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Are you looking for your next favorite book?  Try Book5 — our readers’ advisory service for teens.  Click on the icon, fill out our easy form, and let us find your next 5 must-read books.

TASK
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TASK, Teen Advisory Squad of Kansas, is a group of dedicated teens who will help shape the teen department. They will plan events, earn community service hours, preview books and eat some yummy snacks. Any interested teen is invited to attend our next meeting to learn more or pick up an application.

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Special Events

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Online Resources

Comics Plus

Children’s Library

Full Library

You now have unlimited comics, graphic novels and manga at your fingertips.

NOTE: In order to us Comics Plus, you must first create an account by logging into www.kslc.org and clicking the green Sign Up Here button. When registering you can select “Children’s Library” which will only allow access to materials for ages 5-14.

Mango Languages
Whether you want to brush up on your French or learn to talk like a pirate, there is something for everyone in this comprehensive language database. Be sure to create an account so you can track your progress, because there are over 70 languages available.

Learning Express Library
Are you gearing up for one of the following tests: GED, ACT, ASVAB or CDL? Check this out for test prep, computer tutorials and learning modules.

NoveList Plus 
Looking for suggestions for your next book?  Look no further!

Explora Middle School and Explora High School
Both Exploras search multiple research databases all at once.  This is the perfect stop for any project.

Britannica School
A thorough, easy-to-use resource for any project.  You’ll find many primary sources in this one, too!

Britannica E-Stax
A wonderful resource for non-fiction eBooks covering dozens of subjects.

Facts on File: Issues & Controversies
Do you have an argumentative research paper coming up?  This is definitely the perfect fit for you.

Universal Class
Whether you want to learn about Reiki or Writing Poetry, there is a class for so many, many delightfully random things.

Bloom’s Literature
Do you find Shakespeare confusing and are dreading having to write a paper about it? Bloom’s Literature will give you not only resources to visit, but ideas on how to get started.