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Library services for 11-16 year olds

All Cambridgeshire Libraries have special spaces just for teenagers. You can discover great reads, and find help to boost your well-being and confidence. In larger libraries, you can also meet your friends.

You can join the library for free – either join online or simply visit your local library.

We have computers you can use for free. You simply need a library card and PIN to log on.

We also have free WiFi.

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Great reads

  • Junior fiction
  • Young adults
  • Young adults plus - 14 year olds plus
  • Manga/graphic novels
  • Information books
  • Digital offer - eBooks, eAudio books, eComics/graphic novels, eMagazines and eNewspapers

You may also find books you’d like to read in the Children’s and Adult areas. For reading suggestions ask library staff.

Or use these online resources:

Cambridgeshire Libraries have made Reading Well for Teens collections to help you boost your well-being and confidence. Available to borrow in all libraries.

You can also access our online reference databases for reliable source of information to help with homework. Another useful resource is Encyclopaedia Britannia for students.

Teens studying

Remember: never give out personal details and don't believe everything you read on the Internet!

For some really useful advice on staying safe online take a look at Think U Know, NSPCC online safety information and Childnet.

The UK Safer Internet Centre has a guide for parents and carers.

Events and activities

To discover what is happening in your local library please visit:

Volunteering

We take on volunteers aged 12+ in the summer holidays to help with our annual Summer Reading Challenge. Ask at your local library for details.

More information on volunteering with libraries.