Session 13 - Children's Services

Quality library services for children have been a vital component of public librarianship throughout this century.  Public librarians, working with schools and other community agencies can play a significant role in the full development of the whole child.  Nationally, there has been increased emphasis on early childhood literacy.  Public libraries can enhance their role in childhood literacy efforts through partnerships with other agencies and outreach.

Children at different ages have unique information needs and their developmental stage needs to be considered when developing services and building collections.  As with all areas of library service, the services designed for children must be carefully planned, implemented, and evaluated.

Learning Objectives for Session 13:

• To understand the changing needs of children, from babies to junior high students 
• To be aware of the technology students use today 

• To understand the following standards, as listed in In Service To Iowa:

  1. Standard 47 (p. 17)

  2. Standards 50-52 (p. 18)

  3. Standard 54 (p. 19)

Assignments for class:

• Reading assignment

• Written assignment - none assigned this session

• Additional reading and resources

• Web board discussion questions