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Peer reviewedCostello, Joan; Whalen, Sam; Spielberger, Julie; Winje, Carolyn – Journal of Youth Services in Libraries, 2001
Addresses how the resources of public libraries and youth-serving organizations can work together to support young people and expand their opportunities. Summarizes ways librarians are developing effective strategies to engage youth who formerly felt alienated from public libraries and describes ways public libraries are connecting with community…
Descriptors: Adolescent Development, Adolescents, Community Programs, Community Resources
Peer reviewedJones, Patrick – Orana: Journal of School and Children's Librarianship, 2000
As librarians provide access to informational resources, recreational excursions, cultural explorations, and educational support, they build assets which are critical for young people's successful growth. Identifies eight main categories of developmental assets--support; empowerment; boundaries and expectations; constructive use of time;…
Descriptors: Access to Information, Adolescent Development, Adolescent Literature, Adolescents
Jones, Patrick – 1998
This book analyzes the needs and interests of today's 12- to 18-year-olds and shows librarians how to plan a wide range of successful services to meet these needs. The book looks at basic issues involved in serving young adults (YAs). Part I begins with considering "Where YA?" services are today and where they are headed. Part II,…
Descriptors: Adolescent Literature, Internet, Library Collection Development, Library Planning
Van Duyne, Margaret King; Jacobs, Debra – Wilson Library Bulletin, 1992
Describes the activities of One with One, a community-based organization (CBO) that was started to reduce prejudice through individual, bicultural partnerships between Americans and newcomers. Libraries' roles in aiding this effort are discussed, including summer youth programs, vocational training programs, and building ESL…
Descriptors: Adult Vocational Education, Community Organizations, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Differences
