Kids and Teens
The Youth Services Department works to provide access to the highest-quality books, resources and programming for patrons from 0 – 18 years old and their caregivers.
The Malatesta Children’s Library offers books, movies, CDs, kindles and more for children along with a large play area.
The Teen Library is reserved as a gathering space for patrons ages 11 – 18 to gather and do school work.
For any questions, please visit the Youth Services Circulation Desk on the Library’s 2nd floor or reach out to our
Youth Services Librarians at 610-446-3082 ext. 504.
DCL Kid’s Catalog
Browse the Kids Catalog for your next read!
Back to School Guide and Info Sessions
Parents of school-aged children are encouraged to attend a Back to School Information Session where Library staff will explain some informational materials, resources, programs, and spaces we offer for children, teens, and tweens during the school year. Please attend the session that matches the age(s) of your child(ren):
For Parents of Tweens/Teens (6th grade and up): Tuesday, September 8 at 7:00 pm in the Teen Library
For Parents of Elementary School Children (grades K through 5th): Wednesday, September 16 at 6:30 pm at the Camoratto Reading Steps
In addition, there will be a Back to School Social for tweens and teens (6th grade and up) on Friday, September 11 at 3:00 pm. Come meet – or reconnect with – our Teen Librarian, Josh, as he introduces you to the programs, resources, and spaces we offer for teens and tweens.
Additionally, check out the new Back to School Guide from the Library for information about online databases for research and homework help, book recommendations and more!
Helpful Resources and Quick Links
*Digital Resources are available with a Delaware County Libraries barcode number.
BookFlix
BookFlix pairs animated picture book classics with non-fiction eBooks that kids love. Select titles also available in Spanish.
Brainfuse Help Now
Live tutors, writing lab, study tools, and FAFSA help.
Power Kids
Explore POWER Kids! BookFLIX, Encyclopedia Britannica, and more!
Power Teens
Chemistry Coach
General Chemistry & Organic Chemistry study guides, exercises, and practice tests.
Reading Olympics
Book Lists to prepare for Elementary, Middle and High School competitions.
Learning Express
Access tests, quizzes and flashcards to help you achieve your goals.
Codecademy
Back to School Reading Recommendations for All Ages
Non-Print Items
E-Readers
The Library offers Nooks, Kindle Paperwhites and Kindle Fires with titles pre-loaded for children, tweens and teens. Click here for more information about items and availability or visit the Youth Services Circulation Desk on the 2nd floor of the Library.
Yoto Players
A screen-free, interactive audio device for children that plays stories and music, Yoto boxes are available for checkout in the children’s area and can be reserved through the catalog. We also have a selection of yoto cards that can be checked out separately for use on the boxes. Click here to see availability at HTFL.
Kids and Teens Kits
HTFL is pleased to offer many different kits available to check out on a first come, first serve basis. These kits can be renewed up to three times, similar to books. Click on the link to learn more about our currently available kits: Grand Kits, Kids’ Kits, Puzzle Kits, Sensory Kits and Teen Kits. Please visit the Youth Circulation Desk with any additional questions.
Programs and Events
Please note that tween/teen programs, clubs and activities are designed for students in grades 6 – 12.
The MakerSpace also hosts programs for children and tweens/teens that are included in the calendars below.
