All LA County Library locations will be closed on Thursday, November 27 and Friday, November 28 in celebration of Thanksgiving. Our Digital Library is open 24/7.
Summer Stars is a semi-private in-person tutoring program in reading and math for first through sixth graders at select libraries, designed to help students shine brighter academically.
The Summer Stars tutoring program was established thanks to a County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors motion, authored by Supervisor Janice Hahn, which was unanimously approved in October 2023. Tutoring was also developed in response to requests from parents and caregivers at past Community Feedback Sessions held by LA County Library in 2016 and 2022.
Summer Stars tutoring has concluded for Summer 2025.
Online Tutoring & Student Resources
Looking for tutoring help or other helpful library learning resources outside the summer months?
K – 12 students can get free on-demand help from a live, online tutor via Brainfuse, available 24/7 in English, Spanish, and Chinese. Tutors cover math, science, English, social studies, and essay review.
Our Students page also highlights additional learning resources, recommended reading, and more!
Tutoring services are open to students who have completed any grade from 1-6 during the 2024-25 school year
What if my student is in Kindergarten or older than Grade 6? Can they still participate?
Summer Stars tutoring is only available to students who have completed any grade from 1-6 during the 2024-25 school year. Services are not designed to assist students outside these specified grade levels.
There are a wide variety of programs and activities happening across LA County Library locations this summer! Learn more about your local library’s upcoming events at: LACountyLibrary.org/Locations
Our Students page also highlights additional learning resources and activities, including online Homework Help, ABC Mouse, booklists, and more!
How long are tutoring appointments?
Each tutoring appointment will be 30 minutes long.
Please plan to arrive at the Library tutoring area no less than 5 minutes early to ensure your students can receive their full 30-minute appointment.
How long is the program?
Each session of Summer Stars tutoring is 4 weeks in length. Participants are required to attend 30-minute appointments daily, Tuesday-Thursday during those 4 weeks.
Reading Session: June 17-July 10 (June 10-July 3 at La Puente Library only)*
Math Session: July 15-August 7 (July 8-July 31 at La Puente Library only)*
How can I register my student?
Students will be enrolled on a first-come basis through our online Interest Form. Separate forms will need to be submitted for each student and each session. Interest Forms are available here:
Reading Session – As of July 3, Registration is Closed Math Session
How will I know if my student has been accepted into tutoring?
Email confirmations will be sent within 2 weeks of submitting an online Interest Form. Please be sure to add LACLSummerStars@Library.LACounty.gov to your Safe Senders List to receive timely updates.
Parents, guardians, and/or caregivers are required to sign and submit a Program Agreement Form before services begin. This may be done in advance via email or on the first day of tutoring.
Please note: Forms received after June 3 will automatically be added to the Waiting List. Customers will be contacted if and when a space opens up.
Will my student get priority if they previously participated in a tutoring program at the Library?
All enrollments will be made on a first-come basis.
Can my student attend both the Reading and Math 4-week sessions?
Depending on availability, it may be possible to attend both sessions.
Will my student have one-on-one tutoring?
The Summer Stars program consists of 2 on 1 tutoring. We will do our best to group students with others in the same or similar grade.
How many appointments does my child need to attend?
Attendance at each tutoring appointment is mandatory. Tutoring services will be provided 3 days each week, Tuesday – Thursday during the selected 4-week session (11 total appointments for the Reading session; 12 total appointments for the Math session).
We ask parents and caregivers to carefully consider other schedule obligations before submitting an online Interest Form and reserving a space in the program.
Do I need to be present during all appointments?
Parents and guardians are asked to walk their students to and from the tutoring area. Tutors and Library staff are not responsible for the supervision of students left unattended.
You are welcome to remain in the tutoring area or take advantage of the variety of materials and resources available at the Library like books, magazines, computers, and more!
What happens if my student misses an appointment?
Due to the short nature of the program, students will be required to attend all appointments to maximize the benefits of this free tutoring service. Students who miss any appointments will be removed from services and another student placed in their spot.
We ask parents and caregivers to carefully consider other schedule obligations before submitting an online Interest Form and reserving a space in the program.
Can my student with special needs or learning disabilities enroll?
Summer Stars tutoring welcomes students of all abilities who have completed any grade from 1-6 during the 2024-25 school year. Our program is designed to provide sustained tutoring in a fun, engaged, and supportive learning environment through regular instruction and learning activities.
Summer Stars is not an intervention program nor can tutors provide recommendations or diagnose any concerns you may have with your student’s academic progress or behaviors. Additional information about Special Education Services at different school districts can be found on the Los Angeles County Office of Education’s website.
Can my student be tutored in another language? What about students who go to a dual language or bilingual school?
Summer Stars tutoring instruction and materials are only delivered in English.
Who will be tutoring my student?
LA County has contracted with the tutoring company StudentNest to provide professional tutoring services. They have provided tutoring throughout the United States for more than 20 years.
What will the tutors cover?
Tutors will complete assessments with each student during the first and last appointments to measure the impact of the program. Tutors will use the information they receive from the initial assessment to inform your student’s tutoring appointments.
Do you communicate with my student’s teacher or school?
LA County Library is not in a formal partnership with any school for Summer Stars tutoring and we do not have access to any academic information.
Can the tutors help with summer school assignments?
