Teen Programming Reference Books
In the book, Multicultural programs for tweens and teens, by professor librarians, Dr. Linda B. Alexander and Dr. Nahyun Kwon provide diverse programming ideas for tweens and teens. Include in the book are fifty programs that are reflective of the African American, Asian, Native American, and Latino cultures. There are programming suggestions for more well-known holidays such as Black History Month and Hispanic Heritage Month, but the book also highlights the Harlem Renaissance and the culture of countries such as Mexico, Spain, and South America. Each suggested program includes the cost of the program, preparation time, programming running time, background of the culture that the program is based on, and a bibliography. This resource would be useful for librarians that are looking to add inclusive and diverse programming to their schedule.
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Alexander, L. & Kwon, N. (2010). Multicultural programs for tweens and teens. Chicago: American Library Association.
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Librarian and academic technology coordinator at Hamden Hall Day School, Sarah Ludwig, lends insight on how to develop and implement teen programs in a library. The 202 paged book contains a large range of information about teen programming including, why teen programming should be implemented in a library, how to pitch teen programming to library administrations, how to set up a teen space, how to establish a teen advisory board, and how to market library teen programming. Also included in the book is information regarding professional development for a teen librarian, including conferences, resumes, and time management. This resource would be useful for youth services librarians that are looking to create a teen library program in the library or are trying to find ways to revamp current teen programming.
Ludwig, S. (2011). Starting from scratch: Building a teen library program. Santa Barbara: Libraries Unlimited.