Overview

Everything children's librarians need to know about running a department in the public library! Section I deals with planning services in the context of a community. Section II covers maintaining a productive work environment, recruiting and retaining staff, communicating with colleagues, annual reports, budgeting and fundraising, planning facilities, and keeping the department safe and secure. Section III focuses on collection development, electronic resources, intellectual freedom, and reaching out to the community through programs and special events, working with other youth service organizations, and marketing children's services. Section IV suggests ways in which children's librarians can participate in the larger professional community of librarians.

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. . . the authors have covered all the bases, and those who want a comprehensive guide will find this book useful. - Reference & User Services Quarterly

All of the sections have been updated to include new and relevant information especially in relation to technological advances and challenges. Library school students and newly appointed managers will especially find much to value, but even experienced managers can turn to this excellent resource for guidance and practical advice. Because the volume covers so much ground, topics are not covered in depth, but there are references and additional reading suggestions at the end of each chapter, a feature that is completely new to this edition. While not a first purchase for experienced managers, it's a must for replacing the first edition. -School Library Journal

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Adele M. Fasick is professor emerita, Faculty of Information Studies, University of Toronto. Leslie E. Holt is former director of Youth Services, St Louis Public Library, and currently consults with libraries, schools and child serving agencies.

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