Teens
Plano Library Speaks Podcast: Tutor.com and other online resources for students
https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaks25.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadIn this episode we speak with librarian Brittnee Emerine about the fantastic online resources for students, available for free through Plano Public Library. You can find Tutor.com, Learning Express Library, and GALE In Context, on our Research & Learn page, under the Academics tab! Study room reservations can be […]
Teen Street Team: Library Murder Mystery
Get ready for the Final Chapter Welcome to the grand reopening of Schimelpfenig Library, a renowned literary haven. However, the celebration takes a grim turn when the beloved librarian, Miss Margaret Greenfield, is found dead in the lower level. As amateur detectives, it’s up to the players to solve the mystery and identify the killer […]
Plano Library Speaks Podcast: Adventure Gaming Club
https://traffic.libsyn.com/planolibrary/PLSpeaksAdventureGaming_mixdown.mp3 Podcast: Play in new window | Download In this episode we speak with librarians Sarah Opella and Brin Kieffer about the Adventure Gaming Club happening this summer in the library, in which participants will learn to play Dungeons & Dragons. More information about the program can be found here on our calendar. This event […]
Unleash Your Creativity with Only Hook and Yarn
Post written by Teen Street Team member Vijay Simply put, crocheting is the process of making objects by interlocking various strings with a crochet hook. People of all ages love this activity because it gives them some time to think and calms the mind. Luckily, Teen Street Team (TST, the teenager library advisory board) is […]
Get Organized with Teen Street Team
Our Teen Street Team (teen advisory board) is coming at you on June 2 with a Bullet Journaling Basics class! During this workshop, you will learn how to organize your upcoming school year through bullet journaling. Bullet Journaling Basics meets Friday, June 2 at 3pm at Davis Library. This is a ticketed event, so get […]
Teen Street Team Recommends: Libby
Have you tried an eBook? How about listening to an eAudiobook while you jog or cook? Get access to thousands of books and magazines (for free!) on your smart device through the Libby app, using your Plano Public Library card. Libby Quick Facts Continue reading for a review of the Libby app from Teen Street Team […]
Teen Street Team Recommends: Kanopy
Kanopy is a video streaming service available with your Plano Public Library card. Kanopy Quick Facts: Teen Street Team members Anuraag and Huda have recently used Kanopy and offer these recommendations. Anuraag Entertainment and Education are two of the biggest aspects of our lives. We get joy, happiness, and memories through the memorable time we […]
Learn About (Your) Money this January
If your goals for 2023 include wrangling your personal finances, the library can help you with access to free educational resources and workshops. Events STEAM Emporium (All Ages) – January 21 at 3pm at Schimelpfenig LibraryCan you solve a problem with $5.00? Use play money to purchase materials at our STEAM Emporium to complete a […]
Teen Street Team Reads: Nightrender
Members of the Teen Street Team share their book recommendations in this monthly series. This month, our guest blogger gives a review of Nightrender by Jodi Meadows. Teen Street Team member Kevin is our guest blogger for this month and gives his review of Nightrender. Nightrender by Jodi Meadows – Request “Kingdoms will fall, gods […]
Teen Street Team Reads: Killing November
Members of the Teen Street Team share their book recommendations. This month, our guest blogger gives a review of Killing November by Adriana Mather. Teen Street Team member Aliza is our guest blogger for this month and tells us about Killing November. Killing November by Adriana Mather – Print, eAudiobook “From the #1 New York Times bestselling […]