Youth Services Social Story

Planning a visit to the Glenview Public Library? Check out this social story of our Youth Services Department to learn what to expect and get more comfortable before your visit. Download the story here.


The outside of the Library's east entrance, with red brick and large white columns around the door.

This is my library, the Glenview Public Library.

A large library checkout counter with multiple service stations and a digital screen on the wall behind it.I visit the Library with my parent, caregiver, or friends. I use walking feet inside the Library.

The entryway to the Youth Services Department with artificial trees with colorful hanging lanterns and bookshelves on both side.

I walk through the trees to get to the Youth Department.

Two Youth Librarians sit behind the Youth Services Desk smiling.

When I get to the Youth Desk, I say hi to the librarians. I can also ask them for help.

A young boy sits on the lap of a woman in the Youth Services Department as they read a book together.

At the Library, I can read.

A light table with colorful blue and green shapes sitting on top.

At the Library, I can play in the play area.

At the Library, I can do an activity.

A computer screen, keyboard, and mouse showing the login screen for the Glenview Public Library.

At the Library, I can use a computer.

The Youth Program Room with a large blue carpet covering the floor.

At the Library, I can go to storytime.

Round wooden table surrounded by six matching chairs in a small study room with a map on the wall and a TV displaying colorful artwork.

At the Library, I can use a study room if I need a quiet space.

Three colorful children's books sitting on a table.

At the Library, I can check out materials.

Self-checkout kiosk screen displaying 'CHECK OUT HERE' with beach-themed graphics and instructions to scan a card to begin.

When I'm ready to check out my materials, I take them to the Self Check-Out.

A hand holds a Glenview Public Library card with the GPL logo that says "Spark Your Curiosity."

I get out my Library card and scan it. Now I can check out my materials.

A hand inserts books inside of metal box labeled "BOOK RETURN."

When I bring my books back from home, I place them in the book return.

The outside of the Library's east entrance, with red brick and large white columns around the door.

When it's time to leave, I say goodbye to the Library, but I know I can come back another day! I love visiting the Library!