Teens
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Homework Resources
National History Day Research Guides
Get started on your National History Day project.
Back to School Tool: Your Library
Develop your research skills by making library use a regular habit.
Start Your Research
Explore our resources to find information for your homework.
Primary Sources
Learn about primary sources and how to find them.
Best DPL Databases for Middle School
Available from any Denver Public Library or from home with your library card.
Student Research Appointments
One-on-one student research appointments designed for students working on a research project or paper.
Request a Research Guide
Research guides for 9th-12th grades include resources, primary sources and search tips.
Virtual Services
DPL brings the library to you with virtual services for students and educators!
Databases A-Z
Online collections of information, organized for research. Available from any Denver Public Library or from home with your library card.
Denver Public Schools LION website
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Use the Ask Us Chat button in the bottom right corner of any screen to chat with a librarian 24/7.
Jobs, Internships & College
Find a Job, Internship or Apprenticeship
Explore your interests, talents and strengths. Find a job.
Prepare for College
Learn what's needed for college and how to pay for it.
Udemy: The Library's Powerful Continuous Learning Tool (Brenna's Story)
Learn how Brenna used the Udemy platform to prepare for the internship application process and interview successfully.
Get Involved
Teen Advisory Boards (TAB)
A group of teens who meet regularly to give librarians guidance about better serving teens and Library program ideas for our community.
Volunteering
Find volunteer opportunities.
ideaLAB Makerspaces
Produce videos, create games, make music, learn about electronics, and more for free!
Events
Ford-Warren Branch Library ·
10:00a.m.
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2:00p.m.
Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales Branch Library ·
3:00p.m.
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4:30p.m.
Hadley Branch Library ·
3:30p.m.
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5:00p.m.
Montbello Branch Library ·
4:00p.m.
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5:00p.m.
Smiley Branch Library ·
4:00p.m.
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5:45p.m.
Ford-Warren Branch Library ·
10:00a.m.
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2:00p.m.
Unboxed: An LGBTQ+ Intergenerational Online Digital Storytelling Project
Everybody has a story! Learn how to find your story and tell it using digital storytelling techniques during this intergenerational workshop for the LGBTQ+ community. Free and virtual-only (on Zoom). You must be able to attend all meetings. You will also receive a stipend of $250 for your participation.
Community Resources
Health
- I Matter Colorado: Free therapy for youth
- Yo Importo Colorado: Sesiones gratuitas de salud conductual para jóvenes
- Colorado Crisis Services
- Planned Parenthood
- TeensHealth (Nemours)