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Foundations of Library Services and Programming for Children
 
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ISBN13:9781538176832
ISBN10:1538176831
Binding:Hardback
No. of pages:180 pages
Size:236x157x20 mm
Weight:408 g
Language:English
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Foundations of Library Services and Programming for Children

 
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
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Number of Volumes: Hardback
 
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Short description:

This book provides required foundational practices, both theoretical and practical. It gives students and working librarians the nuts- and- bolts foundation in providing programming and services for children. The book covers critical important elements needed for today?s librarian, thereby benefitting even the seasoned youth librarian.

Long description:

Foundations of Library Services and Programming for Children This book provides required foundational practices, both theoretical and practical. It gives students and working librarians the nuts- and- bolts foundation in providing programming and services for children. The book covers critical important elements needed for today?s librarian, thereby benefitting even the seasoned youth librarian.

Chapter coverage includes:

  • The Value of Library Services to Children
  • Program Evaluation: Planning for Desired Results
  • Children?s Programming
  • Services and Resources for Children
  • The Library as a Safe Space for All
  • Administration of Children?s Services
  • Looking Ahead: What?s Next in Library Services for Children?

An Appendix provides practical resources such as a storytime format, programming planning outline, and program assessment tools.

Special topics include issues of censorship attempts, the importance of providing library services to a diverse population, and the need to examine evaluative techniques for program offerings.

Each chapter in this text includes multiple opportunities for learning and reflection as well as case-based learning that facilitates problem-solving and experiential learning opportunities.