Welcome to the Teen Department!
Encouraging teens in grades 6-12 to explore, create, become lifelong readers, and innovative learners.
Upcoming Teen Events
Check out our calendar below to register for Teen Events. Some events have registration required, while some have a preferred registration. Some also offer Community Service opportunities – -take a look at all the fun stuff we do!
Teen Summer Reading!
Teens entering Grades 6-12 are welcome to sign up for our Summer Reading challenge! Log your minutes, earn raffle tickets, and enter to win great prizes! Sign up for free on Beanstack.com, search for the Peabody Institute Library, and begin reading!
Schools in the area may have a list of books that are required reading. The Peabody Higgins Middle School is requiring students entering Grades 6-8 to read one book of their choice. Check out some reccomendations on display at any Peabody Institute Library! CLICK HERE for the required Peabody Veterans Memorial High School Summer Reading List – all students must read one book, and AP Lit / Language students have additional required readings and assignments as well.
100 Books Before Graduation
Teen Book Club
Join us for Teen Book Club on the LAST Wednesday of each month at 4pm. We’ll discuss a monthly read, chat about what we’ve been reading / watching / listening to recently, and snack on some treats. Registration is required.
Participants earn 1 hour of Community Service.
Looking for some help? Whether it’s for schoolwork or personal support, here are some fantastic resources for teens to check out:
- Anxiety
- Bullying
- College Planning
- Depression
- Death / Grief
- Family Support
- LGBTQIA+ Resources
- Massachusetts Behavioral Health Help Line
- Sexual Health
- You Are Not Alone
Amory
Senior Teen Librarian
HI! I’m Amory, and I’m the Senior Teen Librarian! I studied English and Education at Salem State University, worked as a Teaching Assistant and Bakery Assistant for a few years before deciding to earn my Masters in Library Science at Simmons University. I collect Manga novels, cook / bake, and crochet in my spare time, and love to listen to audiobooks and read graphic novels. My favorite genres are romance and fantasy! I am a new parent to the best baby boy, and also a dog mom to two great couch potatoes (featured above). If you need help with anything, books or otherwise, don’t be afraid to ask!
James
Teen / Children's Assistant Librarian
Aloha! My name is James. and I’m the Assistant Teen/Children’s Librarian! I studied Film and Creative Writing at Lesley University, working in the film industry for a few years before finding my place here at the library! I collect graphic novels and movies, my favorite genres to read are horror and sci-fi. When I’m not doing those things, I’m busy writing, drawing, and out with a my camera doing photography. If you need help or want to talk about anything, I’m all ears!
Questions? Want to get involved?
Contact:
Amory Thomas, Senior Teen Librarian
978-531-0100 x134
