Starting from Scratch Building a Teen Library Program |
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| Author:
| Ludwig, Sarah |
| Series title: | Libraries Unlimited Professional Guides for Young Adult Libr Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-1-283-13547-4 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2011 |
| Publisher: | ABC-CLIO, LLC
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| Imprint: | Libraries Unlimited |
| Book Format: | Ebook |
| List Price: | USD $45.00 |
Book Description:
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In order to develop a young adult department from the ground up, librarians need to be informed about a myriad of interrelated tasks and responsibilities: creating policies, purchasing materials, program scheduling, outreach, and budgeting. Even for libraries that already have teen-oriented materials within their facilities, keeping them current and fresh is a challenge, especially when budget or physical space is an issue.
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In order to develop a young adult department from the ground up, librarians need to be informed about a myriad of interrelated tasks and responsibilities: creating policies, purchasing materials, program scheduling, outreach, and budgeting. Even for libraries that already have teen-oriented materials within their facilities, keeping them current and fresh is a challenge, especially when budget or physical space is an issue.
"Starting from Scratch: Building a Teen Library Program" is an instrumental resource for librarians who are either entering an established teen program with no previous experience, or establishing a new teen program in a library. It covers all steps in the process of becoming a successful teen librarian, from getting the job and advocating for a teen department to adding qualified staff and ongoing professional development.