Young Adult

Kait pointing at the sign welcoming teens and tweens to Otis Library
An image of the game collection.
A group of teens at YA Game Night posing with Kait, the librarian
Teens with parent during our winter craft.
A teen using the computers
Teens posing before the Taylor Swift party
YA sign against the orange wall with flyers for teen events underneath
Image of the YA area, showcasing the shelves, sitting area, and computers

Welcome Tweens & Teens!

Whatever you’re looking for, we’ve got you covered. Stop in and stay a while! We offer a wide variety of books, graphic novels, programs, and crafts for tweens and teens. Our collection includes materials specifically catered to ages 12–18.

Programs & Events

Each month we have programs and crafts catering mostly to ages 12–18. All programs are free of charge and we provide the materials needed for each craft or activity. Learn more by clicking on the buttons to see that month’s program list.

Some events may require registration which can be done on our Event Calendar or by calling the Young Adult Department at (860) 889-2365 ext. 107.

Teen Journal
Teen Journal
Check out our new Otis Library Teen Journal! Teen Journal is a space for tweens and teens to submit poetry, short stories, songs, and drawings and become published. If you’re a tween or teen in Norwich, reach out to our Young Adult Librarian, Kait Moseley, to see how you can get involved! 
 
Teen Journal Vol. 1
Teen Journal Vol. 2
A graphically designed image to promote the 100 Books Before Graduation program.
100 Books Before Graduation is a challenge for tweens and teens to read 100 unique books before graduating high school, whether they attend traditional school or are homeschooled. This program encourages readers ages 12–18 to improve their literacy, develop a greater sense of empathy, expand their vocabulary, and reduce stress.
 
Register to Start your 100 Books Challenge

Resources

A light blue square with the logo for Driving Tests in white. The logo is shaped like a shield, with a overlapping "d" and "t."

Driving Tests

Looking to get a learner’s permit or driver’s license? To pass the driver’s test, you’ll need to study every possible exam question that the Connecticut DMV will throw at you. That’s where we come in! Driving Tests has partnered with Otis Library to provide you with all of the material you need, including hundreds of questions and a series of step-by-step DMV practice tests that will help you pass like a pro.

researchIT CT for Middle School

researchIT CT is the Connecticut State Library’s free research engine for use by libraries, schools, faculty, students, and residents throughout the state. For easier use, the search interface and databases have been curated for Middle School students. 

researchIT CT for High School

researchIT CT is the Connecticut State Library’s free research engine for use by libraries, schools, faculty, students, and residents throughout the state. For easier use, the search interface and databases have been curated for High School students. 

CT Homeschool Network

CT Homeschool Network provides information about how to get started in home education, learning metholodogy approaches to consider, and the legalities of homeschooling in Connecticut. By becoming familiar with and confident in this accurate information, homeschooling parents find the empowerment needed to embark upon this wonderful journey in the way that works best for their family. 

Connecticut Homeschooling Resources

The Connecticut State Department of Education offers comprehensive guidelines for parents who choose to homeschool their children. Their resources include information on curriculum standards, the annual Intent to Homeschool form, record-keeping requirements, and more. For detailed information on homeschooling in Connecticut, visit their official Homeschooling in Connecticut page.

Norwich Schools

Middle School Programs

High School Programs

Great Reads from Kait!

Scroll through the titles and select one to place a hold. Visit our catalog for more! 

Scroll to Top