The Library offers a variety of services and resources for educators, parents, and students. Whether you are looking for a book recommendation, digital audiobooks or e-books to download, print materials such as books and magazines to read, or tools to help with homework, we have the resources and staff to help you find what you’re looking for. With an Akron-Summit County Public Library card, you have access to many online and print resources to help make this school year a success.
As a service to customers of the Akron-Summit County Public Library and area residents, the Library provides test administration services free of charge. Library employees will administer tests and examinations only according to the following guidelines and associated procedures. Please contact the Main Library Teen Department for more information This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 330.643.9067.
Early Childhood Resource Lab (RECE)
The Early Childhood Resource Lab (RECE) is housed in the Children’s Library at Main Library. The Lab houses equipment for use by Teachers, Childcare Providers, Home School Families, and Education Students to create learning materials and other items.
TechZone
Public access computers and the Library’s makerspace are on the Main Library’s 1st floor in the TechZone. TechZone includes a laser engraver, vinyl printer, recording studios, and much more.
Books in Boxes
Each Books in Boxes set consists of 35 copies of one title, packed in a box and checked out as a unit. These sets are perfect for teachers, who would like multiple copies of the same book so that each student may have their own book to read independently.
Teen Classroom Sets
Check out classroom sets of 35 books for use in your classroom. Titles are age-appropriate for students in grades 6-12. Sets are bookable and may be borrowed for up to 6 weeks.
Local History Resources
Our collections include many primary and secondary resources for students and teachers who are planning lessons related to our community’s history.
Don’t see a list of books or a single title that fits what you are looking for? Our Ask a Librarian service lets you email a request to the Library for a librarian to gather just what you seek.
Book A Librarian
Is your search a little more in-depth or do you just need to speak with a librarian to figure out what resources will best meet your need? Our Book A Librarian service will allow you to schedule a time to talk with a librarian and get that one-on-one help.
Your Next 5 Reads
Looking for that next great book? Try out our Your Next 5 Reads service. Fill out and submit the form online or download the PDF of the form, fill it out, and return it to your local Library branch location.
Dial-A-Story
Dial-A-Story offers free pre-recorded stories, poems, riddles, and jokes read by your favorite ASCPL Staff. Call 234.274.4400 and choose the recording you would like to hear from the menu.
Databases are digital collections of newspaper and magazine articles, books, and journals that offer reputable information on a variety of topics. These resources can be used for homework assignments, writing papers, and exploring interests.
Tutor.com
Free online tutoring is available for students of all ages. Connect virtually with a real person to get homework help, submit a paper for review and editing help, or access ACT and SAT study guides and practice tests. Available 12 pm-12 am daily.
Science Project Index
Visit this online index, created by the Library’s Business, Government & Science Division, of science projects, experiments, and demonstrations.
Homework Help Topics
Your librarians have assembled lists of the best websites covering a variety of topics—explore your interests or find help with homework.
Discover thousands of e-books, digital magazines, and digital audiobooks for all ages.
Hoopla
Gain access to e-books, digital audiobooks, television shows, movies, and digital comics through Hoopla.
Kanopy
Kanopy Kids provides access to popular and award-winning content for children.
Tumblebooks
Provides access to hundreds of children’s digitized or animated e-books, audiobooks, puzzles and games, and language learning books for children in preschool through grade school.