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Teen Corner: Activities
Your one stop shop for teen & tween reading, volunteering, activities, and more!
Combing the Internet
- Storm the Castle - Fantasy Projects and MoreLearn to make foam armor, fantasy swords, and much more!
- Crafting a Green WorldTutorials, reviews and round-ups in the world of eco-conscious crafting.
- 30 Minute CraftsQuick crafts for when you just need 30 minutes to do something fun (or to procrastinate--we don't judge).
- The Spruce CraftsTons of DIY projects for paper, needles, beads, and more.
- All Free KnittingLearn to knit online! This website offers free instructions, video tutorials, patterns, and more.
- If the Moon Were Only 1 PixelA tediously accurate scale model of the solar system.
- NOVAPBS documentaries on topics like engineering, evolution, space, Earth, physics, and more.
- NASA
Space is always cool. - Science BobScience experiments from "Science Bob" Pflugfelder, teacher, author, maker, and presenter of scientific wonders.
- Bill Nye DemosHome Demos of science experiments with Bill Nye the Science Guy!
- Hour of Code
Try out an introduction to computer coding with Hour of Code. Features familiar characters from Star Wars, Frozen, and Minecraft. Can be done by people of all ages! - Khan Academy
Khan Academy is a nonprofit with the mission to provide a free, world-class education for anyone, anywhere. For kids, teens, and adults. - Code Combat
Use coding skills to beat this adventure game!
- Rosetta Stone Language Learning - Washingtonville
Rosetta Stone offers libraries and their patrons the proven language-learning immersion method that more than 22,000 schools have trusted for over the last 20+ years.
Funded by the Ramapo Catskill Library System Central Library (Newburgh).
CLICK TO ACCESS FROM HOME:
Note: Access to this platform will end on 10/31/2023. Mango Languages, also available through your library, is the suggested alternative.
- Duolingo
Our courses effectively and efficiently teach reading, listening, and speaking skills. Learning a language on Duolingo is completely free, but you can remove ads and make faster progress with Plus.
- Live Lingua Project
This project is the Internet's largest collection of free public domain language learning materials. It hosts thousands of free ebooks, audios and videos for over 130 languages from around the world. Includes FSI Language Courses; DLI Language Courses; and Peace Corps Language Archive.
- Voice of America: Let's Learn English
Let's Learn English is a new course for English learners. Certified American English teachers designed the course for beginners. The course continues for 52 weeks.
- DuolingoFree language learning with interactive games and apps!
- American Sign Language UniversityTake a free self directed course in American Sign Language from Dr. Bill Vicars.
- Open CultureA list of free language courses online compiled by Open Culture.
- San Diego Zoo
Learn about the residents of the San Diego Zoo! - Zoo Atlanta
Check out the Panda Cam at Zoo Atlanta! - Houston Zoo
Check out giraffes, gorillas, elephants, leafcutter ants, rhinos, and chimps at the Houston Zoo. - Georgia Aquarium
View beluga whales, penguins, piranhas, otters and more in their homes at the Georgia Aquarium. - Monterey Bay Aquarium
View sharks, jelly fish, tropical fish, birds, an open sea exhibit, and more!
Reading Challenges
Did you know? You can use Beanstack to keep track of the books you’re reading, see book reviews written by your peers, and even participate in reading challenges all year long! Use your Summer Reading login information, or create a new account for free! Visit moffatlibrary.beanstack.org to check it out!
Take & Make
Craft projects for kids and teens to take and make home!
Pick up a free supply kit at the Library Drive-Thru for each project!
Keep an eye out for fun projects like pumpkin decorations, bracelet making, and more!
Supplies are limited; first come, first serve.
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books Competition
The 2022 Battle of the Books has passed! Practices will start again in June 2023!
Battle of the Books is open to teens who are ENTERING Grades 6 - 12 in Sept. 2023. Team members must read eight pre-selected books to compete against other teens in the Ramapo Catskill Library System. Book difficulty and content varies from book to book.
Email Miranda or Maylynne at mhochberg@rcls.org or mauerfeld@rcls.org for more info on the Moffat Library Team!