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The world's largest organization dedicated to the support and enhancement of library service to child

10/27/2026

How do we help kids navigate from "I'm bored" to new learning opportunities? Read on...

Learn how you can help turn moments of boredom into powerful learning opportunities in your children's department or library.

10/26/2026

Phoebe Bridgers' Lost Tour is in full swing, and we have a sampling of YA titles that tie nicely with her Lost Weekend release.

Check out these books for fans of Phoebe Bridgers' Lost Weekend.

10/23/2026

School libraries can provide a great model for supporting students as they navigate school learning and reading for pleasure. Learn more!

Learn how one librarian takes inspiration from school libraries to create a navigable and supportive space for student readers.

10/22/2026

Do you have some tired board books on the discard pile? Give them new life in creative ways!

Discover creative ways to reuse board books as bookmarks, STEM materials, art supplies, building pieces, and more.

10/20/2026

Make the most of Teen Volunteers' time!

Build a task bank for teen volunteers with ready assignments, clear boundaries, fallback work, and a simple task-card template.

10/19/2026

Halloween costumes shouldn't languish in the back of the closet. Set up a swap at your library.

Have you ever considered hosting a Halloween costume swap at your library? Learn how one library celebrates Halloween sustainability,

10/02/2026

Celebrate autumn with some delicious reads!

Learn about some delicious reads about Fall and Harvest which are perfect to share with young children. Some great ideas for storytime!

10/01/2026

Making the case for creative chaos in the library!

Explore the charm of creative Youth Services spaces that engage children and spark imagination with vibrant decor and fun displays.

09/30/2026

Blogger Maria Leon-Roman shares tips that have helped her find success in bilingual story times.

I recently took a 3-month break from hosting story time, due to life, travel, and the fact that my normal Thursday morning slot was being used for another program. It has been three years since I started hosting bilingual family story time (BFST) at my branch. My program is in English and Spanish. S...

09/29/2026

If your to-do list is overwhelming you, consider some triage.

For most people, having a massive to-do list can feel extremely overwhelming. As summer comes to a close and the hectic back to school season begins, our daily to-do lists must pivot while we switch gears. Changing routines, schedules, and tasks can impact our responsibilities, projects, and daily d...

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