - Get help with term papers
Schoolbytes - Book summaries
Hey Math - Help with math
CliffsNotes Study Guides - All of the copies of CliffsNotes checked out? Go here!
SparkNotes Study Guides - Even more study-guides
Off to College and Beyond
Wisconsin Mentor - An online resource to help students and their families select a college, apply for admission, and plan to finance higher education.
University of Wisconsin System - Information on the entire UW system
Federal Student Aid - Find information from the U.S. Department of Education, including the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) process and online application. Also available in Spanish.
CollegeBoard.com - Find info about the SAT I and SAT II plus AP exams.
Peterson's Planner - Search for the right college for you and find information about educational programs at all levels.
Occupational Outlook Handbook - Find detailed job descriptions for hundreds of different jobs. From the Bureau of Labor statistics.
CollegeNet - Find the college that is right for you.
CollegeView - Search for the right college for you