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Frequently Asked Questions

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E-mail teens@wtpl.org,
call 908.876.3596, or stop in!

 

My son/daughter isn't actually a teen yet, but is in middle school. Can he/she be part of WTPL's teen programs?

A We use "teen" as our general term for "young adults." Generally, our teen programs are open to Washington Township young adult in grades 6 - 12. Certain programs are specified for particular grades within that range and are designated on our calendar.
 

For what ages are the books in your Young Adult collection geared?

A Books in this area range in interest level from middle school through high school age teens (or from ages 12 through 18). Reading levels of Young Adult books will range from below middle school reading levels to middle and high school levels to adult levels.
 

My son/daughter is a picky reader. How can I find books that will appeal to him/her.

A Try some of the book lists that we have available in the Teen Section of the library and online in our "Reading Ideas" page. Also, come in and we'll help you!
 

Is there a summer reading program available for teens?

A Yes, we have a Teen Summer Reading Club created especially for young adults in grades 6 and up. More details are available here.
 

Are there any programs available for teens at WTPL?

A We have monthly teen programs that are open to Washington Township young adult in grades 6 and up. This month's events can be found on the calendar page of this website. Our Teen Activity Group (T.A.G.) meets the first Tuesday of every month at 7:00 to plan other teen programs and events at the library. We have monthly book groups for High School, 7th/8th Grade, and 5th/6th grade. Other teen events are scheduled throughout the month. Check our calendar for more details.
 

Is there a way to be updated regularly about teen programs and events?

A Yes, you or your teen (or both!) can sign up to be part of our teen e-mail list. You will be e-mailed regularly about teen related programs, events, and other information. Signing up for this e-mail list is the way to receive the most information about teen happenings at WTPL. To sign up, email teens@wtpl.org from the e-mail address with which you would like to join. Include if the e-mail address is yours or your teen's e-mail and the corresponding name.
 

Do you have any information about Internet Safety (Facebook, MySpace, blogs, chat, etc.) and teens?

A Yes, here is a list of useful websites for both you and your teen:
 
BlogSafety.com
A forum where parents, teachers, teens, and others can discuss blog, social networking, and internet safety.
http://www.blogsafety.com

Center for Safe and Responsible Internet Use
Includes strategies to help young people use the internet safely, effectively, and responsibly.
http://csriu.org/index.html

CommonSense
A media review website.
http://www.commonsensemedia.org/

ConnectSafely.org

Cyberbullying
A website designed to help create awareness and prevention of cyberbullying and cyberbullies.
http://cyberbully.org/

Facebook Help Center: How do I protect my privacy? http://www.facebook.com/help.php?page=839

Facebook Help Center: Safety
http://www.facebook.com/safety/

Find Good Sites Fast
Tricks & tips for finding good websites.
http://www.ala.org/ala/yalsa/yalsamemonly/findgoodsites.pdf

Help Teens to Become Savvy Surfers
A guide to assist teens in becoming better Internet users.
http://www.ala.org/ala/yalsa/yalsamemonly/savvysurfers.pdf

The Internet Survival Guide for Parents
A look at the five major activities teens do online.
http://www.commonsense.com/internet-safety-guide/

i-safe
An Internet Safety Education website.
http://www.isafe.org/

Ncmec.org

NetLingo: The Internet Dictionary
An online dictionary of Internet terms.
http://www.netlingo.com

NetSmartz.org

OnguardOnline.gov

SafeTeens.com
A website designed to teach both parents and teens how to stay safe online.
http://www.safeteens.com/

StaySafe.org
An online safety website that includes sections for teens, parents, teachers, and others.
http://www.staysafe.org/

TRUSTe.org

WebWiseKids.org

WiredSafety.org

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