Did you know that you can check out some PNG kits? Check out our Library of Things! Plus, stop by our Build Guild and the Teen Spot to see what events are going on with PNG! You can also make an appointment to use our machines!
Project Next Generation (PNG) is a program for Teens/Tweens in grades 5 through 12 who want hands-on experience with some amazing new technology. Funding for the project was awarded by the Illinois State Library, a Department of the Office of the Secretary of State, Jesse White, using funds provided by the U.S. Institute of Library Services under the provisions of the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA).
Take a peek at all the fun things you can access with our eReads and Streaming!
Tons of ebooks, movies, shows, and more await you! Just plug in your library barcode and explore!
Plus, here’s some teen only resources:
Big Timber Media E-books – Free E-books for Teen/Tweens.
Keep Reading en Casa – Free Spanish E-books.
Teen Book Cloud (Username: TUMBLE2020 Password: A3b5c6) – Free E-books for Teens/Tweens, Please note the username and password that we have provided!
EXPLORE & CREATE…
Breakout EDU Free Escape Rooms where you have to break into a box.
Chrome Music Lab Experiment with music virtually.
Classic Console Games Take a peek at free games from old consoles from your computer!
Draw Every Day with JJK Free art, cartooning, and writing lessons by Jarrett J. Krosoczka.
Hogwarts Digital Escape Room Fans of Harry Potter, do your best to solve riddles based on your favorite series.
READ & RELAX…
Big Timber Media E-Books Free e-books for teen/tweens.
Keep Reading En Casa Free Spanish e-books.
Teen Book Cloud (Username: tumble2020 Password: A3b5c6) Free e-books for teens/tweens, please note the username and password that we have provided!
Teen Health and Wellness – Provides real life situations with real life answers that are up-to-date, nonjudgmental, straightforward, and offers self-help support.
Young Men’s Health – Lots of information and tips for healthy living, including managing your feelings and your relationships. Great quizzes and an opportunity to ask questions.
MIND & BODY…
BAM! Body and Mind From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); learn about fitness, food, nutrition and exercise.
Go Ask Alice From the Columbia University’s Health Education Program, frank answers to tough questions about health, fitness/nutrition, relationships, sex and drugs.
Teen Health – NPR From National Public Radio, the latest news on teen health and wellness.
Yoga With Adriene Try out some Yoga techniques for free.
Teen Health and Wellness – Provides real life situations with real life answers that are up-to-date, nonjudgmental, straightforward, and offers self-help support.
Young Men’s Health – Lots of information and tips for healthy living, including managing your feelings and your relationships. Great quizzes and an opportunity to ask questions.
RELATIONSHIPS…
Break the Cycle
Resources for breaking the cycle of domestic and dating violence, including legal counseling and training for teens.
Girls Health
Lots of links and tips for healthy living, including managing your feelings and your relationships. Great quizzes, too. From the Office on Women’s Health within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Love Is Respect
Is your relationship healthy or abusive? What’s your opinion of the Teen Dating Bill of Rights? Learn how to get help for yourself or a friend from the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline at 1-866-331-9474.
ALSO OF INTEREST…
Art Institute Chicago Virtually explore the Art Institute Chicago!
Google Arts and Culture Explore art and culture from around the world.
Khan Academy Access dozens of free classes to learn a new hobby.
Virtual School Activities Take a break and explore virtual places around the world from your home!
MIND & BODY…
BAM! Body and Mind – From the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC); learn
about fitness, food, nutrition and exercise.
Go Ask Alice – From the Columbia University’s Health Education Program, frank answers to tough questions about health, fitness/nutrition, relationships, sex and drugs.
Teen Health – NPR From National Public Radio, the latest news on teen health and wellness.
Yoga With Adriene – Try out some Yoga techniques for free.
Teen Health and Wellness – Provides real life situations with real life answers that are up-to-date, nonjudgmental, straightforward, and offers self-help support.
Young Men’s Health – Lots of information and tips for healthy living, including managing your feelings and your relationships. Great quizzes and an opportunity to ask questions.
RELATIONSHIPS…
Break the Cycle – Resources for breaking the cycle of domestic and dating violence, including legal counseling and training for teens.
Girls Health – Lots of links and tips for healthy living, including managing your feelings and your relationships. Great quizzes, too. From the Office on Women’s Health within the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.
Young Men’s Health – Lots of information and tips for healthy living, including managing your feelings and your relationships. Great quizzes and an opportunity to ask questions.
Love Is Respect – Is your relationship healthy or abusive? What’s your opinion of the Teen Dating Bill of Rights? Learn how to get help for yourself or a friend from the National Teen Dating Abuse Helpline at 1-866-331-9474.
Explore More Illinois
Log in with your library card number and PIN to see the full list of attractions. Print or download your pass before your visit. You can have three active reservations per library card.
Call or contact the museums and attractions before your visit for the latest COVID-19 restrictions and updates.
- Chicago Children’s Museum
- Lizzadro Museum of Lapidary Art
- Chicago Maritime Museum
See Participating Attractions Access Passes
Museum Adventure Pass
Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. They cannot be held for later pick up. Limited to one pass per household, per loan period. Request a pass online or pick one up at the Library today!
Call or contact the museums and attractions before your visit for the latest COVID-19 restrictions and updates.
- Brookfield Zoo
- Cantigny Park
- Chicago Botanic Garden
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