The Zone: Teens @ Burlington Public Library
Burlington Public Library
2007
http://www.bpl.on.ca/bplteens/thezone.htm
Age Range: 12+
Format: Website
Rating: 4/5

The Zone, from the Burlington Public Library in Ontario is a very informative, clean, and semi-cool teen library site. Great links to relevant and reputable sites, The Zone offers teens an opportunity to see what's new, to get homework help, check out teen reads, get information on writing contests, links for general subjects and to ask a librarian. The graphics are simple, yet eye-catching, and the page gives information separate from the library's main site. Teens can also provide content for the site: specifically book reviews and submissions for the writing contest.

Although perhaps not the prettiest teen library site, The Zone definitely does the job, and offers appropriate information for users. Especially impressive are the extensive links provided, and the emphasis on the activities of the library's Teen Advisory Board.