Youth Services
Services for kids of all ages. Explore books, educational & recreational resources and more!
Featured Youth Services
StoryWalk
A self-guided reading adventure outside the Highland Library. Enjoy a story in the great outdoors by following a grassy path through the field and down to the lake as you read the story page by page.
April's book is Parade of Elephants by Kevin Henkes!
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten
Can you read your child a thousand books before kindergarten? A 15-minute picture book every night for 3 years means you've done it Stop in and join our easy and free program today!
Brainfuse
Brainfuse provides online academic support to hundreds of libraries throughout the nation. Gain access with only a valid library card.
Unlimited comics
Comics Plus
With Comics Plus, readers can have unlimited access to thousands of digital comics, manga, and picture books.
No holds, wait lists, or monthly borrowing limits — read all of the comics you want today!
Upcoming Youth Events
New Youth Books
The Unlikely Heroes Club
The Unlikely Heroes Club
Vanishing Act
Vanishing Act
I Escaped: Pirates in the Caribbean
I Escaped: Pirates in the Caribbean
The Golden Necklace
The Golden Necklace
Racing the Clouds
Racing the Clouds
The Freedom Seeker
The Freedom Seeker
Snoop
Snoop
The Wildes 3: Captivity
The Wildes 3: Captivity
You're Out of Luck, Alina Butt
You're Out of Luck, Alina Butt
Max in the Land of Lies
Max in the Land of Lies
Games, Gadgets & So Much More!
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Youth Resources
Brainfuse
The national leading provider of online tutoring to schools. Our unique Web-based classroom connects students with live tutors from any computer with Internet access.
Britannica School Elementary
Grades 3–4. Find information on countries, animals, and people. Watch and learn with videos, games, and activities.
eBook K-8 Collection
Titles that support K-8 students across all subject areas. Also features a selection of teacher resources to support educators and administrators including Common Core alignment. You may access the full text of these eBooks from your computer, or download titles to most popular portable devices.
Mango Online Languages
Learn a new language, wherever you are! Log onto MANGO using your Highland Library Card number and have access to 47 foreign language learning courses and 16 English language learning options.
Michigan Activity Pass
The Michigan Activity Pass (MAP) is a program that provides Michigan residents with free or discounted access to hundreds of cultural and recreational venues across the state, including museums, parks, and historical sites. By partnering with libraries, MAP aims to encourage exploration and appreciation of Michigan's diverse offerings, fostering a sense of community engagement and cultural enrichment.
Pebble Go
Discover the go-to curriculum-connected research tool specifically for elementary school educators and students.
World Book Dramatic Learning
An innovative online tool that provides educators and students with access to a vast collection of dramatic scripts and resources for enhancing learning through theater. With a wide range of plays, skits, and lesson plans tailored to different grade levels and subjects, it offers an engaging platform for students to develop literacy skills, boost confidence, and explore creative expression.
World Book Student
An online encyclopedia designed to cater to the informational needs of students across various grade levels. It offers access to reliable and age-appropriate content, including articles, multimedia resources, and interactive features, making it a valuable tool for research, learning, and exploration.