libraries and community

From books to puppet shows, from author signings to computer research and from special collections to very important rules, readers learn about libraries and the value of reading, sharing, and community in this book.

"Developing programs for learners can be an ongoing challenge for librarians - especially first-year librarians. Current books on the topic primarily focus on makerspaces or read alouds, and are aimed at elementary school grades, with a surface-level approach. This book addresses deeper issues that librarians face, while illustrating how to serve teens and tweens specifically by offering programming relevant to their lives. The authors offer practical ideas for developing effective programming through collaborating with the community to develop and implement programs, connecting programs to ISTE Standards and curriculum, and addressing curricular and socio-emotional needs. They also share practical advice on budgeting and funding to support programs, scheduling, maximizing the use of technology to aid in programming and much more. The book also explores ways library programs can have a positive impact on school culture, such as addressing the digital divide, inclusion and cultural relevance"--.

"This one-stop handbook to leveraging social media to foster collaboration and achieve positive change uses success stories to illustrate how activists produce transformations in their extended communities"--Provided by publisher.

Presents seventy-one creative ideas for community book clubs based on an online survey completed by library professionals and others as well as research by the authors.

"This book introduces ideas, materials, resources, and a step-by-step action plan while highlighting how learning experiences meet AASL standards"--Back cover.

Tips, examples, and training suggestions help empower library media specialists to become leaders in political advocacy on local, state, and national levels.

"This title shows readers how librarians help their communities and how readers themselves can enjoy libraries"--Amazon.

Looks at arguments for and against public library funding, including budget issues, access to alternatives such as the Internet, and community cohesion.

Offers librarians practical advice on how to manage with fewer resources when library use is at an all-time high, with tips on finding additional funds, saving money, tapping into grassroots movements to save local libraries, and preserving library programs and functions.

Offers tips and advice for librarians who want to assist multicultural groups, with creative ideas for welcoming all patrons into libraries and strategies for serving them more effectively.