Teen Library Services Department

The Teen Library Services Department is located on the main level of the library. The Teen Services Department provides a welcoming, inclusive space, programs, and other resources to adolescents in grades 6–12.

Collections and Resources

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  • Curated fiction, nonfiction, graphic novels, and manga.

  • Research and reference materials: history, business, health, careers, hobbies, and test preparation.

  • Digital resources: e-books, audiobooks, streaming media, online magazines, language learning, and research databases.

Do we not own a book or item you think we should have?

Mokena Community Public Library Card Holders may use our purchase request form to request titles not owned by the library.

Programs and Events

To view upcoming programs and events, select here to be taken to our library event calendar.

Space and Facilities

Study and collaboration spaces: Comfortable areas for individual study, group projects, tutoring, and quiet reading. We also offer private study space available by reservation. Please note you must be in Grade 9 or higher to reserve a study room. To request a reservation, please select here visit our events calendar.

  • Public computers, printing, copying, and public Wi-Fi.

  • Video game consoles such as Xbox and Switch, available for public use in the young adult area.

  • Accessible facilities and adaptive equipment to ensure equitable access for all patrons. See our accessibility page for more information.

Teen Book Review Volunteer Program

Love reading and want to earn volunteer hours? Try out our Teen Book Review Volunteer Program! This program is open to teens and young adults (ages 11-18) who enjoy reading and sharing their thoughts about books. Volunteers will have the opportunity to read new or recently acquired titles from the library and write thoughtful, original reviews.

Earn 3 volunteer hours for each approved review (up to 2 reviews per month).

Your reviews may be featured in the Mokena Library or our online platforms. 

This is a great way to build writing skills, connect with fellow readers, and support your community—all from the comfort of home.

How it works:

  • Select a NEW book (any genre) from the Young Adult or Teen collection at the Mokena Community Public Library. New books have the red NEW label on the spine

  • Write a well-written review following our template that summarizes the book and shares your honest opinion—no spoilers!

  • Submit your review for approval. Note: Please allow a minimum of two weeks for staff to review and issue volunteer credit.

Guidelines 

  • Complete the online registration form yearly (registration resets every July). Select here to view the online registration form.

  • Select a NEW book (any genre) from the Young Adult or Teen collection at the Mokena Community Public Library. New books have the red NEW label on the spine. 

  • Complete one review for each book read. Select here to submit a book review. Reviews should follow the provided template and be your own original work. 

  • You will receive three (3) hours of community service per review submitted. Reviews are limited to two a month.

  • Please note that books intended for young adults and teens vary in maturity level.

  • Please allow a minimum of two weeks for staff to review and issue volunteer credit. Please note, if verification is needed for school volunteer credits, the book reviews must be submitted at least 2 weeks prior to the verification deadline!

  • Reviews will be checked for plagiarism, spelling, grammar and word count. Please proofread your work! Reviews that are not original or need extensive editing will not be accepted.

  • Remember to fill out a registration form every July for the new school year!