At MPL teens can get help with homework, ask staff for book recommendations, tackle a school or creative project. We have the resources and programs to help you.
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Global Astronomy Month
What’s up in the sky this month? Check out this month’s issue of Astronomy from PressReader to find out.
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Read, Listen & Watch
Check out our collection of books, ebooks, eAudiobooks, music and more.
Cultural Expectations in Adult/Teen Fiction
Here’s a list of books about characters struggling to balance their own identity with the expectations of their family, culture, or society.
I Read Canadian! (Teen)
Explore the diverse voices of Canadian authors with our curated reading lists! From thrilling fiction to thought-provoking memoirs...
Cozy Japanese and Korean Fiction
Discover the charm of cozy Japanese and Korean reads with our handpicked book list, filled with heartwarming tales and serene escapes.
Teen February Staff Picks
Don't miss out on February's must-read teen books at Markham Public Library!
Cultural Expectations in Adult/Teen Fiction
Here’s a list of books about characters struggling to balance their own identity with the expectations of their family, culture, or society.
I Read Canadian! (Teen)
Explore the diverse voices of Canadian authors with our curated reading lists! From thrilling fiction to thought-provoking memoirs...
Cozy Japanese and Korean Fiction
Discover the charm of cozy Japanese and Korean reads with our handpicked book list, filled with heartwarming tales and serene escapes.
Teen February Staff Picks
Don't miss out on February's must-read teen books at Markham Public Library!
Spotlight On: Online Learning
Teen Health & Wellness provides teens with nonjudgmental, straightforward, curricular and self-help support. You can access this resource for free using your library card. Start now.
Teen Health and Wellness
Information for teens on topics including diseases & conditions; drugs & alcohol; nutrition & fitness; and sexual health.
Teen Resources
Looking for additional help? Here are some trusted organizations that can help.
YMCA Employment Services
YMCA’s employment experts will help you write effective resumes and prepare for job interviews, so that you can find a job.
Hope for Wellness
The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada.
360 Kids York Region
Over-the-phone and virtual counselling sessions for York Region youth, booked through their website
YMCA Employment Services
YMCA’s employment experts will help you write effective resumes and prepare for job interviews, so that you can find a job.
Hope for Wellness
The Hope for Wellness Help Line offers immediate mental health counselling and crisis intervention to all Indigenous peoples across Canada.
360 Kids York Region
Over-the-phone and virtual counselling sessions for York Region youth, booked through their website
NOT SURE WHAT TO READ?
Blogs
Explore staff-written blog posts that covers a wide range of topics for teens.
LGBTQ2+ Reads for Teens
Seeing ourselves reflected in literature can be comforting and empowering. Check out this list of LGBTQ+ reads for teens.
Developing Healthy Coping Strategies
Let's explore some of the healthy and unhealthy ways to manage stress
6 facts on how nature and plants combat poor mental health
Here are 6 great facts on how nature and indoor plants can combat poor mental health and give you a better quality of life.
LGBTQ2+ Reads for Teens
Seeing ourselves reflected in literature can be comforting and empowering. Check out this list of LGBTQ+ reads for teens.
Developing Healthy Coping Strategies
Let's explore some of the healthy and unhealthy ways to manage stress
6 facts on how nature and plants combat poor mental health
Here are 6 great facts on how nature and indoor plants can combat poor mental health and give you a better quality of life.