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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 Tutoring for 2024 has closed, but tutoring will resume in summer 2025, and information will be posted here when it becomes available.
Online Tutoring & Student Resources
Looking for tutoring help or other helpful library learning resources outside the summer months?
We offer online tutoring for students in grades K – 12 via Brainfuse, available from 1 to 10 pm 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!
Can students attend both the Reading and Math 4-week sessions?
Depending on availability, it may be possible to sign-up for a 4-week Reading tutoring program and a 4-week Math tutoring program.
Am I guaranteed a tutoring session if I fill out the Interest Form?
Sessions are first come, first served, depending on availability. We will contact you if we are able to accommodate your student this summer.
How many tutoring appointments does my child need to attend?
Students must attend every tutoring appointment, 3 days each week, Tuesday – Thursday during their selected 4-week session(s). It is important not to miss any tutoring appointments, so that your student can make improvements in their learning during this short 4-week program.
When is my student’s first tutoring appointment?
Once a parent or guardian fills out the online Interest Form, if a tutoring appointment is available, they will receive an email within a few days with their student’s first tutoring appointment details. The student’s parent or guardian must sign an agreement during that first appointment* so that the student has permission to participate in the tutoring program.
*Exceptions can be made for special situations. Forms can be sent home with students after the first appointment and must be returned before the second appointment.
Does the student have to stay for the entire 3-hour tutoring period?
Students do not have to stay for the entire 3-hour Summer Stars time period (1:30 – 4:30 pm). Tutors will provide enrichment activities for students during Summer Stars hours.
What happens if my student misses an appointment?
We have a limited number of tutors and appointments, so for the success of your student please try to make all appointments. If there are multiple absences or the student can no longer participate, we will place another student in the tutoring slot.
Can a parent or guardian be present during tutoring?
Though not required, parents or guardians are welcome to stay during the tutoring appointment and pick up their student when they are done.
Do I need to bring food and drink for my child?
LA County Library will be providing a small snack during the program and accessible drinking fountains. Students are welcome to fill their personal water bottles during the day.
Who will be tutoring my student?
LA County Library has contracted with the tutoring company StudentNest to provide professional tutoring services this summer. They have provided tutoring throughout the United States for more than 20 years. Learn more about them here.
Summer Stars funding provided by the American Rescue Plan and Lisa Calderon, Assembly member, District 56.
Many of our libraries offer enhanced resources, computers, and online services to support your homework needs. Check with your local library!
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.
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:
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.
Consumer Health Information Program
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
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
LA County Library Californiana Collection
Accessing the Collection
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.
