Teens

Find resources to help with homework or upcoming activities near you. Join our Digital Media Lab to help discover and expand your abilities!
Homework Help
Teen reading book in front of book shelves

Volunteer with us

The Kansas City Public Library allows teens between the ages of 12 and 18 to volunteer. If you are interested in this opportunity, please talk to the teen volunteer coordinator at your branch to learn if they have volunteer openings.

Interested in Tabletop Games?

Our librarians share some of their favorites, along with tips and tricks on how to play. We also recommend similar games, called Play Alikes, to keep the fun going! You can also search by game type (deck building, cooperative, etc.) or what 21st Century Skill each game teaches.
Go to the Games page »

Check out a Board Game

Upcoming Teen Activities

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Repair Cafe

Saturday, October 17, 2026 10:00am
Lucile H. Bluford Branch
In Person
In partnership with our friends at Re.Use.Full, you can have your broken items repaired instead of tossing them.* We'll be doing FREE fixes for items such as: Bikes Clothing/textiles Computers (Virus/malware removal, file transfers, other basic repairs) Small electronics...
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At Capacity
small decorated altoids tins

Everyday Carry Workshop

Saturday, October 17, 2026 1:00pm
Southeast Branch
In Person
Everyday Carry Kits (EDCs) are small, utility containers for the things you just might need every day. They can include things like a small flashlight, a needle and thread, spare change, paper and pencil, emergency contact numbers, and other useful things. You have to think small! Supplies will be provided....