No. Summer Stars tutors are not able to provide homework assistance for any subject.
Online homework help is available to LA County Library cardholders via Brainfuse. Online tutors are available to assist with math, science, reading/writing, social studies, test prep (PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP, and standardized), and more!
Who can I contact with other questions?
Additional questions can be sent to LACLSummerStars@Library.LACounty.gov. Emails are monitored Monday-Thursdays and will be answered in the order received.
Summer Stars funding provided by the American Rescue Plan and Lisa Calderon, Assembly member, District 56.
With your LA County Library card, you can download or stream eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, music, and movies on your computer, tablet, or phone. It's free and you'll never have to worry about overdue fines!
You'll need a library card in good standing and a PIN to access most downloadable & streaming content.
Kindle Paperwhite eReader
Welcome to a New Way to Read...
Have you walked into a library and wished you could check out more books than you could possibly carry? Check out a Kindle Paperwhite at participating libraries with a collection of titles that you are sure to enjoy. Each Kindle has been loaded with expert-selected books.
You don’t need internet access - all the books are pre-loaded onto the Kindle so you are ready to read.
Three week checkout
Renew up to 3 times, as long as no one else is waiting
Must be 18 or older (or under 18 with parent permission)
eBooks cannot be added to this device by user
How do I get one?
Visit a participating library to check out or place a hold on a Kindle Paperwhite. Kindles are not sent to other libraries for pick up.
Note: Selection of genres varies per library. Click on a library below to see the list of genres.
Library Locations with eReaders
Click on the library to view list of genres available.
Many of our libraries offer enhanced resources, computers, and online services to support your homework needs. Check with your local library!
Family Place
What is Family Place?
A Family Place Library is a center for early childhood information, parent education, emergent literacy, socialization, and family support. Family Place builds on the knowledge that good health, early learning, parent involvement, and supportive communities play a critical role in young children's growth and development. Each Family Place Library features the following core elements:
A bright, colorful, and welcoming space for young children and their parents.
A collection of books, toys, videos, music, and other materials for babies, toddlers, parents, and service providers
Access to resources that emphasize emergent literacy, reading readiness, and parent education.
Developmentally appropriate programming, such as baby and toddler storytimes for younger children and their parents.
Outreach to new and underserved populations.
The Parent-Child Workshop is a five-week workshop featuring local professionals, such as nutritionists, speech and language therapists, and child development experts, who serve as resources for parents.
The first three years of a child's life lay the foundation for learning. Get the tools and resources you need to give your child the best possible start.
Great! Thank you for sharing your photos with Catalina PhotoShare, a community history project of LA County Library.
Your photos will be reviewed and if they meet the criteria, they will be added to the Catalina PhotoShare online collection.
If you have any questions, please contact: digitalprojects@library.lacounty.gov
Terms of Service and Laptop Library Locations
Laptops in this kiosk can be checked out by customers with a LA County Library card in good standing. The laptop is due back in the kiosk before the library closes on the same day it is checked out.
If you do not return the laptop to the kiosk on the same day you check it out, your library account will be charged the full replacement cost of the laptop.
When you check out a laptop from this kiosk, you agree to use it within the library only. If you remove the laptop from the library, you may held criminally responsible for theft of the laptop and/or be charged the full replacement cost of the laptop.
You are responsible for the laptop and you agree that you will reimburse the LA County Library for any damages if the laptop is damaged, lost or stolen while checked out to you.
If you check out a laptop and it is damaged, you will give it to library staff immediately.
You must save to a removable storage device (such as a USB drive) since your work will not be saved to the laptop beyond your current checkout.
LA County Library will not be held responsible for any damage or loss of data or media due to any cause while you are using a laptop from this kiosk.
By using this laptop, you must adhere to the Library’s Acceptable Use Policy. Laptops are available at the following libraries:
The Consumer Health Information Program assists the public with medical research by providing information from reliable sources. Customers are invited to use the Norwalk Library collection which consists of books, magazines, videos, and online databases related to health topics. We also provide individualized research services.
Please be aware, we do not provide medical advice, nor are the materials we provide a substitute for a professional medical opinion.
What Can We Do for You?
We can provide you with information on topics such as:
Medical conditions or diseases
Prescription medications
Surgical procedures
General physician and hospital information
Book and website recommendations for further reading
The Californiana Collection is in closed stacks at the Norwalk Library located at 12350 Imperial Hwy, Norwalk, CA 90650.
About the Collection
The Californiana Collection consists of over 24,000 books and over 200 magazine and newspaper titles in paper and on microfilm as well as a collection of state documents including state and county budgets. The goal of this collection is to present a complete picture of the history, culture, environment and artistic expression of the people of California and to some extent, the western United States.
Collection Highlights
California Census Schedules from 1850 to 1910
Copies of The Alta California newspaper 1849-1891, as well as dozens of other 19th century newspapers from Gold Rush boomtowns, the Owens Valley and San Francisco
Official city and county histories from the 19th and 20th centuries
Materials on the Donner Party, California water projects, famous California crimes, Hollywood culture, biographies of Californians, pioneer narratives of the early days of California, and histories of the state written over the course of 150 years
Summer Stars funding provided by the American Rescue Plan and Lisa Calderon, Assembly member, District 56.
