1930 Glenview Road, Glenview, IL 60025
847-729-7500
Monday-Friday 9 AM-9 PM
Saturday 9 AM-5 PM • Sunday 1 PM-5 PM
For Teens
Got Homework?
Check out these valuable eRESOURCES to get your research done quickly. You’ll find journal articles, reference books, primary and secondary sources, and current research. Get ahead of the curve with these helpful study tools. All you need to get started is your Glenview Library card.
Brainfuse • HelpNow!
3-10 PM Daily
Brainfuse to the rescue. Online tutors are available for high school students with a Glenview Library card. Subjects include: Math, Science, Social Studies, English, and JobNow. Tambien en Español.
Research & Homework Databases
Databases specifically selected for students grades 9-12.
Need Additional Help?
Contact the Reference Services Staff
Call the Reference Service Desk during regular Library hours: 847-729-7500 x 7700.
Send an e-mail and Reference Services staff will reply as soon as possible. Please be sure to clearly state your question and include as much information as you can in your request.
AskAway/Question Point is a free virtual reference service that allows you to ask a professional librarian reference questions 24/7 in a real-time chat session.
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Join the VolunTeens (PDF) at the Glenview Public Library for a year-round opportunity to serve your community and build new skills. Drop off your application at the Reader Services Desk.
The VolunTeen program offers an opportunity for young adults (ages 13-19) to experience a professional work environment and develop basic workplace know-how. VolunTeens assist with a host of different duties and earn service points. Stop by the Reader Services Desk for further information and details.
Northern Lights Homework Help Center High School volunteers needed to assist children in grades 1-8 with homework, reading, and math skills practice. Call 847-729-7500 x 7900 for seasonal volunteer information.
Websites & Databases
The ACT
ACT test-taking tips; practice test questions; register for the ACT test; send your scores; and more.
CollegeBoard
AP, SAT and PSAT information; practice questions and tests; test-taking tips; planning for college; and more.
Collegenet.com
Apply to College Over the Net.This site lets you search different colleges by state, region, majors, type of institution, intercollegiate sports, etc. It also covers scholarships, college resources, and a virtual bookstore.
College Rankings
Best colleges as ranked by US News & World Report.
FinAid!
The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid
Current information on fraudulent scholarship opportunities.
Learning Express Library
An assortment of test taking resources including college test preparation tutorials for ACT, Advanced Placement (AP), CLEP, CUNY Skills Assessment, PSAT/NMSQT, SAT, THEA, and TOEFL tests. A Glenview Public Library card is required to use this helpful tool.
Study Abroad
Information on overseas programs.
Universities around the World
Links to college and university webpages worldwide as well as scholarship information and university rankings.
Financial Aid
FAFSA
Online forms and information for federal student loans and aid.
FinAid!
The Smart Student Guide to Financial Aid.
Illinois Student Assistance Commission
A commission devoted to making college accessible and affordable for Illinois students.
Scholarships.com
Explore ways to secure scholarships.
U.S. Department of Education
Information about federal student loans and grants.
Careers
Career Cruising
An online career guidance and planning system. Use this website to help find the right career, explore education and training options, and build your portfolio.
Economic and Employment Projections
Check here for hot job prospects for the future. Published by the U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics for 2008-2018.
MyFuture.com
This site covers not only college, but military information and money matters (management, living on your own, work, etc.). It also includes a career tool box and beyond high school links.
Part-time Job Search
GrooveJob.com
Teens and students can search for part-time jobs in Illinois including holiday jobs, summer jobs, and more.
Myfirstpaycheck.com
Employment help and jobs for teens in Illinois.
Prep Tests
Learning Express Library
An assortment of test preparation resources including:
College test preparation tutorials for ACT, Advanced Placement (AP), CLEP, CUNY Skills Assessment, PSAT/NMSQT, SAT, THEA, and TOEFL tests
Professional exam tutorials for the following careers: Air Traffic Controller, Civil Service, Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Electrical, Emergency Medical Services, Firefighter, Green Careers, Law Enforcement, Military, Nursing and Allied Health, Legal, Plumbing, Real Estate, Teaching, and Test-Taking Skills Improvement.
Have Book. Will Travel.
Summer Reading Program
June 8-July 28
The more you read. The more you win! All the fun details are available here.
Gamer’s Paradise
July 12, & August 9 5-9 PM
Play with the Library’s Nintendo Wii, XBOX360, Playstation 3, and game collection. Big screens and boomchairs make this a gamer’s paradise. Pizza and pop included. A special thanks to D’Agostino’s Pizza and Pappi’s Pizza for generously donating pizza to summer teen game nights. Ages 13-18.
Board Games Afternoon
Wednesday, July 10, 2-3 PM
Multipurpose Room
Just Drop In
Indulge in some “old school” summer fun with the Library’s many board games. Come solo, bring a friend, or bring your group. Snacks provided. Ages 13-18.
Locker Décor: From Drab to Fab
Wednesday, August 14, 2-3 PM
Multipurpose Room
Register by August 11 • Limit 20
Start off the new school year in style by creating your own unique locker design. A wide assortment of materials will be provided to create the locker of your dreams. Ages 13-18.
It’s easy to register. Call 847-729-7500 x 7600, visit the Reader Services Desk, or select a "Register by" link to register online.
Twilight
by Stephenie Meyer
The Book Thief
by Markus Zusak
The Perks of Being a Wallflower
by Stephen Chbosky
Hunger Games
by Suzanne Collins
Teen Scene Graphic Novels
A variety of manga and graphic novels are located in the Library’s Teen Scene. Geared toward teens ages 13 & up. Check out the newest titles.
Welcome to the Teen Scene
A special area designed for high school teens, the Teen Scene is located on the first floor of the Library adjacent to the Reader Services Desk—where staff is always ready, willing, and able to help you. Teen Scene features public computers (for teens with a Glenview Public Library card), comfortable seating for studying or meeting friends, and a gaming station featuring Nintendo Wii, XBOX 360, and Playstation 3 systems. Choose from a variety of videogames and board games that can be checked out for use in the Teen Scene.
Stop by the Reader Services Desk or call 847-729-7500 x 7600 for program details or general Teen Scene information.