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Aimed at both experienced and new volunteer managers, this guide offers practical advice about starting and maintaining effective teen volunteer programs in school and public libraries. With sensitivity for teens' special needs and their lack of experience in the workplace, it covers the basics of interviewing, training, and supervising. Included are profiles of several library volunteer programs with sample forms and promotional materials, lively anecdotes from the library world, and tips from successful managers of teen volunteers. These lively, practical VOYA Guide handbooks will: - showcase innovative approaches to the youth services field - cover varied topics from networking to programming to teen self-expression - share project ideas that really work with teens - reflect the real world of the library, classroom, or other spaces where teens gather - focus on adult mentoring and advocacy of teens - feature teen voices and input - target librarians, educators, and other professionals who work with teens

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Practical guide to using teen volunteers in the library. While the focus is on public library programs, the information on planning and developing teen volunteer programs is equally applicable in schools. Teacher Librarian If you are even considering starting a teen volunteer program, you must read this book...A perfect choice for volunteer coordinators, directors, and youth librarians. School Library Journal ...well worth consulting...everything is covered...this is certainly worth purchasing for any librarians considering taking on teenage volunteers. Australian Library Journal, February 2007

Practical guide to using teen volunteers in the library. While the focus is on public library programs, the information on planning and developing teen volunteer programs is equally applicable in schools. Teacher Librarian If you are even considering starting a teen volunteer program, you must read this book...A perfect choice for volunteer coordinators, directors, and youth librarians. School Library Journal ...well worth consulting...everything is covered...this is certainly worth purchasing for any librarians considering taking on teenage volunteers. The Australian Library Journal, February 2007

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Kellie M. Gillespie is a columnist for Voice of Youth Advocates (VOYA) and a member of both the American Library Association and the Arizona Library Association.

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