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Overview
Create a successful, vibrant, and youth-centered teen services program with this practical, comprehensive guide--even when resources are limited.
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.This item is Non-Returnable
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- ISBN-13: 9781598846072
- ISBN-10: 1598846078
- Publisher: Libraries Unlimited
- Publish Date: June 2011
- Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.8 pounds
- Page Count: 220
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